
Imayo Saichi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd.
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 60 min here
About 75 min to the next stop
Next stop: Photograph Retro Western-Style Architecture by the Waterfront & Explore Port Town HistoryAbout this spot
A venerable sake brewery in Niigata with roots in the Edo period, just a short walk from Numatori Terrace. They specialize in pure rice sake made with only rice and water. The free brewery tour lets you wander through fragrant wooden-beamed warehouses and see massive sake barrels up close. After the tour, you can sample local sake at the gift shop—the modern label designs make beautiful souvenirs. The entrance beneath the ceddar-ball decoration is a classic photo spot.
Tips
Brewery tours require advance reservation—check the official website. If driving, the designated driver should opt for amazake (sweet rice drink) or non-alcoholic options instead of tastings. Premium paid tasting menus are also available.
Best time to visit
About 1 hour. Morning tours are generally easier to book.
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現地の天気
26°C(現在)直近1週間の寒暖差は平均3.7℃。気温差が大きい日が続くと紅葉が進みやすいと言われています。
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Access & map
1-1 Kagamigaoka, Chuo Ward, Niigata City, 950-0074 Niigata Prefecture
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