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Kyoto Sake Brewery Tour, Tasting 22 Sake
3 hours

Kyoto Sake Brewery Tour, Tasting 22 Sake

◆Introduction Visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum for an in-depth look at sake, followed by tastings of a variety of sake styles at local bars. Discover the history, brewing process, and flavor profiles of sake as you sample several types produced in Kyoto. Visit the museum to explore sake history, and walk through Kyoto's sake brewing district to learn more. ◆Included ・Sake Tasting (18 varieties at a sake restaurant) ・Tour photos included ・Entry fee to Gekkeikan Okura Museum *Guests under 20 can substitute sake tasting with food or light snacks. ◆Not Included ・Additional meals or drinks (available for purchase) ◆Itinerary ・Chushojima Station (Pass through) Begin your Kyoto sake brewery and tasting tour in Fushimi. ・Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum Learn about the sake-making process at the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum. Duration: 30 minutes, includes admission. ・Teradaya (Pass through) ・Kappa Gallery Discover the art of sake-making at the Kappa Gallery. Duration: 30 minutes, includes admission. ◆Additional Info ・Wheelchair inaccessible ・Not recommended for pregnant individuals ・Not suitable for those with heart conditions or other serious illnesses ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/experiences/2e8e17_1785f125e3fb4743bef00fc6360cf1a6~mv2.jpg) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/experiences/2e8e17_e00696c1ae594057b0fd8a5ed8e26823~mv2.jpg) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/experiences/d3ae06_c70f2c793a6e4bbe97796b93255201c6~mv2.jpg) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/experiences/2e8e17_d7180a173b4e41be950b681fff3c8934~mv2.jpg) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/experiences/2e8e17_acff9d4f4115472b8c76ef0a93aed1f7~mv2.jpg)

Kyoto Japanese Culture Bar Hopping
¥14400~
Kyoto Bar Hopping Night Tour in Nijo Castle, Karasuma Oike & Shijo Kawaramachi
3 hours

Kyoto Bar Hopping Night Tour in Nijo Castle, Karasuma Oike & Shijo Kawaramachi

◆Introduction Join a guided bar-hopping tour to experience the refined nightlife of Kyoto. Instead of visiting all districts, you will choose one area—Nijo Castle, Karasuma Oike, or Shijo Kawaramachi—and explore its unique atmosphere. Visit three carefully selected izakayas or bars to enjoy local specialties such as obanzai (Kyoto home-style cooking), yuba (tofu skin), and Kyoto craft sake. As you stroll through streets where history meets modern life, discover hidden gems and traditional machiya-style bars that capture the essence of old and new Kyoto. ・Visit three izakayas or bars in your chosen area (Nijo Castle, Karasuma Oike, or Shijo Kawaramachi) ・Small-group tour for an intimate and authentic experience ・Savor Kyoto's local specialties, including obanzai, yuba, and craft sake ・Learn about regional culture and dining etiquette from your guide ・Experience Kyoto's refined nightlife in historic districts with traditional machiya bars ◆Included ・2 drinks at each of the 3 venues (6 drinks in total) ・Dinner: izakaya dishes and local specialties ・Visit 2–3 places — such as food stalls, izakayas, or bars — together with a local guide ◆Not Included ・Hotel pickup and drop-off ・Tips ・Transportation expenses ・Additional drinks or meals not included in the tour fee ・Personal expenses or shopping ◆Additional Info ・The maximum number of participants for this tour is 8. ・Children must be accompanied by an adult. ・Alcohol is served only to participants aged 20 and over (the legal drinking age in Japan). ・Please note that meals are prepared in a kitchen separate from Holiday Travel, so we cannot guarantee allergy-free meals or accommodate dietary restrictions. ◆Nijo Castle, Karasuma Oike & Shijo Kawaramachi – Food & Nightlife The Nijo Castle area (a UNESCO World Heritage site) offers a glimpse of Kyoto's classic ambience, with renovated machiya-style venues and stylish bars extending toward the city center. Around Karasuma Oike, the nightlife is calm and refined, featuring intimate bars that serve a mix of local craft beer, Kyoto sake, and seasonal small plates. Shijo Kawaramachi is one of Kyoto's busiest nightlife hubs, bustling with traditional izakayas and modern bars. Visitors can enjoy obanzai-style dishes, tofu and yuba cuisine, and other Kyoto specialties alongside a wide range of drinks. ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/9bccd1e7-8d0a-428c-841a-70552096dd60.jpg?w=1200&h=800&fit=crop&q=80) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/7582de79-cb45-4f0b-b862-61c0b2b210b8.webp?w=1200&h=800&fit=crop&q=80) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/a0f38c6a-528c-41c7-a42e-9d8aafe95f53.jpg?w=1200&h=800&fit=crop&q=80) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/7b5d7362-72e1-46cc-93a5-9709ddd2ff6c.jpg?w=1200&h=800&fit=crop&q=80) ![](https://assets.hldycdn.com/f25ac70d-ca83-473a-a386-7044f693e60f.webp?w=1200&h=800&fit=crop&q=80)

Nijo Castle/Karasuma Oike/Shijo Kawaramachi Bar Hopping Food / Food tour Nightlife Food & Drinks
¥17000~