Dewazakura Sake Brewery
Dewazakura Sake Brewery (Tendo, Yamagata) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Available. Fee: ¥30,000 per group (cash only, up to 10 people).
A sake brewery in Tendo, Yamagata, with an English-language tour and tasting of 5 cups. The price is ¥30,000 per group.
Dewazakura Sake Brewery, Tendo, Yamagata
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- Location
- Tendo, Yamagata
- Address
- 山形県天童市一日町1-4-6
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Available
- Fee
- ¥30,000 per group (cash only, up to 10 people)
- By season
- Brewing happens only in winter. In summer you see the facilities only.
Good to know
- About 120 minutes. Start times are 9:00, 13:00, 13:30 and 14:00, Monday to Friday excluding national holidays.
- Reserve through the contact form with your group size, preferred day and time, and how you will get there. They reply within 3 days; few staff speak English, so contact them early.
- The tour is in English and only for ages 20 and over. Proof of age may be requested.
- Includes tasting of 5 cups and admission to the Dewazakura Art Museum.
- The buildings are old, so the tour is not fully wheelchair accessible.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Dewazakura Sake Brewery?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Dewazakura Sake Brewery?
Yes, guidance in English is available.
How much does a visit to Dewazakura Sake Brewery cost?
Fee: ¥30,000 per group (cash only, up to 10 people).
When should I visit Dewazakura Sake Brewery?
Brewing happens only in winter. In summer you see the facilities only.
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 2026-10-26
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