Tokyo: Sake Pairing Workshop & Course Meal (Shinjuku)

【Itinerary】

1. Sake Fundamentals & The Art of the Toast
Your journey begins with an immersive introduction to the world of Nihonshu. Before the food arrives, your bilingual guide will transform you from a casual drinker into a knowledgeable taster, explaining the critical roles of rice, yeast, and fermentation.

・Cultural Insight: Master the essential etiquette of Japanese drinking, including the proper way to pour for others and the deep cultural meaning behind the "Kanpai" toast.

・The Learning: Learn the basics of tasting, specifically how to appreciate complex aromas and how temperature changes—warm vs. cold—can completely alter a sake's flavor profile.

2. The Pairing Dinner & Guided Flight
Dive into a multi-course meal designed to highlight Japanese textures and flavors, accompanied by a guided "flight" of 4 distinct sakes. Your guide will explain the "why" behind each match, helping you detect how specific sakes enhance specific dishes.

・The Taste: Experience four curated pairings:

・Crisp & Clean Sake: Cuts through the richness of fried dishes like tangy Chicken Nanban.

Rich Sake: Enhances the savory depth of the Miso-and-Butter dish.

・Soft Nigori (Cloudy) Sake: Perfectly complements creamy textures like the Sea Urchin Cream Croquette and fava beans.

・Sweet Sake: A finale paired with spicy notes and dessert.

・The Freedom: In addition to the guided flight, you have full access to an All-You-Can-Drink menu for the duration. Explore 20 different kinds of sake, plus beer, highballs, and soft drinks at your own pace.

3. Sweet Finales & Insider Skills
Conclude your culinary adventure with a unique dessert pairing: a hot, Fried Vanilla Taiyaki (fish-shaped cake)—crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside—matched with the sweet sake.

・Guide’s Value: As you finish your meal, the guide will teach you practical skills: how to read Japanese sake labels and choose the right glassware.

・Take Home a Memory: You will leave with personalized recommendations and the confidence to navigate sake menus at restaurants and bottle shops anywhere in the world.
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Important Note on Inclusions: The cost for the Course Dinner (Chicken Nanban, Miso/Butter dish, Urchin Croquette, Vegetable Set, Taiyaki) and the All-You-Can-Drink Plan (including the 4-sake guided flight) are included in the tour price.