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Hachinohe Shuzo Brewery Tour (Mutsu Hassen)

Hachinohe Shuzo Brewery Tour (Mutsu Hassen) (Hachinohe, Aomori) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Check the official site. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: 500 yen (tasting included).

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A roughly 40-minute tour of the brewery's working floor and process in Taisho-era buildings designated as registered tangible cultural properties, with tasting included.

The Hachinohe Shuzo shop and brewery frontage

Hachinohe Shuzo (Hachinohe, Aomori)

Photo: Ty19080914 / CC BY-SA 4.0 ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

How to visit

Location
Hachinohe, Aomori
Address
青森県八戸市大字湊町字本町9
Booking
Check the official site
Guidance in English
Check the official site
Fee
500 yen (tasting included)
By season
Year-round (Mon-Fri)

Good to know

  • Year-round, Monday to Friday, 10:00-16:00. About 40 minutes.
  • A calendar-style booking page and a direct phone line (0178-20-0443) are provided. Whether booking is mandatory is not stated.
  • Age limits, handling of drivers, public holiday operation and English support are not stated.
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The brick storehouse of Hachinohe Shuzo (registered tangible cultural property)

Hachinohe Shuzo (Hachinohe, Aomori)

Photo: Ty19080914 / CC BY-SA 4.0 ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to Hachinohe Shuzo Brewery Tour (Mutsu Hassen)?

We could not confirm whether a reservation is needed. Please check the official site.

Is guidance in English available at Hachinohe Shuzo Brewery Tour (Mutsu Hassen)?

We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.

How much does a visit to Hachinohe Shuzo Brewery Tour (Mutsu Hassen) cost?

Fee: 500 yen (tasting included).

When should I visit Hachinohe Shuzo Brewery Tour (Mutsu Hassen)?

Year-round (Mon-Fri)

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.

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Checked 2026-10-27

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