Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town
Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town

Outty Ranking 60 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $91
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60/100

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5.0/5

Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town worth booking?

Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town is a 6-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $91 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
6 hours
From
$91 per person

This tour is planned by a former event coordinator from one of Japan's leading theme parks. Unlike the Tokyo metropolitan area, enjoy the beauty of Japan and sake to your heart's content in an environment filled with nature. Our tour includes Kikisake experience.「Kikisake」 refers to judging and evaluating alcoholic beverages based on color, aroma, and taste. This brewery always has about 10 types of sake available. Please enjoy encountering various types of sake in this beautiful Okutama nature. The minimum number of people for the tour is 2 people.

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour is planned by a former event coordinator from one of Japan's leading theme parks. Unlike the Tokyo metropolitan area, enjoy the beauty of Japan and sake to your heart's content in an environment filled with nature. Our tour includes Kikisake experience.「Kikisake」 refers to judging and evaluating alcoholic beverages based on color, aroma, and taste. This brewery always has about 10 types of sake available. Please enjoy encountering various types of sake in this beautiful Okutama nature. The minimum number of people for the tour is 2 people.

    What's included

    Included

    • anding and/or facility fees
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Fully guided tour by an experienced guide

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Private transportation

    What you'll see and do

    1. JR East Travel Service Center - Shinjuku Station

      Our guide will meet you here and take a train for approximately 30 minutes to the first destination. Please purchase your train ticket. Train ticket for round trip is Approx. 2,000yen.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

      Thirty buildings from the Edo period to the early Showa period, which had high cultural value but were difficult to preserve on site, have been relocated and restored and are on display. Indoor exhibits are also held according to the period of construction and the purpose for which the building was used, recreating the lifestyle and culture of that time. The designs for the film Spirited Away (2001), directed by Hayao Miyazaki (Studio Ghibli), were based on the designs of public bathhouses in the museum and the architecture of merchant houses in the downtown area.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Tran ride to sake brewery.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Sawanoien

      This brewery has a history of over 300 years, and the sake they make with water that springs from the Chichibu Paleozoic Formation, one of the best spring waters in the country, has a crisp, impressive aftertaste. The terrace adjacent to the brewery allows you to enjoy your meal surrounded by beautiful nature, making it a very popular tourist spot. You will have an opportunity to get explanation about the process of making sake, talk about the brewery, and enjoy a tour of the brewery, which will be an unforgettable experience. And of course, Sake sampling is included in this tour!

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Kanzanji Temple

      When calligrapher Taguchi Beiho visited the temple outside Gusu city in China in 1885, he was entrusted with a wooden statue of Shaka Buddha by the head monk, Soshinshi. After returning to Japan, the temple was built here in 1930 with the cooperation of Ozawa Taihei. People who come to stroll through the valley can be seen stopping by the hall, which stands quietly along the Mitake Valley footpath, to ring the bell.

      10 minutes here

    6. Take a train back to Shinjuku station. Please purchase your train ticket.

      80 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Tokyo

    Our guide will meet you at this point around 9:30am and start the tour together.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Our guide will meet you at this point around 9:30am and start the tour together.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Ken's tour

    Know before you go

    • 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
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • It is legal to drink alcohol from the age of 20 years old in Japan

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Hieu_L · April 2025

    Take allergy meds! Be prepared to drink!

    One of the best and coolest tour there is. I highly recommend anyone with spring allergies to double dose on meds for the day. And ring the bell when you get a chance, it’s fun

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. It was so fun to take a short trip to the other side of Tokyo. I could tell that you are very particular to sake and I hope that you enjoyed drinking sake at a location that the sake was brewed. I hope to see you again very soon!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Price range
    $91 to $14,000
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Ken's tour, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.8.

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    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)88
    Review evidence (18% weight)10
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town cost?

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    Prices start at $91 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 Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town take?

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    Plan for about 6 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 Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town?

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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 Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town?

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    Around 0 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town 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 Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour. 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.

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town?

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    Included: anding and/or facility fees; Alcoholic beverages; and Fully guided tour by an experienced guide. Not included: Lunch; and Private transportation. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town?

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    Our guide will meet you at this point around 9:30am and start the tour together. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

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