Top Japan Wine Tasting Tours

Join a premium sake-tasting experience in central Tokyo, where sommeliers guide you through a curated selection of seven exclusive sakes with unlimited refills over 4 courses, each paired with gourmet bites. Each course is themed to amplify the enjoyment of sake while making it easy to learn about the beverage. This intimate session delves into the art of sake, exploring its diverse flavors and brewing techniques in a luxurious tasting room.

Welcome to an exclusive whisky experience at Imami Ginza, where refinement meets rarity. In a serene private room at this prestigious Ginza establishment, savor Japan’s most sought-after aged whiskies: Yamazaki 18, Hakushu 18, and Hibiki 21. Each expression, aged for nearly two decades, represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship from the House of Suntory, offering exceptional depth, aroma, and balance that few in the world ever taste. Hosted in an elegant and secluded space, this experience invites you to escape Tokyo’s bustle and immerse yourself in quiet sophistication. As you explore the distinct character of each whisky - Yamazaki’s rich Mizunara warmth, Hakushu’s crisp smokiness, and Hibiki’s harmonious blend - you will gain rare insight into Japan’s artistry of whisky making. Your journey concludes with a special premium gift, a refined keepsake from this extraordinary tasting in the heart of Ginza.

This Session is personally hosted by the owner — a former sake brewer who trained for a year at a sake brewery in Osaka. It is a masterclass-style experience where you can learn about the history, brewing process, and cultural depth of Japanese sake while savoring its diverse flavors. The session takes place at "Sake Pairing Bar Potan", a refined space designed with traditional Japanese architecture where sake truly takes center stage. Located in the Fukushima area, just minutes from central Osaka, it offers a serene yet accessible setting to learn directly from a sake professional. As for me, the owner — I Traveled around 35 countries at the age of 20, immersing myself in different cultures. That journey made me rediscover the beauty and richness of Japan, inspiring me to share its culture with people around the world through sake. Beyond sake itself, I also love cross-cultural exchange, and I look forward to enjoying meaningful conversations with all of you during the experience.

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.

Japan might be most famous for its sake, but the country’s varied terrain creates excellent conditions for growing grapes. This small-group wine-tasting experience showcases Japan’s native grape varieties and lets you try lesser-known Japanese wines that are rarely exported, for a unique culinary experience. Upgrade to the standard experience to include a Japanese food pairing, or the premium experience, which also includes a handcrafted Japanese wine glass as a souvenir.

If you are a wine lover, Katsunuma Koshu region wineries are a must. The Koshu region has a lot of great wine makers and we have chosen our top 10 for you to pick from to visit. Your guide and driver can bring you to 3 to 5 wineries on this tour! This is full day tour, so you can relax and enjoy your wine. Have fun "Winery hopping". We hope to guide you soon! Maximum 7 participants per tour. If you are travelling with children ages 0-6, please inform us when you make the reservation. No more than 2 car seats available for each vehicle. Infant child seats may not be available.

•Explore hidden alleys in Kyoto at night •13 dishes & 3 drinks including sake •Led by a former chef (not just a guide) •Small group experience •Learn food culture, not just eat About your guide Your guide is not just a local — she is a former chef who worked in Europe. With deep knowledge of flavors, ingredients, and Japanese food culture, she brings each dish to life through storytelling and explanation.

Osaka Winery Tour with Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk A Hidden Gem Just 40 Minutes from Osaka City – Discover Japan’s Wine Culture ‍ Escape the crowds of Dotonbori and Namba and experience Katashimo Winery, the oldest winery in western Japan, founded in 1914. Located just 40 minutes by train, this tour combines history, culture, and wine, offering a unique day trip from Osaka. Tour Highlights 1. Winery Tour – Explore the Historic Wine Cellar Start at the winery’s bar before visiting a 100-year-old aging cellar, a designated cultural heritage site, where wines have matured for generations. Follow this with a guided stroll through the vineyards. 2. Walking Tour – Discover Osaka’s Hidden Town Visit: Edo-period wooden buildings A 800 to 850-year-old camphor tree Nostalgic streets showcasing Osaka’s past 3. Wine Tasting – Enjoy G20 Summit-Selected Wines Taste three locally crafted wines, learning about Japanese boutique winemaking.

Explore the stunning landscapes of Biei and Furano on this private one-day sightseeing tour. Enjoy the flexibility of a personalized itinerary while visiting iconic spots like Farm Tomita and the picturesque Shirogane Blue Pond. With a dedicated driver, you'll experience hassle-free transport and valuable insights into the region's beauty. This tour is perfect for families and small groups who want to maximize their time in Hokkaido, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout the day. - Personalized private car tour for a relaxed sightseeing experience - Visit top attractions including Farm Tomita, Shikisai no Oka, and Shirahige Falls - Includes pick-up and drop-off at your Sapporo accommodation - Tour duration is approximately 10 hours, allowing ample time at each location

Fruitful experience of Winery tour in Japan, located in the Yamanashi prefecture with a personalized sightseeing tour curated for you by our knowledgeable staff. What makes our tour unique 1.Friendly and knowledgeable chauffeur One of our friendly and courteous chauffeurs will come and pick you up at your desired location. 2.Enjoy and relax your ride to your destination Enjoy the flexibility of our private tours and customize the itinerary to your interests. Let us help you to experience the very best of Japanese wine. 3.Safety Your safety will forever remain our number one priority. Please rest absolutely assured that our chauffeurs are the best because Outech only hires the best. Please enjoy our tour. The wine makers will also explain about characteristics of their wine!

In the eastern part of Hiroshima prefecture, one can find the unique town of Saijo. Originally a post-town during the Edo Period, this place has grown into one of the main “Sake Capitals” of Japan. The climate and water of this area allow for the production of excellent Sake of the highest quality. To this day, seven breweries in the city continue to produce their Sake using traditional techniques. This 1-Day Tour has been developed for sake enthusiasts who wish to learn more about the brewing process and also taste different types of high-quality sake. Guests will have the opportunity to step into one of Saijo’s historic breweries, which still retains the appearance it had when it was founded in the early 20th century. Here, you will receive an in-depth tour inside a sake brewery, which will go into the sake making process and techniques. If you enjoy sake and want to learn about its history and production, this tour is a must

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

Take a closer look at the fascinating world of sushi, extending from the ocean to your plate, during this 4-hour sushi-making class and a visit to the outer Tsukiji fish market. Tour one of the world’s largest seafood markets with a guide as you learn how fish is caught, distributed, and sold. Then turn your attention to sushi-making, learning to prepare nigiri sushi with the help of a sushi master. Finish your experience by enjoying your creations for lunch.

Experience a warm cultural welcome to Japan with an authentic tea ceremony in traditional kimonos in Kyoto. Dress in a classic kimono, sip authentic matcha green tea, sample Japanese sweets and learn the customs and history behind this cherished ritual. It’s a perfect way to immerse yourself in Japanese culture.

Take a deep dive into the world of Japanese seafood during this tour of the outer Tsukiji Fish Market. See where Michelin-starred chefs shop for ingredients at this iconic market for all things aquatic. Investigate stalls selling fish, shellfish, and everything in between, and feast on top-quality food including high-grade Wagyu beef skewers, fish cakes, sushi or seafood bowl, and seasonal fruit. Plus, enjoy other samples along the way.

Experience Tokyo's nightlife and club scene on this multi-venue pub crawl, and visit locations you'd miss if venturing out alone. With discounted drinks, a welcome shot at each bar, plus free entry, it's a great way to hit the town without breaking the bank. Plus, it's a great way to meet like minded travelers without resorting to the usual tourist haunts.

There are three areas in Japan known as “sake breweries. Nada in Hyogo Prefecture, Fushimi in Kyoto, and Saijo in Hiroshima. These areas are densely populated with sake breweries, and each brewery offers a variety of sake with different tastes. This tour will visit Saijo, a sake brewery in Hiroshima. Enjoy a variety of sake not only on the palate but also in terms of knowledge. Facing the Sanyo Expressway and blessed with good water, Saijo exploded as a sake brewing town after the railroad was built, exporting sake mainly to western Japan and even overseas. Its flavor is characterized by a clean, gentle sweetness. Its mellow taste is known to go well with a variety of meals. Join our guide for a wonderful sake tasting tour.

Explore Tokyo’s hidden cocktail culture on our Hidden Cocktail Tour - a curated journey through one of the city’s most stylish and cocktail-forward neighborhoods. Guided by a local expert, you’ll visit four exclusive bars and secret speakeasies, each showcasing Japan’s mastery of mixology. Enjoy innovative cocktails, featuring ingredients like yuzu, matcha, and house-infused shochu or gin. Small plates are paired with each drink to elevate the tasting experience. This intimate evening blends local flavor, cultural insight, and the quiet thrill of uncovering Tokyo’s best-kept bar secrets. Vegan-friendly and non-alcoholic options are available, making it accessible for guests ages 14 and up (note: Japan’s legal drinking age is 20). - Discover four hidden cocktail bars in upscale Ebisu - Sip expertly crafted drinks using Japanese ingredients and techniques - Enjoy a relaxed, small-group setting with your local guide - Vegan and non-drinking options available on request

Discover Tokyo's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour including a Matcha experience, admission to Skytree, and a Tokyo Bay ferry(sometimes no cruise). Stroll the natural scenery at Meiji Shrine and drive past Akihabara, Ueno and other major attractions en route to the Imperial Palace. Then explore Asakusa with historical temples, shopping, matcha tea and Japanese Izakaya Lunch! In the afternoon, enjoy a 360° panoramic view from Tokyo Sky Tree and relaxing at Tokyo Bay Cruise. Return to Shinjuku while enjoy the view of the Tokyo city. ・Discover Tokyo's the most iconic landmarks on the coach tour efficiently ・Try Authentic Matcha experience & IZAKAYA Lunch at Historical place, Asakusa ・Benefit from skip-the-line admission to skytree which is the tallest broadcasting tower in the world ・Get a light breeze of Tokyo Bay Ferry (sometimes no cruise) ・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour ・Also, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK

Shiojiri is one of Japan’s leading wine regions, defined by its mountain terrain, cool climate, and a distinctive terroir that nurtures wines of world-class quality. Through the dedication of its winemakers and the community’s growing culture of learning and appreciation, “Shiojiri Wine” has become a source of local pride. This experience invites you to discover the past and future of Shiojiri wine through vineyard tastings, conversations with winemakers, limited-release bottles, and refined food pairings—an immersive journey for all five senses.

This is a special course in the comparison and tasting of different Japanese whiskies, available by reservation only at BAR ODIN and recommended for alcohol connoisseurs! In this Japanese whiskey course, you will have the chance to drink a limited edition bottle from Yamazaki, Japan's oldest distillery, and Japan's original craft whiskey, Chichibu Distillery Ichiro's Malt Series. Whiskey distilleries have been established all over Japan, including Yamazaki Distillery. Among them, Chichibu Distillery's Ichiro's Malt, which is said to be the original craft whisky, is world-famous. You'll appreciate this almost private lesson, where you'll learn the specifics of Japanese whisky and other spirits that the owner will present to you. The owner is a great connoisseur of alcohol, and you'll enjoy talking to him. The owner is particular about organic products, and we also recommend handmade chocolates. You won't regret this unique experience!

Make the most of 50 to 60 different kinds of sake available to sample in 1.5 hrs. Discover the charm of sake at a private salon in Tsukiji with a sommelier. Enjoy pairing sake with cheese and other snacks during tasting. Try drinking sake at different temperatures to taste the difference in flavor. Learn about the brewing process and history of sake in Japan from your host.

• Enjoy Japan's traditional sake, doburoku, at the brewery's on-site bar. • The experience is led by the proprietress. Up to six guests at a time can participate in this one-of-a-kind event. • Enjoy a tasting of multiple varieties of doburoku, each brewed using distinct methods and served in thoughtfully chosen sakeware. • The proprietress's homemade dishes are served to pair with the drinks during the tasting. • Souvenirs of doburoku and sake cups are included. • The experience takes place at Dejima in Nagasaki, a place that has become a symbol of cultural exchange. • Convenient access to the brewery as it is located in an urban area. • This activity is not conducted by a guide, but staff adapts hospitality in English.