Private Sacred Sake Tasting inside a Shrine
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Private tour
Highlights
Discover the ancient history of Japanese sake (or rice wine) which dates back to at least 700 AD. Originally only consumed at religious ceremonies, sake was believed to connect individuals to the divine realm. For nearly a millenuim, sake was produced by shrines and temples all over the country. Even now, it is one of the primary offerings to the Shinto gods. Become a part of this rich tradition by tasting the elixir of the Japanese gods in the heart of a Shinto shrine. Learn firsthand the deliciousness of Niigata sake amidst the serene ambiance where tranquility and the essence of the divine converge.
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- 4 types of unique sake for tasting and matching with food
- Delicious appetizers specially chosen to match the sake
What's not
- Transportation fees to/from the event
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will wait for your at the entrance to the shrine. We will have the EDGE OF NIIGATA logo on our cloths. (dark blue/navy and white)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- EDGE OF NIIGATA
- 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
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Japan, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 34% below the median of the 1684 experiences we list in Japan, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 394 of 1684.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Japan, outside the cities
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