• This exclusive experience, available only through our collaboration with Umenoyado Brewery, offers a unique chance to explore the birthplace of sake, Nara. As a leading sake brewery in the region, Umenoyado provides a private tour that includes a brewery visit, tasting session, and chef-prepared sake-pairing lunch, specially designed for this tour.
• You’ll explore cutting-edge sake-making techniques and learn from the brewery’s staff about the intricacies of sake production. In the VIP room, enjoy rare sake and learn how temperature and vessels influence the taste. Finally, savor a lunch curated to pair perfectly with sake, while engaging with the chef about the ingredients and cooking methods. This special experience blends tradition and innovation, offering a memorable journey into the world of sake.

This exclusive sake tour offers a deep dive into the history and craftsmanship of Japanese sake. Begin with a 40-minute guided brewery tour, learning about traditional sake-making methods and modern innovations. Next, enjoy a 40-minute tasting of over 10 varieties of sake and liqueurs served in wine glasses, showcasing the evolution of vessels. Then, indulge in a 90-minute sake-pairing lunch, where the chef prepares dishes before you, sharing insights into their creation. Conclude with a 40-minute visit to the brewery’s direct shop to explore premium sake, join a Q&A with brewers, and hear their passion. This immersive experience blends education, culture, and exceptional flavors for a memorable journey into the world of sake.