Nagano Wakabayashi Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting

Explore the rich sake culture of Nagano with a guided tour of Wakabayashi Sake Brewery, known for its Tsukiyoshino brand. Located in the serene Shiodaira Plain, this family-run brewery has been crafting sake since 1896. You'll walk through the brewery and learn about the traditional methods and local ingredients that shape its distinctive flavors. After the tour, indulge in a tasting session featuring five unique sake varieties, with insights on their aromas and textures. This experience includes a refreshing apple juice and the chance to purchase your favorite sake from the brewery shop. - Guided tour of Wakabayashi Sake Brewery in Shiodaira Plain - Taste five selected sake varieties with expert explanations - Learn about the brewing process and local ingredients - Opportunity to purchase your favorite sake directly from the brewery shop

Discover the authentic charm of Nagano’s sake culture with a guided experience at Wakabayashi Sake Brewery, the family-run home of the acclaimed Tsukiyoshino brand. Your visit begins with a guided walk through the brewery, where the brewer explains each stage of sake production, from locally grown Nagano rice and pristine mountain water to fermentation and maturation. Learn about the brewery’s history since 1896, the philosophy behind Tsukiyoshino, and how the region’s climate shapes its distinctive flavors. After the tour, enjoy a guided tasting of five carefully selected sake varieties. Compare differences in aroma, flavor, texture, and finish while discovering how rice varieties, brewing methods, and sweetness levels influence each sake. Chat directly with the brewer, ask questions, and deepen your appreciation of Japanese sake. Finish with the brewery’s homemade apple juice before visiting the shop to purchase your favorite sake as a memorable souvenir.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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