Sake Brewery Tour
Imayo Tsukasa Sake Brewery, founded 1767
Niigata boasts more sake breweries than any other prefecture in Japan. As the brewery nearest Niigata Station, we feel a responsibility as the gateway to Niigata sake.
1A Walkable Distance from Niigata Station
![A Walkable Distance from Niigata Station](https://imayotsukasa.co.jp/wp-content/themes/imayotsukasa210831/images/page/brewery/re/bre_img_01.jpg)
It’s the closest brewery to Niigata Station, at only about a 15-minute walk.
2Just Beyond the Curtain is the Real, Operational Brewery
![Just Beyond the Curtain is the Real, Operational Brewery](https://imayotsukasa.co.jp/wp-content/themes/imayotsukasa210831/images/page/brewery/re/bre_img_02.jpg)
The tour begins here. We hope you enjoy the charm and history of our brewery.
3Kind, Easy to Understand Guides
![Kind, Easy to Understand Guides](https://imayotsukasa.co.jp/wp-content/themes/imayotsukasa210831/images/page/brewery/re/bre_img_03.jpg)
The guides not only explain the sake-making process, they share the history of the local area.
4Time Warp Back to “Old Japan”
![Time Warp Back to “Old Japan](https://imayotsukasa.co.jp/wp-content/themes/imayotsukasa210831/images/page/brewery/re/bre_img_04.jpg)
Experience the way sake was made long, long ago. Signs, tools, and other reminders of the past are on display.
5Take Home the Feeling of Becoming a Sake Brewer for a Day
![Take Home the Feeling of Becoming a Sake Brewer for a Day](https://imayotsukasa.co.jp/wp-content/themes/imayotsukasa210831/images/page/brewery/re/bre_img_05.jpg)
Take pictures wearing traditional Japanese garb, and holding sake making tools. We want everyone to be an Imayo Tsukasa brewer.
Tour Reservations
Tour Information
Japanese Brewery Tour:Free
Japanese speaker guides the tour
English brochure and English guide movie are available
Tours take place every day (closed from 31 Dec to 3 Jan)
Check the entry time on the booking page
Reservation required
Each tour lasts for 30 minutes
Each tour has a capacity of 15 people
Parking:Free parking available
English Brewery Tour:400JPY/adult
English speaker guides the tour
Tours take place Monday to Friday at 14:00
Reservation required RESERVE NOW
Each tour lasts for 30 minutes
Each tour has a capacity of 15 people
Parking:Free parking available
For group tour 16 to 30 people:400JPY/adult
Japanese speaker guides the tour (English speaker is negotiable)
English brochure and English guide movie are available
Reservation required by 2days before the day, please call us for details +81 25 245 3231.
Tours take place every day (closed from 31 Dec to 3 Jan)
Entry time at 10:30, 11:30, 13:30 and 14:30 (4 times/day)
Parking:Free parking available
From Niigata Station
On Foot: | A 15-minute walk to the brewery from Niigata Station Bandai Exit(万代口). You can visit the Tourist Information Center near the station exit for a map and instructions. |
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Bus: | A 7-minute bus ride to the brewery from Niigata Station Bandai Exit(万代口). You can ride the bus from bus stop 12 at the Bandai Exit bus station. Enjoy a short ride through downtown Niigata. Get off at the 3rd stop, “Nuttari Hakusan(沼垂白山)”. From there, it is a short 3-minute walk to the brewery. |
Car: | A 5-minute taxi ride to the brewery from Niigata Station Bandai Exit. The taxi pick-up location is immediately outside the Bandai Exit. |
1-1 Kagamigaoka Chuo-ku Niigata City JAPAN 950-0074
TEL 025-245-0325/ FAX 025-245-3233
OPEN:9:00AM , CLOSE:5:00PM(except New Years Holiday)