7 Yuasa, Yuasa-cho, Arida-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
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¥500
Located in Yuasa, the birthplace of soy sauce, the Kadocho Soy Sauce Museum Shokunin-gura offers a glimpse into the history and craft of soy sauce production. Housed in a former brewing warehouse built in 1866, the museum displays traditional tools and equipment used in the soy sauce making process. Visitors can explore the historic building and learn about the unique fermentation methods. The museum is free to enter and is easily accessible, a 15-minute walk from Yuasa Station or a 10-minute drive from Yuasa IC. The surrounding area is filled with the rich aroma of soy sauce, making it a sensory experience. It's a great place to visit any time of day to learn about the local history.