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Nara: Sake Tasting & Home Party in the Birthplace of Sake
Nara, Nara Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$70
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Dive into the real Japanese drinking culture in Nara, the birthplace of sake — just a 35-40 min train ride from Kyoto or Osaka. Hosted by a friendly local couple (Mune & Hitomi) at their 70-year-old typical Japanese home, this isn't just a tasting—it's an authentic "Nomikai" (home party).
・Taste: Discover your favorite flavor with a complimentary sake tasting flight using our unique "Sake Matrix."
・Learn: Take a fun quiz about Japanese drinking habits and history.
・Experience: Join a guided "Konbini Adventure" to explore the 4 zones of Japanese convenience store snacks.
・Connect: Relax, chat, and drink with locals in a warm, family-like atmosphere.
・Taste: Discover your favorite flavor with a complimentary sake tasting flight using our unique "Sake Matrix."
・Learn: Take a fun quiz about Japanese drinking habits and history.
・Experience: Join a guided "Konbini Adventure" to explore the 4 zones of Japanese convenience store snacks.
・Connect: Relax, chat, and drink with locals in a warm, family-like atmosphere.
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Nara: Sake Tasting & Home Party in the Birthplace of Sake
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- No charge for sake and light meals served during the ”Lecture / Cultural Insights” session.
- ood and beverage expenses for the ”Host's Sake Tasting Hospitality” program. You will need to purchase these items yourself at a convenience store.
Meeting point
Proceed along Ōmiya-dōri, pass under the elevated railway line, then turn right.
The house with a nameplate reading “minami” and a green cone placed at the entrance is the venue.
Return details
Proceed along Ōmiya-dōri, pass under the elevated railway line, then turn right.
The house with a nameplate reading “minami” and a green cone placed at the entrance is the venue.
Itinerary
■Stop 1: Welcome & Cultural Insights at ALE House
Start at our 70-year-old traditional home near the station.
・Ice-breaking: Meet your hosts, Mune (UK Tourism Master’s holder) and Hitomi, for a relaxed chat.
・The "Real" Japan Quiz: Kick off with a fun interactive quiz to uncover the truth about Japanese alcohol culture and "Nomikai" norms.
■Stop 2: Sake Tasting Flight (Birthplace of Sake)
Nara is the birthplace of refined sake. Enjoy a complimentary tasting:
・Find Your Match: Use our "Sake Matrix" (Dry/Sweet, Bold/Light) to compare brands and find your preference.
・Perfect Pairings: Try unique snacks like "Narazuke" (pickles) with Cream Cheese—a delicious local combination.
■Stop 3: The "Konbini Challenge" Adventure
Experience a Japanese must-do: the Convenience Store run! We turn shopping into a treasure hunt as your hosts guide you through the "4 Zones of Konbini Snacks".
■Stop 4: Authentic Home Party "Nomikai"
Back at the house, say "Kanpai!" and enjoy the party. Ask us anything—from hidden spots to daily life—while enjoying your drinks. We’ll capture memories with group photos.
■Stop 1: Welcome & Cultural Insights at ALE House
Start at our 70-year-old traditional home near the station.
・Ice-breaking: Meet your hosts, Mune (UK Tourism Master’s holder) and Hitomi, for a relaxed chat.
・The "Real" Japan Quiz: Kick off with a fun interactive quiz to uncover the truth about Japanese alcohol culture and "Nomikai" norms.
■Stop 2: Sake Tasting Flight (Birthplace of Sake)
Nara is the birthplace of refined sake. Enjoy a complimentary tasting:
・Find Your Match: Use our "Sake Matrix" (Dry/Sweet, Bold/Light) to compare brands and find your preference.
・Perfect Pairings: Try unique snacks like "Narazuke" (pickles) with Cream Cheese—a delicious local combination.
■Stop 3: The "Konbini Challenge" Adventure
Experience a Japanese must-do: the Convenience Store run! We turn shopping into a treasure hunt as your hosts guide you through the "4 Zones of Konbini Snacks".
■Stop 4: Authentic Home Party "Nomikai"
Back at the house, say "Kanpai!" and enjoy the party. Ask us anything—from hidden spots to daily life—while enjoying your drinks. We’ll capture memories with group photos.
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Nara: Sake Tasting & Home Party in the Birthplace of Sake
Nara, Nara Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$70
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
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!