Sake · Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum

Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum (Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation recommended. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: JPY 600 (20+), JPY 100 (13-19), free (12 and under). Cashless only..

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A museum on Fushimi sake history and Gekkeikan. Admission for ages 20+ includes tasting three sakes.

Exterior of the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum — Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum (Fushimi, Kyoto)
Photo: 663highland / CC BY 2.5 ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

How to visit

Location: Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Address: 京都府京都市伏見区南浜町247番地
Booking: Reservation recommended
Guidance in English: Check the official site
Fee: JPY 600 (20+), JPY 100 (13-19), free (12 and under). Cashless only.

Good to know

About 40-60 minutes. No guide is provided; a free in-museum guide works on your own phone.
Online booking is recommended for priority entry (2 weeks ahead 9:30 until 16:30 the day before). Walk-ins may wait or be turned away when full.
Three tastings from about 10 seasonal sakes. Not available to drivers, under-20s, or pregnant or nursing visitors.
Open 9:30-16:30 (last entry 16:00). Closed Aug 13-16, Dec 28 - Jan 4 and temporary days. Hours change on Nov 7, 10 and 20.
Groups are limited to 12; groups of 13+ are currently not accepted.

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You must be 20 or over to drink in Japan. If you are driving, you cannot taste. Opening days, fees and booking details may change. Check the official site for the latest information before you visit.

Photos

The Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum at night — Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum (Fushimi, Kyoto)
Photo: 663highland / CC BY 2.5 ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

The Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum building — Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum (Fushimi, Kyoto)
Photo: 663highland / CC BY 2.5 ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum?

A reservation is recommended.

Is guidance in English available at Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum?

We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.

How much does a visit to Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum cost?

Fee: JPY 600 (20+), JPY 100 (13-19), free (12 and under). Cashless only..

Can I take part in a tasting if I'm driving?

The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. If you are driving you cannot taste. Use public transport or a taxi, or let someone who is not drinking drive.

Information sources

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Checked 2026-10-27

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