Private Sake Experience in Kyoto
– For Companies, Universities, Families and Friends
Learn, Taste, and Connect with Kyoto’s Authentic Sake Culture
— Designed Exclusively for Your Group.
Learn, Taste, and Connect with Kyoto’s Authentic Sake Culture — designed exclusively for your group.
From corporate team-building to academic programs and private celebrations.
Why Kyoto Insider Sake Experience for Private Events?
When planning a private sake experience, trust and reliability matter.
Kyoto Insider Sake Experience has been chosen by organizations and groups from around the world for its expertise, clarity, and consistent quality.
Led by certified sake Expert
30,000+ guests from 80+ countries
Google Rating 5.0 / TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice
Flexible for 8 to 60 guests
Exclusive use of private sake tasting rooms
Trusted by companies, universities, and travel professionals
What Makes Our Private Sake Experience Special
Our private sake experiences are designed to be both fun and educational, guided by certified sake experts who tailor each session to the group’s background and interests.
Guests can choose from multiple program lengths and levels, all conducted in clear, professional English.
Depending on group size and objectives, experiences are hosted in our dedicated tasting spaces Tasting Room 1, Tasting Room 2, or Tasting Room 3, ensuring a calm, focused environment without outside interruptions.
Private Program Options
Option 1 1.5H Sake Tasting Experience – Most Popular
A balanced introduction combining learning, tasting, and interaction.
Taste 7 carefully selected sake
Learn the basics of sake production and tasting
Guided food pairing experience
Recommended for:
Companies, student groups, team-building programs
Option 2 3-Hour Sake Tasting + Brewery Tour – Educational / VIP
A deeper exploration of sake culture and production.
Plan A
Gekkeiken Brewery Tour + Sake Tasting
Up to 12 People
Plan B
Kizakura Brewery Tour + Sake Tasting
Up to 30 People
Museum + brewery visit
Step-by-step explanation of brewing techniques
Taste up to 10 sake, including special selections & Food pairing experience
Recommended for:
Universities, wine professionals, executive or VIP groups
Option 3 Advanced Sake Tasting Experience
An in-depth program for those seeking technical and cultural depth.
Focus on Kimoto, Yamahai, and natural sake & Explanation of fermentation science
Taste up to 10 premium and limited sake
Cultural context: water, soil, regional history
Recommended for:
Universities, sommeliers, wine professionals, high-end groups
Pricing & Customization
Pricing depends on group size, program type, and customization.
| Experience | Insider Sake Brewery Tour | Discover | Sake Tasting | Food Pairing | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 3-Hour Sake Tasting + Gekkeikan Brewery Tour | Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum | Sake Basics + Making Process | 10 kinds | JPY ¥13,500～ (USD $83.46～) Up to 12 People | |
 3-Hour Sake Tasting + Kizakura Brewery Tour | Kizakura Fushimigura | Sake Basics + Making Process | 10 kinds | JPY ¥13,500～ (USD $83.46～) Up to 30 People | |
 1.5-Hour Sake Tasting Experience | Sake Basics | 7 kinds | JPY ¥9,800〜 (USD $60.58〜) Up to 50 People | ||
Advanced Sake Tasting Experience （Duration：1.5〜2 Hours） | Sake Basics + Advanced Sake Insight | 10 kinds (Special sake) | JPY ¥10,800〜 (USD $66.77〜) Up to 50 People | ||
Advanced Sake Tasting Add-on + 30-minute | Advanced Sake Insight | 3 kinds (Special sake) | JPY ¥3,000〜 (USD $18.55〜) Add-on for 1.5h & 3h tour | ||
Advanced Sake Tasting Add-on + 60-minute | Advanced Sake Insight | 6 kinds (Special sake) | JPY ¥5,000〜 (USD $30.91〜) Add-on for 1.5h & 3h tour |
| Experience | 3-Hour Sake Tasting + Gekkeikan Brewery Tour | 3-Hour Sake Tasting + Kizakura Brewery Tour | 1.5-Hour Sake Tasting Experience | Advanced Sake Tasting Experience （Duration：1.5〜2 Hours） |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insider Sake Brewery Tour | Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum | Kizakura Fushimigura | ||
| Discover | Sake Basics + Making Process | Sake Basics + Making Process | Sake Basics | Sake Basics + Advanced Sake Insight |
| Sake Tasting | 10 kinds | 10 kinds | 7 kinds | 10 kinds (Special sake) |
| Food Pairing | ||||
| Price | JPY ¥13,500～ (USD $83.46～) Up to 12 People | JPY ¥13,500～ (USD $83.46～) Up to 30 People | JPY ¥9,800〜 (USD $60.58〜) Up to 50 People | JPY ¥10,800〜 (USD $66.77〜) Up to 50 People |
All programs can be customized.
Please contact us for a detailed quote based on your group’s needs.
Private Sake Tasting Venues
Our experiences take place in dedicated private tasting rooms designed specifically for group programs.
Available equipment includes projector, screen, and microphone for corporate or academic use.
Tasting Room 1 : up to 14 guests
Tasting Room 2 : up to 16 guests
Tasting Room 3 : up to 36 guests
Who This Experience Is Designed For
Companies — team-building, corporate hospitality, incentive programs
Universities — international students, MBA programs, cultural education
Travel Agents — FIT and private group arrangements
Families & Friends — private celebrations and gatherings
Incentive Travel Groups
Sample Experience Flow
A brief welcome and overview of the experience,
including today’s program and tasting approach.
An introduction to the cultural and historical connection
between Kyoto and sake, providing context before tasting begins.
A clear explanation of sake ingredients,
brewing methods, and how to approach tasting with confidence.
A structured tasting led by a certified sake specialist,
comparing styles, aromas, and flavor profiles.
Carefully selected pairings that demonstrate
how sake interacts with food and enhances flavor balance.
An open Q&A session followed by a group photo
to conclude the experience.
FAQ
Request Form
For private group sake tours, please use the form below to inquire about availability and pricing.