Kiuchi Brewery Head Office (Kounosu) and Handcrafted Beer Workshop
Kiuchi Brewery Head Office (Kounosu) and Handcrafted Beer Workshop (Naka, Ibaraki) is a place to visit for beer. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Handcrafted beer workshop is priced by bottle count and variety, from 36,000 yen (tax incl.) per variety for 45 bottles..
The head office of Kiuchi Brewery, known for Hitachino Nest Beer. It has a shop and tasting counter, and a hands-on 'handcrafted beer workshop' where visitors brew their own beer.
How to visit
- Location
- Naka, Ibaraki
- Address
- 茨城県那珂市鴻巣1257
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- Handcrafted beer workshop is priced by bottle count and variety, from 36,000 yen (tax incl.) per variety for 45 bottles.
Good to know
- The beer workshop is by reservation: start times 10:00 and 13:00, about 4 hours, closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, up to 6 people per batch.
- Shop 10:00-18:30, tasting counter 10:00-17:00. Sake brewery tours are suspended for renovation; shop and tasting continue. Regular closing days are not confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Kiuchi Brewery Head Office (Kounosu) and Handcrafted Beer Workshop?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Kiuchi Brewery Head Office (Kounosu) and Handcrafted Beer Workshop?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Kiuchi Brewery Head Office (Kounosu) and Handcrafted Beer Workshop cost?
Fee: Handcrafted beer workshop is priced by bottle count and variety, from 36,000 yen (tax incl.) per variety for 45 bottles..
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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