Visiting Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery in Niigata
This time, I’d like to introduce the sake brewery tour at Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery, located in Niigata Prefecture.
In this article, I’ll share my experience from the brewery tour and sake tasting session I attended in November 2024.
Since Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery is within walking distance from Niigata Station, it’s a great place to visit when exploring Niigata!
About the Brewery
Founded in 1767, Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery boasts a long and rich history.
It is well known for:
・Sake with a unique Nishikigoi (koi fish) design on the bottle
・A sake that pairs exceptionally well with oysters, commonly found in Japanese izakayas
Thanks to these distinctive products, Imayotsukasa has become a favorite among sake enthusiasts.
Sake Brewery Tour
The brewery offers guided tours of the production area seven times a day on weekdays and eight times a day on weekends and holidays.
During the tour, you can enjoy:
✅ An explanation of the sake brewing process
✅ An introduction to their sake products
✅ Photo spots designed for social media enthusiasts!
Sake Tasting
The tour includes a tasting of three types of sake and umeshu (plum wine).
Additionally, for a small extra fee (¥500), you can try the “Sake Gacha”—a capsule toy machine where you can win sake, amazake (sweet rice drink), or even a special glass!
Pricing
✅ The tour and standard sake tasting are free!
If you’d like to try a wider variety, a paid all-you-can-taste option is also available.
Reservations
✅ Reservations are required for the sake brewery tour and tasting, which can be made via the official website.
Address & Access
📍 Address: 1-1 Kagamigaoka, Chuo-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture
🚗 By Car: Parking is available on-site.
🚆 By Public Transport:
・15-minute walk from Niigata Station
・10-minute bus ride from Niigata Station
・7-minute taxi ride from the Bandai Exit taxi stand at Niigata Station
More Information & Official Website
For more details, please check the official website:
🔗 今代司酒造株式会社
Products introductions
I introduce about product inductions.
“I want to visit the brewery, but I can’t make it.”
“I’d like to try it before going on a tour.”
“I want to taste Imayotsukasa Sake!”
If any of these sound like you, we’re introducing some of Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery’s most famous sake varieties!
If you’re interested, be sure to check them out.
Conclusion
In this article, I introduced the sake brewery tour at Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery in Niigata Prefecture.
Since the brewery is within walking distance from Niigata Station, it’s a must-visit spot when exploring Niigata!
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