No trip to Japan is complete without sampling its local alcoholic beverage—the glorious Sake—and Sake Bar Yoramu in Kyoto is like a heaven for all the lovers of this rice wine. This address has everything from vintage bottles to the freshest of varieties along with a food menu that has local delicacies and international staples. Every single dish is chosen in such a way that it complements the Sake beautifully and not the other way round. The drink is offered by the glass, and for first-timers, there are three tasting sets that cost 1200 Yen.

The owner of this no-fuss establishment is a knowledgeable man who is passionate about Sake and spending an evening at Yoramu is therefore more of a learning experience. The bar is open only at night and morphs into a magnificent Soba place in the afternoons. Do keep in mind that this is a small bar and can seat up to a maximum of 12 people. Try and get there as early as possible in order to score a seat at the counter.