Sake immersion
AdinaZ_13
Aug 20, 2026, 7:42:51 AM
Aug 20, 2026, 7:42:51 AM
Very fun unique experience ate and drank food and sake I would not have done on my own
About Activity
Explore the delightful world of sake in a hands-on workshop that combines tasting with traditional Japanese cuisine. Guided by a bilingual expert, you'll grasp the nuances of sake tasting, from aroma appreciation to temperature effects on flavor. Savor a carefully curated meal featuring chicken nanban, miso butter dishes, and rich sea urchin croquettes, each paired with four distinctive sakes. With an all-you-can-drink selection of 20 sakes alongside beer and soft drinks, indulge your palate at your own pace. This interactive experience not only deepens your understanding of sake but also enriches your culinary journey through Japan's vibrant food culture.
What's Included
Includes
- Sake tasting / Special course meal
Excludes
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Please meet your guide outside the main entrance of the H&M Shinjuku store. The meeting point is outside the entrance, under the large “H&M” logo on the building façade. Your guide will be holding a smartphone displaying “AlvaJapan.”
Return
- Please meet your guide outside the main entrance of the H&M Shinjuku store. The meeting point is outside the entrance, under the large “H&M” logo on the building façade. Your guide will be holding a smartphone displaying “AlvaJapan.”
Itinerary
・Sake Fundamentals: Transform into a pro taster before dining. Master the essential "Kanpai" etiquette and learn how temperature shifts—warm versus cold—dramatically alter the flavor profile of the rice. ・Savory Pairings: Dive into a guided flight matching crisp sakes with tangy Chicken Nanban and rich brews with Miso-Butter dishes. Your guide explains the "why," helping you detect how specific sakes enhance the food. ・Creamy & Sweet (30m): Savor the texture of soft Nigori sake paired with Sea Urchin Cream Croquettes. Conclude with a crispy Fried Vanilla Taiyaki matched with a sweet sake for a perfect culinary finale. ・Unlimited Access: Enjoy full access to an All-You-Can-Drink menu of 20 sakes. Explore various brands, beers, or highballs at your own pace while learning to read Japanese labels for future travels. [Note] Includes Course Dinner (Chicken Nanban, Croquettes, Taiyaki, etc.) and All-You-Can-Drink Plan with a 4-sake flight.
Food Menus
Course Name: MAIN
Dish Name: chicken nanban with a tangy sweet sauce
Dish Description:
Course Name: MAIN
Dish Name: a savory miso-and-butter dish
Dish Description:
Course Name: STARTER
Dish Name: a rich sea urchin cream croquette
Dish Description:
Course Name: STARTER
Dish Name: and a vegetable set served with three kinds of miso
Dish Description:
Course Name: DESSERT
Dish Name: finish with crispy-on-the-outside, creamy-on-the-inside fried vanilla taiyaki
Dish Description:
Language Offered
Japanese - GUIDE
English - GUIDE
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Alva Japan Tours 🇯🇵
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Serenity on sake
658roslyng
Jun 19, 2026, 5:50:01 AM
Jun 19, 2026, 5:50:01 AM
Mossi was a great tour guide that made us feel at home. Not only did we gain an education about sake but we had a great time. The food pairing was perfect. We will definitely book again.
Saki heaven
N3773GGdang
Jun 19, 2026, 5:49:54 AM
Jun 19, 2026, 5:49:54 AM
You will have sakis from all over and will definitely leave full. Kosei gave us a an entertaining evening of finger food & beverages. Fun night!
Great experience
H7974UFstephent
May 21, 2026, 4:31:50 AM
May 21, 2026, 4:31:50 AM
Great intimate experience with our guide! Fun conversation and good food pairings in a locals restaurant.
Informative and fun experience
jessicatF1231RT
May 20, 2026, 10:15:20 AM
May 20, 2026, 10:15:20 AM
Our tour expert Mao was very energetic and engaging. She took us for a walk around Shinjuku prior to our food and sake pairing start and we got to know each other. She explained how the pairing would go and what to expect. She was very knowledgeable and personable, making the experience very fun and engaging. We highly recommend the tour to anyone visiting Tokyo and hope you get Mao as your guide!
Best Tour
B574WGernestoc
May 20, 2026, 9:52:27 AM
May 20, 2026, 9:52:27 AM
Kosei and Maruno, I could not have had better tour guides! Most incredible experience in tokyo, I highly recommend
Tokyo on fire 💯💯🔥🔥
Roam13337682703
May 20, 2026, 9:50:45 AM
May 20, 2026, 9:50:45 AM
Best tour I’ve ever taken in my life.
Great tour.
carlospK4171YU
May 20, 2026, 9:49:30 AM
May 20, 2026, 9:49:30 AM
Maruno is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!! She’s incredible.
Epic!
382becka
May 20, 2026, 9:49:07 AM
May 20, 2026, 9:49:07 AM
Teddy and Maruno were the absolute best!!! We did it the night we landed in Tokyo and loved it. Would absolutely recommend.
Sake Tour Review
nicolasgW8067CE
May 20, 2026, 9:48:23 AM
May 20, 2026, 9:48:23 AM
Incredible experience. Got to explore shinjuku before having an incredible dinner with the full sake experience. Very fun group with our guides and would 100% repeat
Fantastic!
donnyl161
Apr 14, 2026, 5:16:12 AM
Apr 14, 2026, 5:16:12 AM
Excellent experience! Guide was very helpful. Thank you so much.would recommend
Worth it for sure.
Adventure42750056390
Apr 14, 2026, 5:11:11 AM
Apr 14, 2026, 5:11:11 AM
Was so much fun and educational while drinking. Great combo.
Great experience!
Fearless26031795045
Mar 16, 2026, 7:54:21 AM
Mar 16, 2026, 7:54:21 AM
Anika was very knowledgeable in all sakes and was great company! Food was delicious and came out quick. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Shinjuku!
Best time Sake event
E6146XEmichaelm
Mar 14, 2026, 6:19:54 AM
Mar 14, 2026, 6:19:54 AM
Amazing people!!!!! We had the best time here in Japan!!! This was best event we ever did!
Sake Awesome
U1618NJamyn
Feb 27, 2026, 7:46:30 AM
Feb 27, 2026, 7:46:30 AM
Kocei was absolutely WONDERFUL. Made us feel like family. Good food, good sake, good company. Highly recommend! If I was staying longer, I’d do this again!
Really fun experience to go through sake tasting
J6430ZSracheld
Feb 13, 2026, 9:05:05 AM
Feb 13, 2026, 9:05:05 AM
Great sake tasting experience, hosts are very knowledgeable and friendly
A must do activity with amazing hosts!
P8776DQjennyw
Jan 15, 2026, 7:06:15 AM
Jan 15, 2026, 7:06:15 AM
Sake pairing and meal in Shinjuku is a must!!!! Thank you to Kosei and Yo for their wonderful knowledge and a truly memorable evening.
Sake tasting in Tokyo
leannek664
Jan 5, 2026, 7:03:15 AM
Jan 5, 2026, 7:03:15 AM
We had an amazing private sake tasting. Wonderful education on the different types of sake. Would definitely recommend and book again.
Awesome Sake Experience in Shinjuku
Ben_H
Dec 25, 2025, 8:20:56 AM
Dec 25, 2025, 8:20:56 AM
Our sake tasting workshop was absolutely incredible. Our guide Anika explained the history and varieties of sake, and took us through the best options for pairing with different food. We had an awesome time, and we would definitely do another tour or workshop with Alva Japan. A massive thank you to Anika for being such a friendly and knowledgeable guide. She even walked us around the neighborhood and explained some of the local history. 10/10 experience
Fantastic Sake Experience
Q4793WSbenh
Dec 25, 2025, 7:38:38 AM
Dec 25, 2025, 7:38:38 AM
We had an absolutely awesome time on our Sake Workshop hosted by Anika. She was super friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of sake, and she took us through the different food and sake options with expertise. We had a fantastic evening and we would absolutely love to do another workshop with Alva Japan. Massive thank you to Anika for her amazing guide skills and knowledge. She made it a really fun evening.
Sake and lots of fun
K7932GKjohnl
Oct 18, 2025, 10:40:55 AM
Oct 18, 2025, 10:40:55 AM
My wife Erica and I booked the Sake Pairing Workshop in Shinjuku for our wedding anniversary, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip to Tokyo. From the moment we arrived, the hosts made us feel completely at home — warm, friendly, and full of personality. We shared plenty of laughs throughout the evening, which gave the experience such a fun and relaxed energy. Our guides, Anika and Kosei, was fantastic — knowledgeable without ever being too formal. She explained the different types of sake, how each one is made, and how to match them with Japanese dishes in a way that was easy to follow and genuinely interesting. What we loved most was how authentic yet laid-back the whole night felt. It wasn’t a stiff tasting session — it was more like sitting around a table with friends, enjoying great food, drinks, and conversation. The setting in Shinjuku added to the charm, tucked away but full of local character.
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