Yokote Sake Tasting Tour in Akita : Hinomaru Jozo

updated: December 09th, 2024

Discover exceptional Japanese sake at Hinomaru Jozo in Yokote, Akita. Experience the rich flavors of locally crafted brews in a serene environment.

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    Overview


    Hinomaru Jozo is a long-established sake brewery located in Masuda Town, Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, about 2,736 meters from Jūmonji Station.
     The operating hours are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays, with irregular holidays.
     It is recommended to check in advance before visiting.
     The shop has five seats, allowing customers to enjoy Japanese sake in a quiet atmosphere.
    This sake brewery is known for its Japanese sake "Mansaku no Hana" and offers a diverse range of alcoholic beverages.
     Particularly popular are the Junmai Ginjo and Daiginjo, which are high-quality Japanese sake.
     The "Junmai Ginjo Mansaku no Hana" has established a strong reputation and has even received a gold medal at the National New Sake Appraisal.
     Such highly-rated sake highlights the natural sweetness and aroma of the rice, garnering support from many customers.
    Additionally, tasting is available at the store, allowing customers to sample various sake for 200 yen.
     Special limited-edition products and unfiltered raw sake are also sold, making it an irresistible spot for sake enthusiasts.
     A customer appreciation day is held on the first Saturday of every month, providing an opportunity to discover even more attractive products on that day.
    The chefs are also dedicated to using local ingredients, employing high-quality rice and water selected from various parts of the country.
     Therefore, the pairings with dishes are exceptional.
     "Junmai Ginjo" and "Akita Komachi 100% Junmai 70 - Mansaku no Hana" have different characteristics that pair well with various cuisines.
     Additionally, seasonal limited products such as the "Kame Label" allow customers to enjoy the flavor variations unique to each season.
    At Hinomaru Jozo, one can feel the passion and skill that has become rooted in the art of sake-making, a part of Japanese culture.
     It is highly recommended to visit and experience the rich flavors and deep history for yourself.
     A delicious experience unique to this place awaits, so why not pay a visit?

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