Sake Tasting in Shinjuku: Choose 3 Sake & 3 Snacks

You choose which sake and snacks to taste, not the other way around.

A sake and snack pairing activity in Shinjuku where you read about sake culture, select three types of sake from across Japan and three traditional Japanese delicacies, then taste and compare them side by side. The session runs 90 minutes with a live English-speaking guide, and staff photograph the experience so you can share it afterward. Minimum age is 18. You can sip small amounts, so light drinkers can participate fully.

The experience

The session starts with a pamphlet that walks you through sake culture and history, then moves into the tasting itself. You'll pick three types of sake from a nationwide selection, then choose three delicacies that have been eaten in Japan since ancient times. The pairing is yours to design: you taste each combination, compare the flavors, and see what works. Because you pour small amounts at a time, even people who don't usually drink alcohol can join in without pressure.

A staff member photographs your tasting so you have images to share once you're back at your hotel or heading to your next stop. The whole experience fits into 90 minutes, which leaves the rest of your Shinjuku afternoon or evening open. Entry, all the sake and snacks, and taxes are included in the price.

What’s included

• Sake and snack pairings.
• brochure on sake culture and history.
• photographs taken by staff.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 14:00, 16:00, 18:00 and 20:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Karaoke Bar GIFT

Is this one for you?Ninety minutes is short enough to fit between other plans in Shinjuku, but long enough to move past the basics and actually taste the differences between the sake you choose. If you need a full afternoon activity or a guided walking tour of the neighborhood, this is tasting-focused and stays in one room.

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Top questions

Can I do a sake tasting if I don't usually drink alcohol?

Yes. You pour small amounts at a time, so you can taste without committing to a full glass, and the staff will guide you through the pairings at whatever pace feels right.

What kinds of sake will I be choosing from?

The selection comes from all over Japan, giving you a range of regional styles and flavors to pick your three favorites from.

Are the snacks vegetarian or do they have dietary restrictions?

The reference material describes them as traditional Japanese delicacies popular since ancient times, but specific ingredients and dietary details are not listed. Contact the operator before booking if you have allergies or dietary needs.

How long does the whole tasting take?

The activity runs 90 minutes from start to finish, including the pamphlet introduction and the tasting itself.

Will I get photos from the tasting?

Yes, staff photograph your experience so you can take the images with you to share.