The 15 Best Sake Tours in Tokyo

1.Ramen and Sushi Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · from $79Our pick

At a small cooking studio in Tokyo’s Tsukishima district, you’ll prepare sushi, build ramen broth from scratch, and taste selected sake with guidance from instructors such as Sato, Ryushi, Alex, Taka, and Kaori. The three-hour class includes ingredients, the meal, and drinks, with groups limited to eight.

“What a personal sushi/ramen making class. There were only two others with my husband and I. The chef was charming and made everyone feel at ease. We made and ate our own sushi and the pork belly in the ramen was delicious. You will not go away hungry!”

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2.Sake Tasting Masterclass in Shinjuku (8+ Varieties with a Pro)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 271 reviews · from $72

Meet a sake sommelier in Shinjuku for a two-hour tasting of at least six varieties, often closer to nine or ten, with Japanese snacks. Guides such as Max, Joe, Tadashi, Andrea, and Megan explain brewing, labels, flavor styles, and food pairings in a small group of no more than eight people.

“Joe was very informative and entertaining in schooling us in the intricacies of sake appreciation. We did this on our first day in Japan so we were well equipped with knowledge for our foray into the world of sake”

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3.Sake Omakase in Tokyo: Guided Tasting by Certified Sommeliers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · from $79

At Sake Studio in Kanda, certified English-speaking sommeliers lead a two-hour tasting of seven Japan-exclusive sakes across four themed courses. You will compare rice styles, temperatures, infusions, and drinking vessels while enjoying pickles, cheese, cured meats, and dessert. Groups are limited to six, with hosts speaking English, Japanese, and Chinese.

“Wonderful - highly recommended. I wanted to understand more about saki and objective definitely achieved!”

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4.Casual Japanese SAKE tasting and snack experience in Kabukicho

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · from $39

Meet in Kabukicho for a relaxed one-hour tasting of eight Japan-only sakes, starting with lighter bottles and building toward stronger aromas and flavors. Hosts such as Sakiko and Saki guide the session with Japanese snacks, sake served at different temperatures, and a sweet amazake finish. The small bar may also offer karaoke.

“Great way taste a bunch of different sakis. Our host, Sakiko was very friendly and knowledgeable. Comes with little snacks. Bar owner was super nice too. Highly enjoyable and highly recommended!!”

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5.Tasting All Types of Sake with Sommelier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $62

Meet Aki, also introduced as Akira, near Shinjuku San-chome for a 90-minute sake lesson and tasting. You will try 6 to 7 styles, including sparkling, sweet, dry, hot, pasteurized, and unpasteurized sake, while learning how to read labels, pair sake with food, and choose bottles in Japan. The small group can include up to 12 people.

“Went to sake tasting with my daughter on her first visit to Japan. Lovely and informative experience would definitely recommend to anyone.”

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6.Wagyu & Sake Pairing in Shinjuku – Steak, Shabu-Shabu & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · from $148

At Ushinobi Shinjuku, you’ll learn how wagyu grading and sake production shape flavor, then enjoy a full-course meal with regional beef and sake pairings. Expect steak, tongue, tataki, hotpot, udon, dessert, and original sake cocktails. Hosts may include Joe, Chi, Tadashi, Andrea, or Miyuki. The group is limited to eight.

“Such a wonderful evening….made very special in part by the delicious dinner and sake pairings, but also by our host, Miyuki. She was very informative (we learned all about wagyu beef) as well as welcoming and personable. We recommend this highly…it was a highlight of our entire trip.”

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7.Tokyo Wagyu & Sake Pairing Tasting Experience with Local Flavors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · from $151

At Enjoy Meat Club near Tokyo Skytree, chef Mike and his team serve a short omakase-style dinner built around Japanese Wagyu, seasonal ingredients, and sake pairings. Expect about two hours, a small group of up to 12, friendly explanations, and a changing menu. Alcohol is included, with craft juice available for non-drinkers.

“Be prepared to leave begging for more. Just WOW. Everything was beautiful. The food was amazing, the staff were lovely and the vibe of the place was so cool! Absolutely recommend & don’t forget to ask the staff about their fav food spots after the experience.”

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8.Sushi and Ramen Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 3 hours · from $129

At a cozy Tsukishima kitchen, English-speaking instructors such as Sato, Haruko, Risa, and Alex guide you through ramen broth, chashu pork, and nigiri sushi. You will also taste three Japanese sakes, learn food traditions, and take home recipes and chopsticks. The three-hour class has room for up to eight people.

“I had an amazing afternoon at this class, the guides made the experience so enjoyable and fun!”

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9.Outer Market Walking Tour & Sake Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 81 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Meet your English or Japanese-speaking guide at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, learn local prayer customs, then walk through Tsukiji Outer Market to discover food stalls and produce. The afternoon ends at a private sake salon, where a sommelier explains sake-making and offers unlimited tastings from 50 to 60 varieties. Market food costs extra, while snacks are included.

“Amazing! Exceeded my expectations! Guide was knowledgeable, welcoming and social! 10/10 stars! Tour started in a Buddhist temple and then a walk through the market where we tried different food! After we met up with a Sake expert where we sampled 20 different Sake’s to find our perfect match!”

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10.Cozy Tokyo Class: Ramen, Sushi, Sake Pairing & Cultural Exchange

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $79

Meet English-friendly hosts such as Umi, Kou, Risa, and Namiko for a relaxed three-hour class in Tsukuda. You will prepare ramen and sushi, or choose gyoza, hear stories about Japanese food, and enjoy sake, beer, or soft drinks. The class suits beginners, families, couples, and confident home cooks.

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11.Wagyu Beef and Sake Pairing Foodie Tour in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $218

Spend 3.5 hours in Shimbashi and Ginza with a certified MagicalTrip guide, tasting more than 20 sakes, eating all-you-can-eat Wagyu, and finishing with dessert or a drink. Guides such as Ken, Kazu, and Fuji have led this small-group experience. It starts at 5 p.m. and ends near Ginza or Yurakucho Station.

“Well worth it!! The guide was knowledgeable, attentive and entertaining. The food and drink were amazing!!”

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12.Unlimited Sake Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · 1h 30m · from $54

Meet an English-speaking sake sommelier at a private salon in Tsukiji and taste a wide range of sake from breweries across Japan. You may sample around 20 to 30 pours, with 50 to 60 bottles available, while learning about brewing, regional styles, and temperature. Small snacks help you compare flavors.

“The guides were super informative and provided a huge variety of different Sake that I've never heard of before.”

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13.Sushi Cooking Class with Sake Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 55 reviews · from $112

Meet your English-speaking guide near Iriya Station, shop for fresh ingredients, and cook sushi, miso soup, eggplant dengaku, and dashimaki tamago in a professional kitchen. You will eat your meal with four sake tastings, receive recipes, and finish near Asakusa and Kappabashi. A playroom helps make this a practical family option.

“Tiger was great! It was so much fun and we learned lots about the Japanese culture and cuisine. You need to do this class if you are visiting Tokyo!”

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14.Tsukiji Market Eating Tour, Authentic Sushi & Sake Comparison

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $30Best value

Spend about three hours exploring Tsukiji with an English-speaking guide, including Ariel when assigned. Taste market snacks, compare three sakes, visit Tsukiji’s temple and shrine, then sit down to a fresh sushi lunch. Groups are capped at six, and the tour begins near Tsukiji Station.

“What a fantastic tour! Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed every minute and we probably would have been lost in terms of what to try had it not been for Ariel, our amazing guide. The stalls we visited and foods we tried were diverse (skewers, desserts, sake, sushi) and Ariel's energy and kindness made the experience all the better. Highly recommend this tour!”

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15.Tokyo Sushi Making Class : Sake Ceremony & Matcha Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $45

In Asakusa, you’ll open a sake barrel with a group chant, learn nigiri and roll-making, torch salmon mayo gunkan, and whisk matcha. The 90-minute class costs $45.77, welcomes beginners, includes 6 to 12 sushi pieces, and ends where it begins.

“What a brilliant experience! The instructor was so fun, welcoming and knowledgeable. Completely exceeded my expectations. It was an amazing, relaxing and special activity to do. Thank you for going above and beyond for me!”

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