Otsu City
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Otsu City
About Naminoue Sake Brewery
Founded in the 2nd year of the Bunka era (1805), this long-established sake brewery is located in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture.
Details
Upholding the philosophy of "tasting and relaxing," the small brewery "Naminoue Sake Brewery" has dedicated itself to sake brewing for many years. Founded in the 2nd year of the Bunka era (1805), it is a long-established sake brewery with over 200 years of brewing history located in the southwestern region of Lake Biwa.
Its signature brands include the representative "Naminoue Daiginjo" known as "Kanai Taiichiryu," and the "Naminoue Junmai Daiginjo" called "Kotsubo Shinshu," which uses 100% rare sake rice "Aiyama," along with the Eetokodori (γγγ¨γγ©γ) series that utilizes Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo Prefecture, offering a variety of seasonal products with elegant and mild flavors. Most products are available for online purchase, but some limited items are only sold in-store.
Notably, on the fourth Friday and Saturday of each month, an event called "Weight Selling" is held from 1 PM to 4 PM. Different types of sake are sold each time, including seasonal products and specially selected brands from the brewery and the toji (master brewer). Additionally, some months feature limited products like nigori sake and special events that wine enthusiasts should not miss.
Highlights
Established in the 2nd year of the Bunka era (1805), this long-standing sake brewery adheres to the philosophy of "relaxing through tasting." For many years, it has dedicated itself to the craft of brewing. The Ran no Oto series and Eetokodori series offer elegantly smooth sake. A popular event featuring weight-based sales is held on the fourth Friday and Saturday of each month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide foreign language services? (If so, please specify which languages are available.)
English services are available (only when staff who speak English are present).
Is there a duty-free service?
No tax exemption service is provided.
Do you offer gift wrapping services?
Gift wrapping services are available.
Can it be purchased overseas as well?
Available (limited to certain countries and certain products)
Can I sample it?
Sorry, we generally do not offer tasting services.
Is the sake brewery open for visits?
Please consult with the staff separately.
Recommended Tours & Activities
Essential Information
Address
1-7-16 Honkatada, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture
Phone
077-573-0002
Getting There
Take the JR Kosei Line from "Katata" Station and ride the Ebiwa Transportation bus "Katata Town Loop" for about 5 minutes, then get off at "Katata Demachi" Station and walk for about 5 minutes.
Hours / Holidays
Saturday, Sunday, public holidays
Website
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