Top Japan Beer & Brewery Tours

Immerse yourself in Osaka's vibrant craft beer scene with a guided tour that takes you to two top breweries. Enjoy the chance to taste unique beers while learning about the craftsmanship and passion behind each brew. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the local beer culture, making this experience both educational and enjoyable. Perfect for beer enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this tour offers a taste of Osaka that you won't want to miss. *The breweries we visit are chosen by the guide. - Ideal for those who want to refresh in this summer. - Guided tour of two local breweries in Osaka - Learn about the brewing process and the stories behind each beer - Taste a variety of craft beers and discover local favorites - Ideal for both beer lovers and those new to craft brewing

Learn more about traditional Japanese sake on a brewery tour in Takayama. While the city is home to several sake breweries, you’ll visit the oldest, which is also the largest. See how the alcoholic drink is made, and learn some of the tricks that go into making it. This is a great rainy or snowy-day activity in the mountains.

Immerse yourself in the heart of sake culture on a walking tour through Kobe’s Nada Gogo, Japan’s top sake-producing region. Visit carefully selected breweries to taste premium sakes, including unfiltered and seasonal varieties, while learning brewing secrets and enjoying authentic hospitality. With a friendly English-speaking guide and cooling breaks, this experience suits both beginners and enthusiasts eager to appreciate sake’s unique flavors.

Discover the authentic food, drinks, and nightlife loved by locals. Explore hidden gems tucked away around Dotonbori, the heart of Osaka, where locals gather after work. These spots rarely have English menus or English-speaking staff, but your local guide will be with you every step of the way, making the experience easy, enjoyable, and truly memorable. Immerse yourself in Japan's unique izakaya culture (Japanese-style pubs) as you eat, drink, and discover a side of Osaka beyond the usual tourist experience. With a maximum of just 3 guests per tour, you'll enjoy a personal and relaxed experience.

2024 Winner of Viator's 10th Best Experience in the Whole of Asia Award. Eat your way around Osaka on this tantalizing foodie tour, where your local guide will take you to a handful of hidden eateries that have been featured on the hit Netflix series "Somebody Feed Phil." Over the course of the tour, sample a variety of different dishes that range from gyoza to takoyaki to kitsune udon and more. You’ll also try two drinks, alcoholic and nonalcoholic, to give you a full picture of the food and drink culture of the area.

A local brewer, passionate about the community, will personally guide you through the brewery. After the tour, enjoy a lunch at the restaurant featuring an abundance of local ingredients. Please note that beer tasting will not be available for guests who are driving or under the age of 20. Thank you for your understanding. Additionally, the street tour may take some time, so we kindly ask that you allow for plenty of time on the day of your visi

Experience authentic Tokyo nightlife with a local guide on a small-group bar crawl in the central city. Tokyo has such a huge range of nightlife options that it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors, especially if you don’t speak Japanese. Start in the atmospheric, lantern-lined lanes of Omoide Yokocho before heading to neon-lit Kabukicho. Get exclusive access to a hidden izakaya in Golden Gai that doesn’t allow general visitors.

Enjoy a night out in Osaka without stressing over where to go with this nightlife tour of the city. With visits to at least three bars and one club included, the crawl showcases the city’s most happening venues and introduces you to like-minded travelers at the same time. Enjoy discounted drinks and free shots, and explore Osaka after dark with a group of up to 50 people, aged mostly between 21 and 38 years old. Drinkers must be at least 20 years old, and ID is required.

Kobe is not a famous for tourists in Japan. So you can enjoy a travel dIfferent from Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. I take you 3 bars that you can not find alone, and you can experience that you have not tried many things before. Moreover those are bars with a unique style that can only be found in Japan. The first bar is "Tachinomiya" at near a railway alley. We have to drink and eat without seats, `STANDING`. :) The second bar is "Izakaya", the most popilar bar style of special atmosphere in Japan. There are rare Beer, Shochu or Awamori (Japanese distilled spirits). The third bar is Koryoriya which a Sake Sommelier do hospitality. They offer special and the most recommended Japanese Sake of the day. And you can try Japanese home made cuisines. Those are only known to local persons. All of those are my favorite and recommendation because there are few tourists come for no English menu. In particular, Koryoriya is unknown to tourists. So I belive you can make Special memories.

Join this small-group tour to see some of Hiroshima’s nightly hot spots with a local guide who leads you to places you wouldn’t find on your own. Begin at the Peace Park and walk to three different bars. Three craft beers and snacks are included, so no need to pay for them on the spot. Additional drinks are available for purchase.

On this tour, explore Shinjuku, visiting a Japanese izakaya and a social lounge. Experience Japanese cuisine, drink with some local Japanese girls, and enjoy Tokyo's vibrant nightlife like a local.

Discover Tokyo’s nightlife in one of its trendiest districts on this guided pub crawl through Shimokitazawa—a neighborhood famous for its vintage shops, live music bars, and bohemian atmosphere. This is not your typical tourist night out—you’ll explore hidden local bars and izakaya that most visitors never find. At each stop, enjoy a different Japanese drink specialty—from crisp sake and smooth shochu to inventive craft cocktails and local beers—paired with light bites. Your guide will share tips on Japanese drinking etiquette, fun cultural stories, and insider knowledge of the area, making every stop both tasty and memorable. With a small group of fellow travelers, you’ll make new friends while hopping between three unique venues—each with its own charm and flavor. By the end of the night, you’ll not only be happily buzzed but also leave with a deeper understanding of Japan’s drinking culture and the vibrant nightlife of Shimokitazawa.

Would you like to experience restaurants and bars LOVED by locals? Hi I am Takeshi, your friendly personal guide who’s passionate about Kyoto’s Bar Hopping scene. On this tour I will guide you to authentic bars and restaurants so you can really experience Kyoto like a local. You will discover delicious food and drinks whilst meeting new people! This will be an experience you won’t forget. I will guide you Places you can’t easily Google!!!around locals area. By taking this tour, you will support the local businesses of Kyoto. Only guests over 20 years old, up to 4people in total can participate. This tour is private tour so you can enjoy with your friends! If you have any special requests for location, food, dates, etc., I will be happy to organize a tour to meet your needs. I am sincerely looking forward to joining you on a tour that will make you feel "I am really glad I came to Kyoto!"

This is a bar hopping tour led by a local guide, visiting around three local izakayas,some of which are hidden gems that locals visit and that you wouldn't get to see on your own. Let's enjoy some delicious food and drinks together.

• Get off the tourist trail and discover places the locals love. • Perfect for first-time visitors to Osaka and repeat visitors alike. •Enjoy gourmet tasting and drinking in Shinsekai Osaka. • Personalized tour with a small group of up to 15 people. Finding local spots where Osaka residents enjoy eating and drinking can be difficult. Enjoy authentic Osaka local food and drinks, mingle with locals, and create unforgettable memories!

After guiding many travelers in Kyoto, I often hear the same thing: “Famous spots feel too touristy.” If you agree, this 3.5-hour night food tour is for you. Located just five minutes from the city center, Saiin is where authentic nightlife begins. We visit three local favorites: a nostalgic gyoza shop tucked inside a traditional wooden building, a refined bar for local sake and seasonal dishes, and a lively spot offering a wide range of Japanese spirits, including craft beer and whisky from across the country. With no flashy signs or tourist traps, you can simply enjoy delicious food and real conversations. Your guide handles all ordering and translations, letting you relax and blend in with the locals. Step off the beaten path and see where Kyoto residents actually spend their nights. Join us for an evening of hidden gems and genuine hospitality.

Enjoy whisky tasting at Yamazaki Whisky Museum and enjoy production tour and tasting at Suntory Kyoto Brewery. ・Yamazaki Whisky Museum is only available by lottery base! Please do not miss on this special chance! *This tour includes Yamazaki Whiskey Museum Viewing (no viewing of production process/Free) ・Taste 3 glasses of whiskey (fees are not included in the tour price.) ・Enjoy shopping at gift shop. ・Tour is available on 8/24, 31, 9/7, 9-10, 12-14, 16-17, 28, 10/5, 13, 26 ・Gift is included. ・1 person to operate. ・English Speaking Assistant from Kyoto Tourist Information Center. ・This is a **non-professionally guided walking tour**. ・**All participants must be 20+ years old.** You will receive a final information email from KTIC titled:【Tour Date】- Booking Confirmation & Important Notice - HIS【Reservation #】.

This is a safe and very enjoyable tour! Local guides will guide you while explaining in English! Even if you are new to Japan, you can enjoy the deep area of Shinjuku with no worries. First, enjoy the beautiful looking sushi! Please enjoy it with your favorite sake. Here, we serve Temari Sushi. Temari-zushi is a bite-sized sushi shaped like a round ball, which looks lovely and is used for celebrations. Before we move on to the next restaurant, let's take a look at a historical building. Take a stroll through the historic Hanazono Shrine and then the famous Golden Gai. This bustling area is lined with restaurants and eateries in intricate, narrow alleys. You can enjoy the unique Japanese scenery. We will stop at one in Golden Gai After the unique Golden Gai, enjoy karaoke at a craft beer bar!

After guiding passengers for 22 years as a conductor on the JR Chuo Line, Samurai Guide Sho weaves the Chuo Line train ride, local neighborhoods beyond the usual tourist areas, distinctive taprooms, and the character of each beer into one journey. Travel from town to town by train, visiting multiple taprooms and enjoying locally brewed craft beer in the atmosphere of each neighborhood. This time, you are the “passenger.” Travel comfortably both ways from Shinjuku aboard the JR Chuo Line Green Car (premium seating). When the train doors open, a slower side of Tokyo begins. Choose the beers you like, enjoy them at your own pace, and pay only for what you drink. That freedom is part of the appeal of this experience. You can also pick up local food along the way, bring it into the taprooms, and enjoy it with locally brewed beer. No beer expertise is needed. What matters is simply enjoying each beer in your own way and tasting the local beers each town has to offer.

This private evening walking tour reveals Kyoto’s cultural nightlife through a heritage lens. Begin in a lively district where modern energy meets longstanding tradition. Walk along historic streets lined with intimate establishments rooted in local culture. Explore Pontocho where narrow alleys preserve the elegance of classical Kyoto. Learn how social life evolved from geisha traditions to modern gatherings. Observe the atmosphere rather than participate in consumption-focused activities. This experience highlights cultural continuity within a refined evening setting. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Hi! My name is Haruna. I was born and raised in Osaka, I will take you to Tenma where Osaka people go to get drinks and have fun. Very local place that you would not find by yourself...! It would be a private tour (Most of the time) so the tour can be pretty flexible! Also, If you have any request, you can always let me know. I love interacting with people who is from different countries, so I am setting the price the lowest as I can! Let's go have fun in local place in Osaka!!

Tokyo's Shibuya is a popular spot for tourists at night. The highlight of this itinerary is that a local guide will take you to hidden spots and local favorites that are not well-known to tourists, allowing you to enjoy a variety of flavors from traditional Japanese dishes to the latest local culinary trends. Experience the lively atmosphere of Shibuya at night, which is different from the daytime. From neon-lit alleyways to hidden izakayas, new adventures await you at every stop. This tour offers travelers a unique perspective to savor the essence of Shibuya and promises an unforgettable night. With a local guide leading the way, you can fully enjoy Shibuya's nightlife and culinary culture.

Osaka's nightlife is legendary, but wandering through the city's neon-lit streets and entering unknown bars can feel intimidating to visitors. This guided pub crawl leads you to some of the most inviting bars and izakayas in Osaka's lively Namba district. In the company of a local guide, forget the worry of navigating language and cultural barriers and focus on having a great night out with new friends.