Private Old Port Town and Ultimate Sake Tasting

Fushimi, originally meaning "underground water," is celebrated for its natural springs, which are crucial to the district's fame and are ideal for crafting sake. This makes Fushimi a renowned hub for distinguished sake breweries. Join your friendly guide as they share tales of Fushimi's past as an old port town while guiding you through the area.
Visit the Gekkeikan Sake Brewery, one of the world's leading sake producers, where you can explore tools and artifacts that highlight traditional sake-making methods.
Next, stop by the Kizakura Kappa Museum and Brewery, famous for its whimsical commercials featuring kappa, mythical creatures from Japanese folklore. Here, you'll enjoy exhibits with dioramas illustrating the sake-making process before heading to Fushimi Sake Village for a tasting of 18 different varieties of sake.
Your journey continues to the Shotengai Covered Market, where you can browse various shops and local wares. Finally, visit Gokonomiya Shrine, known for its pure spring water, where brewers have historically come to pray for improved products. As you explore the sacred grounds, take in the beautiful Momoyama-style architecture and intricate wood carvings that adorn the shrine.
Duration: 3 hours