Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku
Overview
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2 hours
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Explore the delightful world of sake in a hands-on workshop that combines tasting with traditional Japanese cuisine. Guided by a bilingual expert, you'll grasp the nuances of sake tasting, from aroma appreciation to temperature effects on flavor. Savor a carefully curated meal featuring chicken nanban, miso butter dishes, and rich sea urchin croquettes, each paired with four distinctive sakes. With an all-you-can-drink selection of 20 sakes alongside beer and soft drinks, indulge your palate at your own pace. This interactive experience not only deepens your understanding of sake but also enriches your culinary journey through Japan's vibrant food culture.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
・Sake Fundamentals: Transform into a pro taster before dining. Master the essential "Kanpai" etiquette and learn how temperature shifts—warm versus cold—dramatically alter the flavor profile of the rice. ・Savory Pairings: Dive into a guided flight matching crisp sakes with tangy Chicken Nanban and rich brews with Miso-Butter dishes. Your guide explains the "why," helping you detect how specific sakes enhance the food. ・Creamy & Sweet (30m): Savor the texture of soft Nigori sake paired with Sea Urchin Cream Croquettes. Conclude with a crispy Fried Vanilla Taiyaki matched with a sweet sake for a perfect culinary finale. ・Unlimited Access: Enjoy full access to an All-You-Can-Drink menu of 20 sakes. Explore various brands, beers, or highballs at your own pace while learning to read Japanese labels for future travels. [Note] Includes Course Dinner (Chicken Nanban, Croquettes, Taiyaki, etc.) and All-You-Can-Drink Plan with a 4-sake flight.
Sample Menu
main
chicken nanban with a tangy sweet sauce
main
a savory miso-and-butter dish
starter
a rich sea urchin cream croquette
starter
and a vegetable set served with three kinds of miso
dessert
finish with crispy-on-the-outside, creamy-on-the-inside fried vanilla taiyaki
What‘s Included
Sake tasting / Special course meal
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Sake Pairing Workshop with Japanese Food in Shinjuku
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Fearless26031795045,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anika was very knowledgeable in all sakes and was great company! Food was delicious and came out quick. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Shinjuku!
Best time Sake event
E6146XEmichaelm,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing people!!!!! We had the best time here in Japan!!! This was best event we ever did!
Sake Awesome
U1618NJamyn,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kocei was absolutely WONDERFUL. Made us feel like family. Good food, good sake, good company. Highly recommend! If I was staying longer, I’d do this again!
Really fun experience to go through sake tasting
J6430ZSracheld,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great sake tasting experience, hosts are very knowledgeable and friendly
A must do activity with amazing hosts!
P8776DQjennyw,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sake pairing and meal in Shinjuku is a must!!!! Thank you to Kosei and Yo for their wonderful knowledge and a truly memorable evening.
Sake tasting in Tokyo
leannek664,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing private sake tasting. Wonderful education on the different types of sake. Would definitely recommend and book again.
Awesome Sake Experience in Shinjuku
Ben H,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our sake tasting workshop was absolutely incredible. Our guide Anika explained the history and varieties of sake, and took us through the best options for pairing with different food. We had an awesome time, and we would definitely do another tour or workshop with Alva Japan. A massive thank you to Anika for being such a friendly and knowledgeable guide. She even walked us around the neighborhood and explained some of the local history. 10/10 experience
Fantastic Sake Experience
Q4793WSbenh,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely awesome time on our Sake Workshop hosted by Anika. She was super friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of sake, and she took us through the different food and sake options with expertise. We had a fantastic evening and we would absolutely love to do another workshop with Alva Japan. Massive thank you to Anika for her amazing guide skills and knowledge. She made it a really fun evening.
Sake and lots of fun
K7932GKjohnl,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife Erica and I booked the Sake Pairing Workshop in Shinjuku for our wedding anniversary, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip to Tokyo. From the moment we arrived, the hosts made us feel completely at home — warm, friendly, and full of personality. We shared plenty of laughs throughout the evening, which gave the experience such a fun and relaxed energy. Our guides, Anika and Kosei, was fantastic — knowledgeable without ever being too formal. She explained the different types of sake, how each one is made, and how to match them with Japanese dishes in a way that was easy to follow and genuinely interesting. What we loved most was how authentic yet laid-back the whole night felt. It wasn’t a stiff tasting session — it was more like sitting around a table with friends, enjoying great food, drinks, and conversation. The setting in Shinjuku added to the charm, tucked away but full of local character.
From ¥11,300
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