Sakagura
Okamura Honke
岡 村 本 家
Located near Lake Biwa and Hikone Castle.
Brief history of Okamura Honke
This is a historic sake brewery established 160 years ago, located in an area relatively close to Japan’s largest lake, Lake Biwa, and the national treasure, Hikone Castle. The brewery is known for its meticulous focus on polishing the rice used in sake production, offering products with polishing rates ranging from 10% to 100%. The lineup is unique in the sake industry, and the opportunity to taste different polishing rates is a special experience available only here.
The surrounding area features the picturesque scenery of traditional Japanese countryside, with well-preserved old houses and rice fields dating back to around 100 years ago. It provides a chance to experience the leisurely atmosphere and time of rural Japan.
Sake Discovery Special
An inside look
Sakagura Okamura Honke offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes facility tour, a unique experience not typically offered in traditional brewery tours. During the tour, you’ll gain insights into the brewery’s rich history and learn about the intricate sake-making process.
Comparative Tasting
Dive into a world of sake sophistication with our unique comparative tasting featuring diverse polishing ratios. Explore the nuanced flavors of each variant, expertly crafted to perfection.
Premium Sake Tasting
Indulge in an exquisite experience as you savor 8 different types of premium sake, including aged sake, accompanied by locally produced specialty snacks.
Standard Tour
¥28,000 / person
Sakagura Tour
An exclusive behind-the-scene Sakagura tour.
Premium Sake Tasting
8 types of premium sakes including aged sake.
Special Gift
1 bottle (300ml) of Daiginjou and an original sake cup.
Tour Detail
Price
¥28,000 with Tax
Duration
Interpreter
Available
Capacity
Tour Type
Dates
※The brewery is closed between December 30th 2023 and January 4th 2024
Premium Tour
¥33,000 / person
Sakagura Tour
An exclusive behind-the-scene sakagura tour.
Premium Sake Tasting
Immerse yourself in a unique tasting experience within the enchanting private salon situated on the second floor of a historic sakagura that boasts a century and a half of legacy. Here, you can savor 8 premium sakes, including the aged variety.
Special Lunch Box
Wagyu Shabu shabu and traditionally prepared Japanese cuisine.
Special Gift
1 bottle (300ml) of Daiginjou and an original sake cup.
Tour Detail
Price
¥33,000 / person
Duration
Interpreter
Available
Capacity
Tour Type
Dates
※The brewery is closed between December 30th 2023 and January 4th 2024
Sakagura Access
〒521-1165 Shiga Ken Inukami Gun Toyosato Cho Yoshida 100
Recommended Trip Plan
From Okamura Honke Shuzou
A living testament to Japan’s feudal history
Hikone
Castle
34 minutes by taxi from Okamura Honke Shuzou
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