Sakai Sake Tasting Tour in Fukui : Kubota Shuzo

updated: December 25th, 2024

Discover high-quality sake at Kubota Shuzo in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture. Experience authentic sake production and tastings that highlight the region's rich culture.

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    Overview


    Kubota Shuzo is a sake brewery located in Maruoka Town, Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, and it produces sake utilizing local specialties.
     The operating hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and since there may be changes in regular holidays and hours, it is recommended to confirm before visiting.
     Although transportation details are not specifically mentioned, accessing the brewery by a private car is convenient.
    This brewery has a history of over 260 years and offers opportunities to view the sake production process while producing rice and water in-house.
     Reservations are required in advance, and participation costs 300 yen per person.
     During the tour, detailed explanations about how sake is made are provided, followed by the chance to taste approximately 10 different types of sake.
     Additionally, a souvenir sake cup is given, and various local products can be purchased at the shop.
    One of the popular products from Kubota Shuzo is "Onisakusa," a junmai sake made with high-quality Yamadanishiki rice, known for its dry and crisp flavor.
     Another well-received item is "Ippitsu Keijo Ume no Sake," a plum-infused sake made with Benioi plums from Awara City.
     This unique product lineup caters to a variety of customer needs.
    The interior of the brewery is spacious and designed like a warehouse, serving as a retail space.
     Despite its size, there is an opinion that there is still room for better utilization.
     Nearby, there is also a soba restaurant, allowing visitors to enjoy local cuisine along with the sake.
    Furthermore, this brewery actively engages in new experiences and information dissemination, such as the "Kura Open Day" event held every year on March 6.
     This event features special experiences and tastings for the general public, attracting many visitors.
    Kubota Shuzo contributes not only with its historical background but also through the high-quality sake made from rice, thereby enriching the local culture.
     Why not consider visiting?

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