Asabiraki Brewery Tour and Local Sake Shop
Asabiraki Brewery Tour and Local Sake Shop (Morioka, Iwate) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Free.
A free guided tour of the Showa Asahi-gura, which has both hand-made and modern lines, and the bottling plant. The shop offers free tastings.
Asabiraki (Morioka, Iwate)
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- Location
- Morioka, Iwate
- Address
- 岩手県盛岡市大慈寺町10-34
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- Free
Good to know
- Book beforehand by phone (019-624-7200), giving the date, time and number of people.
- Tours run 9:00-16:00; last entry is 15:30 in the normal period.
- The shop is open 9:00-18:00 with irregular closing days. Free parking for 3-5 coaches and about 30 cars.
- The route covers the Showa Asahi-gura, the bottling plant, then the shop.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Asabiraki Brewery Tour and Local Sake Shop?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Asabiraki Brewery Tour and Local Sake Shop?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Asabiraki Brewery Tour and Local Sake Shop cost?
Fee: Free.
Can I take part in a tasting if I'm driving?
The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. If you are driving you cannot taste. Use public transport or a taxi, or let someone who is not drinking drive.
Information sources
Information checked against official sources, such as the facility's website.
Checked 2026-10-27
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