29 Suzaka, Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture
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¥1,500
Established in 1864, Endo Brewery is a venerable sake producer located in Suzaka, Nagano Prefecture. Known for its award-winning sake, the brewery offers tastings and sales in a beautifully maintained traditional building. A highlight is the annual spring brewery opening, a major local event. Visitors can sample a variety of sake, including the popular "Keiryu Domuroku Uwazumi," a sweet and flavorful unfiltered sake. The shop also sells amazake, a sweet rice drink, making it a worthwhile stop even for non-alcohol drinkers. Open daily, it's an ideal place to experience local sake culture and find unique souvenirs.