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Asakusa Area Sake Tour – Try Many Types in Local Shops with Food
$179.92
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Monzen‑Nakacho presents an authentic shitamachi experience—Tokyo’s true downtown where tourists are almost nonexistent, a hidden gem for seekers of genuine Japanese culture. In this neighborhood, sake wholesalers—professionals supplying top‑quality rice wine to local eateries—invite you to partake in kakuuchi: sampling from nearly one hundred bottle varieties to discover and compare aromas and flavors side by side. Each sip—from floral daiginjo and crisp junmai to earthy koshu—reveals a unique profile, while friendly shopkeepers share stories of nearby breweries.
After kakuuchi, head to a nearby izakaya to enjoy seasonal small plates paired with its own curated drink list, immersing yourself in Monzen‑Nakacho’s warm community spirit.
After kakuuchi, head to a nearby izakaya to enjoy seasonal small plates paired with its own curated drink list, immersing yourself in Monzen‑Nakacho’s warm community spirit.
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Asakusa Area Sake Tour – Try Many Types in Local Shops with Food
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Includes a total of five drinks. Any additional drinks beyond those five must be paid for separately. Please note that the number of drinks may vary by one, depending on circumstances.
- You’ll be able to enjoy two Japanese small plates. Any additional dishes beyond these will need to be paid for separately.
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Please meet just beyond the ticket gate near Exit B2.
The guide will be holding a white sign that says “viyago”
Meet at the ticket gate for the Tomioka Hachimangu direction (Exits 1 and 2).
The guide will be holding a white sign that says “viyago”
Return details
Please meet just beyond the ticket gate near Exit B2.
The guide will be holding a white sign that says “viyago”
Meet at the ticket gate for the Tomioka Hachimangu direction (Exits 1 and 2).
The guide will be holding a white sign that says “viyago”
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Monzen‑Nakacho serves as the stage for an authentic “shitamachi” experience—Tokyo’s true downtown where tourists are practically nonexistent, making it a hidden gem for anyone craving genuine Japanese cultural immersion. In this neighborhood, you’ll find several sake wholesalers—true professionals supplying top‑quality Japanese rice wine to local restaurants. Here, you can dive into the unique tradition of “kakuuchi,” sampling nearly one hundred varieties to uncover your favorite and compare flavors side by side. Each sip delivers a distinct taste profile—from floral and fruity to earthy and umami‑rich—ensuring endless discovery. Plus, sipping sake in cozy, lantern‑lit alleyway shops alongside friendly locals adds warmth and community. Your guide will also share insider tips on pairing sake with seasonal snacks, enhancing the sensory journey and creating memorable stories.
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Once you’ve discovered your favorite sake at the kakuuchi, head to one of Monzen‑Nakacho’s family‑run izakaya—cozy, off‑the‑beaten‑path spots where seasonal dishes await. In a warm, wooden interior, you’ll enjoy a variety of local small plates crafted by passionate chefs, each paired with expert sake recommendations. Here, you’re welcomed like a neighbor rather than a tourist, allowing you to soak up the genuine shitamachi hospitality and atmosphere.
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Asakusa Area Sake Tour – Try Many Types in Local Shops with Food
$179.92
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!