Kyoto Food Culture Sake Matcha Fermentation Discovery Tour
Discover the food culture of Kyoto. Enjoy a modern, healthy lunch at a restaurant specializing in fermented foods. Savor a tasting of three Japanese sakes within a traditional sake brewery. Admire the majestic beauty of the famed Byodoin Temple (Phoenix Hall). Learn the art of preparing and savoring
📍Meeting point: Central Gate of JR Kyoto Station (Infront of JR Ticket office)
Discover the food culture of Kyoto. Enjoy a modern, healthy lunch at a restaurant specializing in fermented foods. Savor a tasting of three Japanese sakes within a traditional sake brewery. Admire the majestic beauty of the famed Byodoin Temple (Phoenix Hall). Learn the art of preparing and savoring matcha at a historic tea shop.
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 45 minKyoto Food Culture Museum Ajiwaikan Dedicated to the history and essence of Kyoto's cuisine, this museum offers detailed exhibitions on culinary heritage and cooking implements. You may also participate in a dashi (broth) tasting experience, if available during your visit.
Stop 2
⏱ 1hKamoshika Lunch & Shopping (60 minutes / Lunch Fee Included) Enjoy a healthy modern lunch at Kamoshika, a restaurant dedicated to fermented foods, and browse a shop full of miso, pickles, and koji-based goodies.
Stop 3
⏱ 45 minAdmission includedFushimi Inari Shrine It is Kyoto's most important Shinto shrine, dedicated to Inari, the god of rice and prosperity. It is globally famous for its spectacular path that winds up the mountain, featuring thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates donated by individuals and businesses.
Stop 4
⏱ 50 minAdmission includedGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum Visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum in Fushimi and sample three varieties of sake in Kyoto’s historic brewing district. Enjoy hearing about episodes and stories related to the history of sake brewing and sake culture there.
Stop 5
⏱ 40 minAdmission includedByodoin Temple (Phoenix Hall) It is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its elegant Phoenix Hall (Hoo-do), an iconic example of Heian period architecture. The hall is featured on the back of the Japanese ¥10 coin and is famous for reflecting beautifully over the surrounding pond. It houses a magnificent statue of Amida Buddha.
Stop 6
⏱ 45 minMitsuboshien Kanbayashi Sannyu Honten Learn the traditional method of preparing authentic Japanese matcha by grinding Uji tea leaves using a stone mill. You will then use a tea whisk to prepare your own cup, which you can enjoy with a sweet treat. This is a relaxed, hands-on experience that allows everyone to connect with the spirit of the tea ceremony tradition.
What’s Included
- ✓English-speaking Guide
- ✓Matcha Experience Fee
- ✓Admission Fee for Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
- ✓Transportation Fees (for Public Transport Plan)
- ✓Vehicle Cost (for Private Car Plan)
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Admission Fee for Byodo-in Temple (Phoenix Hall)
Additional Info
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 🍼Specialized infant seats are available
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
- •You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance.
- •If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
- •You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
- •If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
- •Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.
- •Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
- •The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.
- •Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- •In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- •Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
- •【Private Car】Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
- •【Public Train】This tour utilizes public transportation. Please be aware that seats are not reserved.
- •【Public Train】Public transportation may be subject to delays.
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