8 Best Sake Tastings in Asakusa

A good sake host will pour a dry junmai beside a fragrant ginjo and explain how far the rice was polished to get each one. Asakusa’s tastings are small and seated, often with snacks on the side, and they make an easy add-on after an afternoon at Senso-ji.

4.Introductory Sake Tasting Class with Sommelier in Tokyo

Explore Japan's cultural and culinary side with a guided sake tasting in Tokyo. Learn from an expert, taste 10 varieties, and discover your new favorite.

★ 5.0

“Very fun experience, the Somalia is very knowledgeable and he walks you through the history of sake, how it’s made, and the various different types of tastes. You then get to sample each of the different types of sake and basically drink as much as…”

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5.Tokyo: Asakusa Japanese Sake Tasting (with Optional Food)

Discover authentic Japanese sake with a guided tasting at a cozy Asakusa bar. Learn about sake styles, enjoy optional food pairings, and unwind locally.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful sake and sommelier who taught us very well the sake differences in a cozy Japanese style room! Would visit again just for the sake and to meet the master!”

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6.Tokyo: Award-Winning Sake Tasting with a Specialist in Asakusa

Compare two Asakusa sake tastings, learn from an English-speaking specialist, and sample up to 10 styles at this award-winning Tokyo experience.

★ 5.0

“Rio was the very knowledgeable curator. understanding the way sale is made and all of the components that impact the flavour profile made an exceptional experience for identifying and finding the sake that was perfection to my palate. thank you for answering my questions, remembering…”

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