Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya

Organized by Eriko Ohkawa
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Duration
1.5 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 7 guests
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Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible, Family-friendly
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Language
Japanese, English
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Enjoy a sake tasting at futuristic Kubota Sake Bar in Shibuya! Try different varieties of sake from all over Japan, learn insights from a sake expert, and enjoy all-you-can-drink sake for 1 hour.

Highlights

  • Try snacks that go well with sake and enjoy conversation with your guide during an hour of free-flowing sake post-tasting

  • Kubota Sake Bar is on the B1 floor of Shibuya Parco, only 5 min from Shibuya Station

  • Learn fascinating insights about the world of Japanese sake from Eriko, a sake expert who has traveled all over Japan to see how sake is made!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Experience the rich flavors of sake and understand its cultural significance in this unique sake-tasting and all-you-can-drink sake experience in Shibuya!


Head to Kubota Sake Bar on the basement floor of Shibuya Parco and taste five kinds of sake from various regions of Japan. Immerse yourself in the smoothness and variety of aromas guided by Eriko, a fellow sake-lover and knowledgeable expert.


What is the difference between junmai, ginjo, and namazake? Should sake be served chilled or warm? What makes premium sake so special? Ask all your burning questions and educate your palate with Eriko's insights.


Experience flow:


-Meet your host at Kubota Sake Bar in Shibuya.

-Start with a brief lecture on how sake is made.

-Enjoy snacks (otsumami) that pair deliciously with sake, while your host shares fascinating details about sake production.

-Enjoy all-you-can-drink sake while you talk with the host (1 hour).


Eriko, a sake lover, has traveled extensively both in and outside Japan. She will share anecdotes about sake breweries she's visited, many of which are in rural areas surrounded by rice fields or in historic towns. You can imagine how sake masters brew varieties following the local traditions, passing down the knowledge from generation to generation. Taste their dedication in every cup and find your next favorite sake in this unique experience!


This experience takes place at an innovative and modern space operated by Kubota, a renowned sake brewery from Niigata, one of Japan’s prime sake-producing regions. Offering guests a wide variety sake, the bar prides itself in honoring long-standing sake traditions while embracing the latest technologies — for instance, they use AI to recommend sake varieties based on your preferences. After the experience, you can visit their shop and take home a few bottles of your favorite sake.

Inclusions

  • All-you-can-drink sake (1 hour)

  • Snacks

  • English-speaking sake expert

  • Small gift

Exclusions

  • Transportation to and from the meeting point

  • Additional food and drinks

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Go to Kubota Sake Bar on B1 of Shibuya Parco, 5 min from Shibuya Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Remarks

  • Please note that the minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years old.

  • Please drink responsibly.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Experience Location

Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.

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Cameron
March 02, 2025
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Eriko was an amazing host. She was so knowledgeable and so friendly, I would recommend this to anyone visiting. I learned so much in these 2 hours. If we’re back in Japan, we will definitely be the...read more

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Rachel McGowan
February 20, 2025
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This was such a great experience! Eriko was SO knowledgeable about Sake. She helped us understand the process of making Sake and told us about some of the stories of the brewers. She was able to an...read more

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Jamie Lim
December 31, 2024
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The sake tasting session with Eriko will definitely be the highlight of our trip to Tokyo! Sampling a wide range of sakes from around Japan with Eriko was great fun. It was like drinking with a kno...read more

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Welch
November 21, 2024
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Our sake tasting with Eriko was truly amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable in the sake brewing process and even has experience brewing sake herself. We got to taste many different types of sake...read more

Thank you for your kind review. It is grearly appreciated. We are also happy to hear you had a nice time with Eriko. We are looking forward to seeing you again some time! Eriko and Takeshi

Eriko OhkawaNovember 26, 2024
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Andrew Parakh
October 30, 2024
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Eriko was a very friendly, fun host who is very passionate about sake. She shared lots of interesting stories and many sakes with us. A fun, educational and boozy experience that I would recommen...read more

Thank you for your wonderful comments! It is so appreciated. We are so happy to hear you learned many about Sake with Eriko. Regards, Eriko and Takeshi

Eriko OhkawaNovember 26, 2024
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