Shinobu our guide was so sweet and a delightful man to spend the afternoon with! He even had a few bottles of sake to enjoy while on the train between breweries. He was very passionate! We really enjoyed the second brewery, Matsui Sake brewery where we were able to see the production area and have a large tasting of aged fresh unpasteurized sales.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re very happy to hear that you had such a wonderful afternoon with Shinobu and enjoyed his passion for sake.
It’s great to know that Matsui Sake Brewery was a highlight and that you enjoyed seeing the production area and tasting such a variety of sake.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back someday!
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R6992ISandyj
December 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Kyoto Sake tour
Despite it being a wet rainy day the tour was a great experience our guide spoke English well and was very knowledgeable about both the breweries and sake it self . Hiroman ( our guide) treated us well and every brewery was pleased to see us . I recommend this tour .
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for joining our tour and for your kind and thoughtful review!
We’re truly happy to hear that, even on a rainy day, you still had a wonderful time.
Our team of guides is made up of passionate professionals who love sake and Japanese culture. Many of us hold certifications such as Sake Sommeliers and National Licensed Guides, and we are always striving to improve.
But more than anything, our greatest joy is providing warm hospitality and creating memorable experiences for every guest.
We truly appreciate your words and hope to welcome you again on another tour someday! Kampai🍶!!
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Vianey_A
July 12, 2025 · via Viator
Excellent tour. I highly recommend it
Shinobu was our guide and was very friendly and punctual. It was very hot and Shinobu gave us a cold drink and a towel. We really enjoyed the explanation. Shinobu knows a lot about Sake and always answered all questions and doubts.
I highly recommend this tour.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We’re so glad to hear you had a great time with Shinobu during the tour in Kyoto.
We truly appreciate your warm words about him sake knowledge and thoughtful explanations — it means a lot to us.
We’d love to welcome you again on another tour, perhaps in Nara, Kobe, or Nishinomiya next time! Kampai🍶!!
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Parish_H
June 2, 2025 · via Viator
Good times with history of sake and tasting
Very informative guide that walked us through sake brewery and relaxing atmosphere with good sake. Even Better if you like sake
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your review!
We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and learned more about sake during the tour.
It’s true — if you love sake, this experience becomes even more special!
We’d love to welcome you again on a tour in Kyoto, Nara, or Nishinomiya as well! Kampai🍶!!
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Mark_T
May 24, 2025 · via Viator
Prefect day out in Kyoto on a rainy day!
Great guide and trip. The guide's knowledge of sake was impeccable. We picked this trip to coincide with a rainy day in Kyoto and it was the perfect thing to do in such weather.
Highly recommend!
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We’re so glad you found the tour enjoyable — even on a rainy day in Kyoto.
Our guide will be happy to hear that their sake knowledge made a great impression.
Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again in Kobe, Nara, or Nishinomiya! Kampai🍶!!
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Nancy_B
April 25, 2025 · via Viator
Great sake tour!
Seigo was an excellent host. Very knowledgeable and personable. Great sense of humor. Very good English. The small size of our group (5 people) allowed a wide ranging and intimate conversation. The stops were informative with a mix of old and new sites. Lots of opportunities to try different sake.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with Seigo. He will be very happy to know that his humor, knowledge, and warm personality made the experience even more enjoyable for you. The small group setting definitely allows for deeper conversations and a more personal touch. We’re also glad you appreciated the variety of sake and the mix of traditional and modern stops.
In addition to Kyoto, we also offer tours in Kobe, Nishinomiya, and Nara—each with its own unique sake culture and charm. We hope to welcome you again on another tour! Kampai🍶!!
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eeway14
April 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Sake with Shinobu!
Fantastic outing with Kampai Sake Tours. Unbeknownst to us, we booked on the day of the Cherry Blossom Festival. This made the brewery area super busy but that did not deter our wonderful guide Shinobu from creating a memorable experience! Shinobu is one of the sweetest people you will meet and has a love of Sake that shines through. He will answer all your questions (we had many) and will go over and above to give you an authentic perspective. If only we could take Shinobu on the rest of our trip! Highly recommend!!
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartwarming review! We're truly happy to hear that you had a fantastic time with Shinobu, even during the busy Cherry Blossom Festival. His passion for sake and hospitality always shine through, and we're so glad it made your experience memorable.
Your kind words mean a lot to our team—and I'm sure Shinobu would love to join you on the rest of your trip if he could! We hope you’ll visit us again someday for another unforgettable sake adventure. Kampai! 🌸🍶
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Marsha_C
October 27, 2024 · via Viator
Amazing time with our guides
What a great time. Our guides TaM and Aya were very friendly and made the experience so much fun. Definitely would recommend them.
事業者からの返答
"Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour. Providing a memorable experience for our guests is always our top priority.
We hope to welcome you back again soon!"
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brentvoyage
October 9, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Great sake tasting experience in Kyoto
My wife and I booked this tour with two other friends and had a great time. We all enjoy sake, but were not very knowledgeable about it. This was the first time we were able to try so many and compare them. It was a really fun way to both explore a less touristy part of Kyoto and taste a lot of really good sake. Karen was a great guide, spoke excellent English, and helped us pick some tasty new foods to try after the tour.
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courtneyhT5772ZV
September 25, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Great Experience, Super fun tour guide!
We had Seigo as our tour guide and he was phenomenal! He was super friendly and informative! He guided us through the Fushimi Sake District and taught us more than any of us were expecting to learn! He went above and beyond! We highly highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in not only trying Sake but learning about the making of it, the history and culture of Kyoto and the hand it plays in the history of Sake!
