[Kyoto] Professional Sake Brewing Lecture & Tasting of Distinctive Japanese Sakes

Gain an in-depth understanding of core processes such as koji making and rice polishing, and discover how UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage techniques give sake its unique soul.

Enjoy a comparative tasting of 5 carefully selected sakes, and intuitively experience the distinct flavor profiles resulting from different brewing techniques, from filtration to pasteurization.

The lecture takes place at a renowned local teppanyaki and kushiyaki restaurant, allowing you to learn professional tasting knowledge in a relaxed, authentic Japanese atmosphere.

This in-depth lecture on sake brewing takes place in a Kyoto townhouse, exploring the secrets of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage "koji making" and yeast, and analyzing key processes such as rice polishing, filtration, and kimono cooking. Following the lecture, participants will sample five distinctive sake varieties from different regions. This small, immersive experience requires advance registration (1 day prior to enrollment).