Tokyo Sake Tasting in Shibuya: 50+ Regional Labels

Three guided tastings, then 45 minutes loose among 50+ bottles from across Japan

A sake tasting experience in Shibuya where you taste three distinct styles guided by an English-speaking expert, then spend 45 minutes exploring over 50 regional labels including rare bottles found only at this bar. You'll learn how sake is brewed, how to read labels, and how to pair it with food: no prior knowledge needed. Choose the Snacks Pairing option to add two dishes designed to match the sake you taste.

The experience

The session starts with three carefully selected sake styles (crisp and dry, then moving toward sweet and fruity), while your guide walks you through the brewing process, flavor profiles, and what makes a premium sake worth the price. An English-speaking local expert keeps it conversational and approachable. The bar sits just steps from Shibuya Crossing but feels removed from the crowds, a cozy spot where you can ask questions without formality. After the guided tasting, you have 45 minutes of free-flow access to explore the bar's collection of over 50 regional varieties, including limited bottles that don't leave Tokyo.

The pairing option adds two snacks timed to match the sake you taste, so you learn how food and drink work together in Japanese drinking culture. Something most visitors only experience in restaurants where the pairing is already decided for you. By the end, you'll have tasted enough to recognize what you like and the confidence to order sake anywhere in Japan instead of guessing at a label.

What’s included

• Guided tasting of three distinct sake styles from dry to sweet and fruity.
• all-you-can-drink access to 50+ regional labels including limited bottles found only at this bar.
• an English-speaking sake expert as your guide.
• introduction to Japanese sake brewing culture and how to read sake labels.
• tasting tips to help you choose your preferred style.
• two snacks designed to pair with sake (Snacks Pairing option only).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 12:15, the last at 20:15

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (20 and older) · Under 20: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

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.

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Good to know

Public transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Japan Wonder Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to move beyond ordering sake in a bar and actually understand what you're drinking: the guided portion builds your confidence, and the 45 minutes of free tasting lets you find the flavor profile that feels made for you without anyone else deciding it first.

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Top questions

What does the guided tasting actually cover?

The expert walks you through three distinct sake styles (dry, sweet, and fruity) explaining the brewing process, how different ingredients and techniques shape flavor, and what separates a premium bottle from an everyday one. You taste each style and learn to read the label so you can spot those differences yourself next time.

Can I try more than the three guided tastings?

Yes. After the guided portion, you have 45 minutes to taste freely from the bar's collection of 50+ regional labels, including rare and limited bottles sourced from across Japan that are only available at this location in Tokyo.

What's included with the Snacks Pairing option?

Two snacks designed to pair with the sake you taste during the session, so you experience how food and drink complement each other in Japanese drinking culture rather than tasting sake alone.

Do I need to know anything about sake before I arrive?

No. The expert assumes no prior knowledge and makes the tasting interactive and easy to follow. The session teaches you the essentials of brewing, flavor, and how to choose confidently. That's the whole point.

Where exactly is the bar, and how do I get there?

The bar is located in Shibuya, just steps from the famous Shibuya Crossing. Public transportation options are available nearby, and the cozy setting is designed to feel like a local spot rather than a tourist venue.

Is there a minimum age or any health restriction I should know about?

You must be at least 20 years old to participate. The experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.