Kotegawa Shuzo is a sake brewery located in Usuki City, Oita Prefecture, approximately 959 meters from Usuki Station.
 The business hours are from 08:30 to 17:00, and it is advisable to check for any changes to the regular business hours or holidays before visiting.
 While there are no seating arrangements inside the store, visitors can experience the sake and shochu production process through a brewery tour.
At this brewery, sake and shochu are the main products, and they are well-loved by many people as local specialties of Oita Prefecture.
 In particular, "Nihonshu Sourin" is a popular product that many visitors purchase.
 Kotegawa Shuzo also participates in the digital stamp rally for sake stamp books, making it a great place for regional souvenirs.
Inside the store, visitors can see the shochu production process, allowing them to enjoy the unique atmosphere.
 Dark ceramic jars are neatly arranged, and within them, barley shochu is slowly aged, reminiscent of the traditional methods seen in Okinawa’s awamori breweries or in Taiwanese soy sauce production facilities.
 This traditional craftsmanship produces high-quality shochu, which has received great acclaim from many customers.
Additionally, a wide variety of small bottled products are available, making them perfect for both personal use and as gifts.
 There is also a tasting service, allowing customers to find their preferred type of alcohol.
 However, it is important to note that the internal signal might be poor, so be cautious of that.
Kotegawa Shuzo takes great pride in providing attentive customer service, with friendly staff offering guidance.
 This warm hospitality is one of the reasons it continues to be loved by many customers.
 Why not visit this charming establishment and experience the richly flavored sake and shochu unique to Oita Prefecture? A delightful encounter awaits you.

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