Kyoto's Sake Heritage: A Guided Brewery & Tasting Walking Tour
English
Itinerary
Yoshijima Yagurachō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Begin your journey with a warm welcome at Chushojima Station. Receive an overview of Fushimi's rich history and its pivotal role in the world of sake brewing.
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247 Minamihamachō Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Dive into the history of sake at the Gekkeikan Sake Museum, one of Japan's most esteemed sake breweries. Enjoy a guided tour and a sake-tasting session, where you'll learn about traditional brewing methods.
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Fushimi, Kyoto
Explore Fushimi's charming shops to find unique souvenirs. This is a perfect opportunity to purchase handcrafted sake sets, local crafts, and specialty foods exclusive to the region.
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263 Minamihamachō Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Visit the historic Teradaya Inn, a site steeped in samurai lore and political drama from the late Edo period. Engage in an interactive storytelling experience, unraveling the inn’s significant role in Japanese history.
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228 Shioya-chō Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Immerse in the enchanting world of Kappa – mythical creatures in Japanese folklore. Learn about their influence on local culture and enjoy a unique tasting of Kappa-inspired sake, exclusive to this region.
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Fushimi Sake Village, 82-2 Hiranochō, Fushimi, Kyoto
Stroll through the picturesque Brewery Alley, lined with historic sake breweries. Partake in a curated sake tasting experience, allowing you to compare a variety of styles and flavors.
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174 Gokōgūmonzen-chō Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Discover the tranquil Gokomiya Shrine, celebrated for its connections to water and sake brewing. Absorb the serene atmosphere and learn about the shrine’s significance in local culture.
4 Chome Ryōgaemachi, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Wrap up your tour with final thoughts and personalized recommendations for further exploration in Fushimi or the broader Kyoto area.
Frequently asked questions
No, transportation to and from the meeting point is not included. However, all locations on the tour are within walking distance.
You can purchase bottles of sake at some of the breweries visited on the tour. Please note that some may not be available for purchase.
Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions so we can accommodate them.
Most tours take place on foot, with some stairs and uneven surfaces. If you have limited mobility, please get in touch with us to discuss any necessary accommodations before booking.
You can bring your sake cup if you have one. However, disposable cups will also be provided during the tasting.
This tour is currently only available in English. If you want a tour in another language, please get in touch with us for availability and pricing.
There is no specific dress code, but we recommend comfortable shoes and clothing, as most tours take place on foot. Be mindful that some locations may require removing shoes before entering.
The "Kyoto Sake Brewery and Tasting Walking Tour" offers an immersive experience in Kyoto's Fushimi district, highlighting the rich tradition of sake brewing with visits to local breweries and a sake museum. Participants can enjoy tasting 18 varieties of Kyoto sake, learn about sake's historical and cultural significance, and refresh themselves with Japanese groundwater at a serene local shrine.
Sake tasting (18 kinds of Sake at Sake restaurant)) Photos during the tour Admission fee of the Sake Museum * Anyone under 20 yrs old will get some foods or snacks instead of the sake tasting set.
What's not included
Additional food or drinks (available for purchase)
Great experience. Friendly tour guide explained and showed the whole sake making process. Had an amazing time. Highly recommend.
Chad W
October 4, 2025
An awesome introduction to Sake!
Our guide was excellent and gave us a great overview of Sake and its history throughout Japan and Kyoto in general. We walked quiet streets through Fushimi and explored the Sake Museum and an Izakaya where we tasted 18 different sakes from 18 breweries! There was also a nice tasting at the museum and a terrific history lesson. It was all led by our tremendous guide, who did a great job showing us around and educating us. I highly recommend the tour if you are into learning about spirits, alcohol and the historical impact on culture!
John N
October 4, 2025
Chad W
October 4, 2025
Amazing Sake Experience
Great experience. Friendly tour guide explained and showed the whole sake making process. Had an amazing time. Highly recommend.
John N
October 4, 2025
An awesome introduction to Sake!
Our guide was excellent and gave us a great overview of Sake and its history throughout Japan and Kyoto in general. We walked quiet streets through Fushimi and explored the Sake Museum and an Izakaya where we tasted 18 different sakes from 18 breweries! There was also a nice tasting at the museum and a terrific history lesson. It was all led by our tremendous guide, who did a great job showing us around and educating us. I highly recommend the tour if you are into learning about spirits, alcohol and the historical impact on culture!
