
Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku
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Is Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku worth booking?
Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku is a 2-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $14000 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 21 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (21)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $14000 per person
Explore the delightful world of sake in a hands-on workshop that combines tasting with traditional Japanese cuisine. Guided by a bilingual expert, you'll grasp the nuances of sake tasting, from aroma appreciation to temp
What you get
- Dinner
About this experience
Explore the delightful world of sake in a hands-on workshop that combines tasting with traditional Japanese cuisine. Guided by a bilingual expert, you'll grasp the nuances of sake tasting, from aroma appreciation to temperature effects on flavor. Savor a carefully curated meal featuring chicken nanban, miso butter dishes, and rich sea urchin croquettes, each paired with four distinctive sakes. With an all-you-can-drink selection of 20 sakes alongside beer and soft drinks, indulge your palate at your own pace. This interactive experience not only deepens your understanding of sake but also enriches your culinary journey through Japan's vibrant food culture.
What's included
Included
- Dinner
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Please meet your guide outside the main entrance of the H&M Shinjuku store. The meeting point is outside the entrance, under the large “H&M” logo on the building façade. Your guide will be holding a smartphone displaying “AlvaJapan.”
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet your guide outside the main entrance of the H&M Shinjuku store. The meeting point is outside the entrance, under the large “H&M” logo on the building façade. Your guide will be holding a smartphone displaying “AlvaJapan.”
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alva Japan Tours 🇯🇵
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 21 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
21 verified traveler reviews for Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Sake immersion
Very fun unique experience ate and drank food and sake I would not have done on my own
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this amazing review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed experiencing local dishes and sake with our guide. We hope to welcome you back for another great food adventure in Japan soon!
via Tripadvisor
Serenity on sake
Mossi was a great tour guide that made us feel at home. Not only did we gain an education about sake but we had a great time. The food pairing was perfect. We will definitely book again.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a great time and will definitely book with us again. We will gladly pass your high praise along to Mossi, who will be so happy to know he made you feel right at home. We are glad you enjoyed the sake education and that the food pairings were a perfect match. Providing a warm, welcoming environment with great flavors and insights is exactly what we love to do, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
via Tripadvisor
Saki heaven
You will have sakis from all over and will definitely leave full. Kosei gave us a an entertaining evening of finger food & beverages. Fun night!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fun and entertaining evening filled with great beverages and delicious finger food. We will gladly pass your high praise along to Kosei, who will be so happy to know his energy made your night so special. Introducing our guests to a wonderful variety of sakes and ensuring everyone leaves completely full and satisfied is exactly what we love to do! We hope to welcome you back for another fantastic evening in Japan soon.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Great intimate experience with our guide! Fun conversation and good food pairings in a locals restaurant.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the intimate atmosphere of the tour and had such a fun time chatting with your guide. It is wonderful to know that you felt like a local for an evening. We hope to see you again for another delicious adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Informative and fun experience
Our tour expert Mao was very energetic and engaging. She took us for a walk around Shinjuku prior to our food and sake pairing start and we got to know each other. She explained how the pairing would go and what to expect. She was very knowledgeable and personable, making the experience very fun and engaging. We highly recommend the tour to anyone visiting Tokyo and hope you get Mao as your guide!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the glowing review! We are delighted to hear that Mao made your Shinjuku experience so memorable with her energy and expertise. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We hope you have a wonderful stay in Japan and welcome you back soon again!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku cost?
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Prices start at $14000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 21 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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