Sake Tasting Masterclass in Shinjuku with a Pro, 8+ Varieties and Snacks
by Ninja Food Tours
Overview
The sake tasting masterclass takes place in Shinjuku, Tokyo, and lasts about two hours. A professional sommelier leads the session, starting with basic sake knowledge, including how to select and drink sake properly with food. Participants taste more than eight varieties of sake, including six premium selections from small family-owned breweries. The masterclass demonstrates how sake flavors change with temperature and the shape of the sake cup. Alongside the sake, participants sample Japanese snacks that are paired to highlight how sake complements different flavors. The session includes all sake and snacks but does not provide a full meal. The minimum drinking age is 20 years. Transportation to and from the venue is not included. Participants with food restrictions should notify the organizer at least one week before the tour date.
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Itinerary
Sake-101-Workshop
In a small group with a sake sommelier, participants learn about sake brewing methods, history, and labels over two hours. The session takes place in Shinjuku, central Tokyo, with a sake expert from the international sake sommelier team. Attendees sample more than six types of sake to find their favorite and create a personal tasting chart. Locally sourced snacks are paired with the sake to demonstrate how it enhances the meal. If applicable, participants may meet Japanese sake enthusiasts in Tokyo and receive local advice.
120 min
Meeting point
This sake-tasting class takes place in Ushinobi Shinjuku Address: NSK Building, 201, 1 Chome-22-1 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan
End point
This sake-tasting class takes place in Ushinobi Shinjuku Address: NSK Building, 201, 1 Chome-22-1 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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