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Stop At: Nishishinjuku, Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto
You will learn sake 101 (e.g. brewing techniques, history, and labels etc) in a small group with a sake sommelier in 2.5 hours. You will meet the host, a sake sommelier in Nishi Ogikubo where it is known as a "drunker's heaven" to learn and sip your way through sake. This neighborhood is also lesser known among tourists. During the workshop, you will try more than 6 different types of sake to discover your go-to sake and create your own tasting chart. Enjoy sake while tasting locally sourced snacks paired with sake to experience how sake supplements your meal. If applicable, meet Japanese sake lovers in Tokyo and learn some local tips.
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Sake Bar Doron, Japan, 160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 7-chōme1921 厳島ビル 101
2 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum drinking age is 20 years
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Joshua B
Was a great experience, totally recommend for anyone that likes sake and wants to get a cool experience with a great host
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Talita_B
What a great experience! Joe was so knowledgeable about Sake and imparted that knowledge in a fun and informative way! If you like sake this is a must do activity in Tokyo!
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : home76
Great experience with nice and friendly ambiance. Lot of different sakes tested, comments from the host always acccurate.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Roula
What a great experience!! Hawaii Joe was our sake guide. His depth of knowledge was amazing and we learned so many things about sake that we never would have imagined, even food pairings with sake were covered. Joe’s passion for sake was evident and infectious as he got us quite excited to learn more about it. We tried a variety of sakes and the charts he gave us to help us get educated were quite useful. He really was a wealth of knowledge and sent us home with many notes and tips! My husband and I really enjoyed our time and would strongly recommend this to anyone interested in learning more about sake. Hawaii Joe was really informative and a great teacher!
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Posted On : 2024-05-08
Posted By : Paul_M
The location is easy to find, the experience was great and fabulous value for money. A lot of information and a genuine passion for sake. Tried a great deal of different sakes and I left knowing so much more that I feel confident in what to buy now. The snacks are good and pair well. For anyone new to sake this is the perfect introduction. Be prepared to drink a fair amount.
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Posted On : 2024-04-28
Posted By : AJL1988
100% worth it as the experience was great. Have a whole new found appreciation for sake after getting to try and learn about all the different kinds. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide in Andrea who was very knowledgeable and added to the overall experience.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : CrowFlyz
If I could give more stars I would. This is a great beginners experience in a beautiful little sake bar. Andrea is knowledgeable, kind, multilingual and clearly loves what she does. I learned about sake and met new people in a relaxed environment. Andrea went over and above, giving us her best tips for local shopping, eating and more. This was worth every penny.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : pauleE5992KN
Very good two hours. We actually tried 11 different sake’s. The sommelier knew her stuff and there were some good sake quizzes. We would definitely recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Nick_T
Joe was an amazing host. Energetic, funny and very knowledgeable. The restaurant was closed, except for the tasting class so it was quiet and felt very personal. We had a great time chatting with our group and learning from Joe. We tasted 6 different sakes, plus a few “bonus” glasses of more unique varieties. We sampled everything from award winning bargain sake, to high end sake, hot sake, sparkling sake and cloudy sake. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-22
Posted By : Auzjo
Whether you have knowledge/experience with sake or not, this sake tasting class with "Hawaii Joe" as your host will provide you the following:
- The process of making sake
- Sake vocabulary and taste profiles
- Developing your taste for sake (everyone is different)
- Key things to look for when buying sake based on your preference
- A fun and entertaining experience
- Best of all: drink sake!
It is okay to tip your host! If you feel that your host earned it, why not reward them! I sure did!
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Posted On : 2024-04-21