Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions before joining SAKE DESIGN LAB.
Can I join without any knowledge of sake?
Yes. No knowledge is needed. This experience is all about enjoying sake, and our staff will guide you through each step.
Can I join on my own?
Yes, solo guests are welcome.
How long does the experience take?
The whole experience takes 70 minutes. Check-in opens 10 minutes before the start time.
How do I enjoy my finished blend?
You taste it on the spot during the experience, together with creative Japanese small plates.
Can I take my blend home or buy it?
No. At this time, blended sake is not available for purchase and cannot be taken home.
What is the Taste Card?
It is a record that lets you look back on your blending experience. It appears on your own screen at the end of the experience, and you can save it as an image. There is no paper card.
Can I join in English?
Yes. The experience is offered in Japanese and English. The session is led in Japanese, and a translation system shows English subtitles on a tablet at your table. If you’d prefer to listen, you can also hear the English audio on your own smartphone with Bluetooth earphones. English materials are also available. Sessions are not divided by language, so Japanese- and English-speaking guests take part together.
What should I bring?
Please bring your smartphone. Your Taste Card, the record of your experience, is created on your own smartphone. If you’d like to listen to the English audio, please also bring Bluetooth earphones.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Cancellations made by guests are non-refundable. To change or cancel your booking, please contact us by email (sdl@adwork-grp.co.jp) or through the contact form; we do not accept changes or cancellations by phone. Changes to your session date or time are accepted up to 2 days before your session date, subject to availability, and only once per booking. If we cancel a session due to severe weather or similar circumstances, we will refund the full amount.
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