🍶 Explore Japan’s Sake Culture at SAKE story, Gotanda, Tokyo

SAKE story is a premium Japanese sake bar & izakaya in Gotanda, Shinagawa, Tokyo — 4 minutes walk from JR Gotanda Station. Our owner Motoki Hashino, Grand Prix winner of the first Mr. SAKE Contest, brings 20+ years of sake expertise to every glass.

Motoki’s journey began as a young actor in his teens, then transformed into a decade of adventure as a food & travel writer — backpacking across Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond, tasting local food and drink in every corner of the world. Those years on the road gave him a deep appreciation for how much culture lives in a single glass. After returning to Japan and running his family’s restaurant, he finally opened SAKE story in his 40s to share that same spirit of discovery — this time through Japan’s extraordinary sake culture.

To all the wonderful people he met during his travels around the world: you are always welcome here. SAKE story is a place where curious visitors, travelers, and sake newcomers are embraced with open arms. No Japanese required — just a love of good food, good drink, and good conversation. 🌍

Oh, and one more thing: Motoki is a devoted cat lover 🐱 — you might just spot a cat or two in the shop’s artwork and decor.

Motoki Hashino, owner of SAKE story in Gotanda Tokyo, wearing traditional kimono
Motoki Hashino — Owner & Grand Prix Winner of the 1st Mr. SAKE Contest. A backpacker, food & travel writer, and lifelong sake lover. Now sharing Japan’s sake culture from his restaurant in Gotanda, Tokyo.

✨ What Makes SAKE story Special

  • Rare Regional Sake: Zankyo (残響), Juyondai (十四代), Nabeshima (鍋島), Aramasa (新政) and more exclusive labels
  • Local Pairing: Seasonal regional cuisine paired with sake from the same region — taste Japan through sake
  • Sake Sommelier on staff: Expert guidance for beginners and enthusiasts alike
  • Original Sake Chart: A unique visual tool to find your perfect sake taste profile

🍽️ Featured Menu

Omakase Kaiseki (Chef’s Course) — ¥6,000/person
Seasonal appetizer · Soup · Assorted delicacies · Sukiyaki Croquette · Saba Confit · Aged Somen Noodles

Horse Sashimi Course — ¥7,500/person
Premium marbled horse sashimi from Kumamoto + full kaiseki

Local Sake Pairing — +¥5,000
Sake curated to match each dish in your course

Elegant Japanese cuisine and sake pairing dishes at SAKE story Gotanda
Seasonal regional cuisine paired with local sake — our signature “Local Pairing” experience
Carefully selected rare Japanese sake bottles at SAKE story — including Zankyo, Juyondai, Nabeshima
A selection of rare regional sake curated by Mr. SAKE award-winning owner

📖 Read More on Note

“A way to enjoy sake beyond just asking for a dry sake” 🍶

Owner Motoki explains the Sake Triangle Chart — his original visual tool to help you discover your perfect sake taste profile. An essential read before your visit.

Read the full article →

📅 Access & Reservations

📍 2F Ando Building, 2-17-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031
🚉 4-min walk from JR Gotanda Station
📞 080-4116-3626

🕐 Mon–Fri: 17:00–24:00 (L.O. 22:00) · Sat (1st & 3rd): 17:00–22:00 · Sun/Holidays: Closed
💳 Cash · VISA · Mastercard · PayPay · JPYC · Non-smoking

Warm and welcoming interior of SAKE story izakaya in Gotanda Tokyo
A warm, intimate atmosphere — perfect for sake exploration with friends, couples, or business dining

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