What to do and see in Japan, Japan: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

December 16, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Coordinates: 35°N 136°E / 35°N 136°E / 35; 136
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1. Sake Tasting Lesson and All-You-Can-Drink Sake at a local bar in Asakusa

Japan, 〒141-0022 Tokyo, Shinagawa City, Higashigotanda, 1-chōme−19−7 JLGビル Beauty of Japan
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Learn about sake from a master. This 3-hour tour is the perfect opportunity for people who like a tipple every now and then of something different. Learn how sake is made, about the raw ingredients, about the myriad of varieties that are out there.

Inclusions: All-you-can-drink sake, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from sake bar

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

2. Furano and Biei Taxi Day Tour

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Private 10-hour tour conducted by professional licensed local sightseeing taxi to incredible attractions in Furano and Biei:   • Accommodates up to 5 persons; • 10-hours tour; • Child, elderly and handicap-friendly tour; and • Travel around on a licensed sightseeing taxi (the remaining cost of the sightseeing taxi of 40,000 JPY + highway fees per group shall be paid to the driver in cash) As this is a private tour, we can customise the itinerary according to your needs and preferences. The tour is suitable for children, elderly and the handicapped as well.

Inclusions: Deposit for:, Professional licensed driver, Private transport (Toyota Crown/ Toyota Alphard), Private tour

Exclusions: The remaining cost of 40,000 JPY + highway fees shall be paid to the driver in cash after the tour, Food and drinks, Highway Fees

Reviewed By emilyb889

A great full day of adventure with plenty of time to see what we wanted. Tony was kind to show us the best place for bubble tea and where to buy local snack. We would definitely do this again and feel with was worth the price.

3. Let's explore the unique Tokyo Nightlife!

Hachikō Memorial Statue, 2 Chome-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan Flip Guide Bar Tour
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Hi there! We have explored all sorts of areas in Tokyo: from stylish and cosy neighbourhoods like Nakano, Koenji and Shimokitazawa, to the bright and busy areas such as Shibuya, Shinjuku and Roppongi. Depending on the night and the place we’ve decided on, we will meet either at the closest station or directly at the first location (Some stations are too hectic and we may have trouble finding each other in the crowds). To kick off the night, we’ll all have a toast to an awesome night together at the first location. We will visit three to four bars/club in total. If you want to continue with your night, we know a lot of places we can recommend to you. We guarantee discounts and/or freebies (free shots or free drinks) at every spot so you won’t have to break the bank for this night out. Most bars that we visit will have delicious food options, so if you’re feeling peckish or looking for a late dinner, have no fear. Be ready to meet other travellers and have fun with everyone!

Inclusions: Free shot, free drink or discount at every spot!, Admission to every place!

Exclusions: Extra drinks and food

Reviewed By ameliam00re

The trip was awesome! Loved the scenery, food and shopping at Gotemba. Was also a nice touch to finish at the winery, I would definitely recommend giving this a try.

4. Japanese cuisine Making tour with Wine experience by Yokohama Winery

Motomachi-Chūkagai Station, Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan Yokohama Winery Motomachi / Chinatown Station 5 minutes Wine / Japanese cuisine pairing tour
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Shopping Guide bellow; ・Go to “Ishii". This is a Japanese tableware and woodcut shop. ・Go to “Hamamonyo". This is a Japanese style towel store. Cooking experience centered on vegetables (mainly on Hama vegetables(Local Vegetables))What do you want to experience? Please kindly contact us before. ・ Making experience with [komatsuna sesame] Make Komatsuna, a specialty of Yokohama City, easy and delicious with sesame seeds. Sesame, which is relatively rare in Europe and the United States, is said to be highly nutritious and effective for anti-aging.The light seasoning is perfect for local wines. ・ Making experience of [Taro galette] Hence it is a taro that is not so common in Europe and America, to put it in boiled food or soup in Japan, and other ways of eating are not well known. So this time, boiled and crushed taro to mix herbs and cheese into a wine-friendly galette. ・ [A turnip saute] experience

Inclusions: How to make dashi stock (kelp, bonito), Local vegetables and ingredients are arranged,Taste comparison of dashi tasting bowls (Japanese dashi),Cooking (buffet),Oden, Welcome drink (cheers with sparkling wine),You can drink wine from other countries

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5. Sake Brewery(the most oldest) Tour in Takayama

91-3 Kamisannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0846, Japan Happy Tour
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Takayama city had 56 brewers more than 300 years ago. Good water and good environment made lot's of Sake brewer. Now there are 7 brewers inside 200m area remain cityside of Takayama. (This density is very rare things in all over the world.) You can see the oldest & biggest sake brewery in our tour. If you need other language guide, please let us know. (e.g. Italian,Spanish,Chinese...) If you wanted to private tour let us know. Not less than 2 person. Under Japanese law, alcoholic beverages under the age of 20 are not allowed. Please call us if you want to do our tour within few hours. If it's raining/snowing possible to do this tour.

Inclusions: Guide in English, Tasting Sake, You can see facilities & Kura to make Sake , Tax

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Reviewed By Daniele_deblasio

A lovely walk through the gorgeous old town and new parts of Takayama, at a slow pace and with loads of attention to details that we would have otherwise missed. I recommend the tour to anyone interested in visiting Japan, our host was very competent and answered our questions as the tour progressed.

6. Amanohashidate round trip e-ride tour

Hashidate Bay Hotel, 68 Iwataki, Yosano, Yoza District, Kyoto 629-2262, Japan 京都海道 Kyoto Ocean Road
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Amanohashidate has a beautiful view from the top, but a bicycle path is built along the sea like a mirror, and the scenery while running is very beautiful. Amanohashidate, which has been worshiped as a mysterious sacred place of Japanese Shinto since ancient times, has a variety of stories from ancient times to Sengoku and modern times. Many guides will give you a detailed guide to the highlights of Amanohashidate, where most people just stop at the top. This tour uses the latest e-sports bike (electrically-assisted bicycle for sports using the same frame and parts as the road bike). You can experience a model that usually costs nearly 300,000 at a great discount. Please enjoy the addictive ride. As an option, there is also a tour of the Tango Chirimen factory and a deep Amanohashidate experience where craftsmen explain Chirimen and Furoshiki in an elegant Japanese house that also serves as an exhibition hall, and you can take a break with tea and sweets.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, All Fees and Taxes, 1-day e-BIKE rental fee

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7. Okinawa Bar Hopping Tour

Starbucks Kokusai Street Makishi, Japan, 〒900-0013 Okinawa, Naha, Makishi, 2-chōme−1−1 プランタビル 1階 Jumbo Tours
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You will have a fantastic experience of local food & drink in Okinawa. The duration of this tour will be 3 hours and you will explore the three local bars and restaurants during this tour. 3 drinks and local food are included in the price. Local food will be arranged based on your food preferences so please let the tour guide know what kind of food you would like to try before this tour. This tour will be accompanied by a local expert guide who can speak English, Japanese, and Chinese to lead the tour so that you will have full explanation of Okinawa local food and drinks. If you want to experience something local then this tour will be perfect for you. This tour has been launched recently so we offer the campaign price for this tour currently.

Inclusions: The budget for food is JPY3,000 per person., The tour includes 1 drink either alcohol or soft drink in each local restaurant. You will have 3 drinks in total during the tour. If you drink more, you can pay additionally on your own on the spot., Gratuities, Guide Fee

Exclusions: Private transportation

Reviewed By thel0nerangerr

It was a great tour. Thanks to the guide for making us feel more comfortable in the tour. One star less is because short time duration for nago pineapple park and beach area. Otherwise a great trip.

8. Drinks with Geisha

1-chōme-26-7 Tomioka, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0047, Japan Sayuki
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Don’t miss out on this exclusive experience and a chance to meet younger geisha in an informal setting. Much cheaper than a banquet, we have created an affordable opportunity to meet authentic geisha. Drinks are extra but not expensive.

Inclusions: meeting with authentic geisha

Exclusions: Private transportation, Dinner

Reviewed By emibh99

My friends and I had a lovely experience walking and learning from Sayuki about the different treasures we found at the antique market. I was quite interested in learning about the different Kimonos they were selling there. We found some long sticks that looked like old pipes, luckily Sayuki was there to tell us that they were old portable ink holders! The antique market was a nice and fun way to learn what people in Japan have been collecting from different eras. She gave us quite a lot of interesting insight about the different kimonos they were selling there. Sayuki is a geisha, she could tell us which one would be worn by a geisha or not. You will learn so much about Japanese goods and culture! If you are not strong in Japanese( like me), do not worry! Sayuki will explain and also translate for you it in English. They sell anything from cutlery, kimonos, head ornaments, jewelry, and other interesting antique goods! For the trip we all brought ower own masks! Highly recommend this trip if you are in Koto, Tokyo!

9. Premium tour with cooking experience Yokohama Winery Ingredients Premier

Motomachi-Chūkagai Station, Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan Yokohama Winery Motomachi / Chinatown Station 5 minutes Wine / Japanese cuisine pairing tour
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You can enjoy a wine experience in a small winery and a glass of Yokohama. First, let's enjoy shopping at Motomachi Shopping Street. Have you ever experienced a vegetable-wine pairing? We think you can make a very new discovery. How to make dashi stock? (kelp, bonito) And Hotel Pick Up

Inclusions: How to make dashi stock (kelp, bonito), Welcome drink (cheers with sparkling wine),You can drink wine from other countries, Local vegetables and ingredients are arranged,Taste comparison of dashi tasting bowls (Japanese dashi),Cooking (buffet),Oden, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By eleonorar428

Good restaurant in one of my favorite neighborhoods in Japan and I was satisfied with the service for my particular request for a vegan dish.

10. Furano/Biei Private Taxi Full-Day Tour with English Driver

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For a more efficient way to explore Furano and Biei, take a private taxi on a one-day tour! Your tour driver will customize your six-hours tour according to your interests. Furano and Biei is an area beautiful in summer and winter! In the summer the hills are covered with flower gardens and in the winter these same hill are covered in snow. Here you can enjoy delicious food and be surrounded by the great outdoors. Here we will recommend the top places you must visit in Furano and Biei. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hours tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Please let us know if baby or kids will be seated in your group.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for yourself), Lunch, Parking Fees, Highway fees

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

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