I heard that a bar where you can enjoy a lot of sake has opened in the basement of Shibuya Parco. I went to check it out: "Mirai Nihon Saketen & SAKEBAR." The basement of Shibuya Parco is a restaurant area filled with many intriguing places! The entrance is stylish, not what you would expect from a sake bar. The main area is standing room, but there are a few small tables as well. Here, you can enjoy over 120 types of sake for a 60-minute all-you-can-drink deal for just 2000 yen. There is so much sake that it would be impossible to drink it all! This is an irresistible space for sake lovers! Inside the refrigerator, there is a line-up of Kubota sake, which is included in the all-you-can-drink offer as well! It sounds fun to go with a few friends and compare different sakes together. So, let's start drinking! The food consisted mainly of snacks. I can't quite remember which sakes I had, so please take a look at the photos! The snacks included hijiki and egg salad, non-fried beef katsu, and grilled fish. These paired perfectly with the sake. There were also some striking sakes. Since it's an all-you-can-drink, it's easy to try something new! I haven't done much standing drinking before, but it turned out to be quite enjoyable. It’s easy to go grab more sake when you want. I recommend this place if you want to drink a lot of sake and have a good time. Thank you for the meal!

This is my first time posting, but I've returned for a visit. This place has a great selection ranging from classic brands to craft sake, making it a fun experience with plenty of variety. Being located in Shibuya Parco, it's a wonderful oasis. If you consult with the manager, Sui, while doing a comparative tasting, your enjoyment of sake is sure to increase!

You can enjoy unlimited drinks of various Japanese sakes, including Kubota! The staff provides explanations about the sake, making it really fun and making you want to drink more and more. Of course, the snacks are also delicious! I was able to buy two bottles of craft sake to take home after finishing my meal. It’s the perfect place to drink and enjoy before heading home from Shibuya PARCO!

Located on the basement level of Shibuya PARCO, this is a paradise for sake lovers, offering all-you-can-drink options, tastings, and drinks by the individual glass, allowing you to choose according to your mood. Sponsored by Kubota Sake Brewery, they have a nearly complete selection of their sakes. The remaining selection includes rare and craft sakes from various regions, making it a lot of fun to explore. The appetizers they offer pair well without overpowering the drinks, which is a nice touch. I ordered Minase and Nishikigoi sakes. I learned that Minase is produced by Miyoshino Sake Brewery, famous for its Hanabata brand. It’s a yamahai sake, with a strong acidity that isn't overwhelming and has a slight sweetness, making it very easy to drink and quite delicious. Nishikigoi was a sake I had wanted to try for a while, and it turned out to be surprisingly mild and refreshing. For the appetizer, I had Kanazawa's local specialty, marinated mackerel, which was slightly fermented and paired well with the sake. It was so good that I decided to purchase a bottle of Minase to take home. It seems that if you find a sake you really like, you can buy it to take away if you have the means. This place is great; I’m very satisfied. By the way, if you show your ticket to the PARCO theater, you can get a 10% discount, so definitely stop by after enjoying a show!

A Japanese sake bar that is guaranteed to be enjoyable for both enthusiasts and those who aren't very knowledgeable! They have an excellent selection, ranging from rare labels to craft sake, and the suggestions from the owner, Sui, are outstanding. Having earned my sake diploma and studied sake, I can truly appreciate the precision of the recommendations. Not only does Sui have great knowledge, but his love for sake shines through. While some people still try to impose their preferences and act like connoisseurs, the essence of sake is that it’s a free-spirited drink. Sake continues to evolve and offers so much variety that I want more people to try it. If you visit here, you’re sure to fall in love with sake!

A long-awaited visit. The lineup of the prestigious Kubota sake is truly unbelievable at this price. It’s hard to believe. This is being sold by Mirai Nihon Shoten. They have over 120 kinds of sake, liqueurs, and amazake available for generous tasting. The course fee is 2,970 yen (tax included), but there is a one-hour limit. The large cellar next to the register inside the store is impressive; all the products are available for tasting. Customers can take drinks from the cellar and pour their preferred amounts into their glasses. Perhaps due to word-of-mouth on social media, most of the customers at the counter were foreigners, making it a paradise for sake lovers. Since I like Kubota, I selected it individually, and the snack options were quite reasonably priced. - Kubota Junmai Ginjo: 500 yen - Kubota Heijyu: 500 yen - Salmon salted fish guts: 500 yen - Taiwanese menma: 500 yen - Aosa nuts: 500 yen

I participated in a course where we tasted 1 to 10 types of sake in order and evaluated them. In the second half, we moved on to stronger flavors like aged sake and doburoku, which gradually became more pronounced. However, the sake in the first half wasn't necessarily easy to drink either; it had an overall unappealing taste and a sense of oxidation. I was generally satisfied with the results, but it’s not a place I would visit repeatedly.

● The access to the building on B1F of Access Parco is good, but the underground bar area can be somewhat complex. However, it's not too difficult to navigate, and the interior is easily visible from outside the noren (traditional Japanese curtain), making it straightforward to find. ● The highlight of the menu is definitely the sake tasting options. They help you determine your preferences through reviews. In the end, you get to enjoy a recommended sake, which pairs well with your choice of snacks. Since I'm not someone who drinks a lot of sake, I might want to explore different brands when I have the chance to rediscover what I like.

After having a meal, head to Parco Basement! There’s a sake bar that features a lineup focused on Kubota, but there are various types available to enjoy. The snacks, including cheese and nuts, are perfect for a post-meal drink. There’s also an all-you-can-drink option, so if you’re looking to indulge, go for it! There are many foreigners here, and everyone is having a great time!

【Purpose】A fun place for date nights and everyday use for sake lovers. 【Pros】We had an all-you-can-drink course with a wide variety of beverages available, including many that are not commonly found in stores. There were lots of options that you can only enjoy here. 【Cons】It's located in the basement of Parco in Shibuya, so it's a bit of a walk from the station. 【Other】

Today's meeting location choice. It's a place where you can casually drop in, and they have some snacks available, making it ideal for a sake bar. It's not really a place for a full meal, so it's best suited for when you just want to enjoy a few glasses of sake.

It seems the all-you-can-drink price has increased by 500 yen recently. I chose the option of 3 drinks for 1000 yen, all of which were dry and handpicked by some younger patrons, who definitely have good taste. While I didn’t discover any new personal favorites, it might be a good place for gradual tasting. However, there weren't many well-known brands to choose from.

A stylish sake bar, located underground at Shibuya PARCO, called CHAOS KITCHEN. In the basement restaurant floor, various shops come together, with a hint of Showa-era nostalgia. It's always bustling with a large crowd of young people. Among them is a sleek and modern establishment, Future Japan Sake Bar, which is essentially a KUBOTA SAKE BAR. They also offer a taste evaluation service using artificial intelligence called YUMMY SAKE. However, personally, I find it difficult for AI to determine preferences. Human perception of taste and aroma isn't that simple, especially when it comes to alcohol, which goes far beyond just the five senses. I conclude that it’s best to enjoy KUBOTA purely and without overthinking it. - KUBOTA Sake Tasting Set (3 types) - ¥1,100 - KUBOTA Suiju - KUBOTA Junmai Daiginjo - KUBOTA Manshu - Cream Cheese Miso Marinade - ¥500 - Mixed Nuts - ¥800 - Smoked Nuts - Matcha Nuts - Cajun Nuts - Tom Yum Nuts

The 1-hour drink-all-you-can option is 2500 yen, while the 2-hour option is 4000 yen. Individual drinks cost about 500-700 yen, but only light snacks are available. The all-you-can-drink sake option is not exceptionally cheap, but it's in a good location, you can enjoy various types of sake, and purchasing is also possible, making it a decent choice overall.

True to its name, this place offers a rich variety of sake. Just listening to the staff's explanations about the drinks is a lot of fun. Every dish is delicious, especially the marinated items and the cheese made from sake lees, which are simply excellent. However, the portion sizes are small for each dish. It's more about enjoying sake with small bites rather than having a hearty meal. I added extra cheese to my order. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also very inviting, making you want to stay for a long time.

Niigata, and indeed Japan, is home to renowned sake. Kubota and Edo Kiriko are featured prominently. Kubota is a sake that shines like a constellation of distinguished brews. Niigata, known for its exceptional sake, is a competitive arena where various regions vie for supremacy. Among them, Kubota stands out as the representative of the clean and dry style, especially the pinnacle varieties, Juyon and Suishu, which are highly coveted by sake enthusiasts (Asahi Shuzo). This venue offers a rare opportunity to sample the giant of Kubota at an affordable price. It is a truly exquisite sake bar, beautifully adorned with stylish and stunning Edo Kiriko glassware, making it a luxurious experience. Amidst the chaos, miracles can exist, akin to a gentle breeze blowing in a barren wilderness. Various recommended menu items are available, including a tasting set of three different kinds of sake—Daiginjo, standard, and the contrasting ones. The options are thoughtfully crafted, allowing visitors to experience Kubota's charm with each visit. Notably, you can enjoy the unfiltered raw sake of Manju at this price. It’s a dream come true with the exquisite Kiriko glasses—simply irresistible. ● Sake Pairings Chicken Skin Lemon Chips: 500 yen Marinated Mackerel: 600 yen ○ Recommended Sake Menu Kubota Daiginjo Sake Tasting: 1,100 yen Aoi Ju, Junmai Daiginjo, Manju ○ Kubota Manju Unfiltered Raw Sake (glass): 1,100 yen A wonderfully rich and aromatic experience—1,100 yen is just fantastic!

I went to a sake tasting place in Shibuya that has a store in Kichijoji as well. I had seen it there briefly, and was curious to check it out. However, I encountered a problem: I don't really have a favorite among Kubota's sake, and I couldn't find one that I genuinely thought was great, which made it difficult to get an accurate judgment from the AI. It was quite disappointing. Nevertheless, the selection of sake apart from Kubota was extensive, and I really enjoyed that!

A paradise where you can enjoy a variety of sake, from pure Japanese sake to sake cocktails. There's even a tasting service that uses AI to help determine your sake preferences, making it incredibly fun. Since Valentine's Day is coming up, we tried sake infused with cacao essence, paired with sake kasu tiramisu as a snack. The combination was delightful! The tiramisu wasn't overly sweet and had a taste reminiscent of cream cheese. Topped with the subtly bitter cacao sake, it created a perfect pairing! You might call it the Disneyland of sake. I highly recommend visiting!

I originally intended to order a set of three types of sake for 1,000 yen, but it turned out to be 2,200 yen. Since there are some sake varieties not included in the 1,000 yen set, I’ll make sure everyone is careful when ordering. Of course, the sake was delicious. Yes, it was delicious.

As a sake lover, this place was perfect for me. You can enjoy sake paired with various snacks. Occasionally, representatives from sake breweries visit, and you can hear directly from them. This time, I tried sake and snacks from Hakurei Brewery. The water in Kyoto is delicious, and all the sake is good, but Hakurei's sake stood out. It had a subtle effervescence and a complexity that was delightful. Thank you very much!

Diving into a trending sake spot for the first time! At "Mirai Nihon Sake-ten & KUBOTA SAKE BAR" located in the basement of Shibuya PARCO. It seems that Asahi Shuzo from my hometown, Nagaoka, is sponsoring this place. They have an enormous noren (a traditional fabric divider) displaying "Kubota"! Tonight's goal is to try out the "Yummy Sake" program that analyzes your sake preferences using AI. I opened the app on my smartphone and entered the provided code (I assume this code changes based on the selection of sake for tasting). While tasting ten different kinds of sake, I checked how much I liked each one on my phone, from 1 to 5 hearts. And my Yummy Type is… "Kyun Kyun"! Kyun Kyun?! (laughs) According to the comments, it features "tropical aroma" and "the balance of isoamyl acetate with ginjo fragrance." I see! (laughs) I actually like those bold and unique types! Besides "Kyun Kyun," there are other types like… Awawa, Surusuru, Torotoro, Sharashara, Howahowa, Byunbyun, Patapata, Kurunkurun, Puripuri, Yawawawa, and Yorayura. Patapata? Kurunkurun? Byunbyun?? I wonder how these describe different types of sake! (laughs) Once the tasting is done, the app provides the results. I was served a glass of sake that matched my "Kyun Kyun" type: "Kubota Koju." I don't think it has a very high ginjo fragrance, but that's probably relative to other Kubota options. By the way, this "YUMMY SAKE" program (AI taste diagnosis service) along with a glass of the onomatopoeic sake that matches the diagnosis costs 2,000 yen. It’s worth trying at least once for a conversation starter! How about it? ^^