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Mirin · Hekinan, Aichi

Kokonoe Mirin (Jidaikan)

Kokonoe Mirin (Jidaikan) (Hekinan, Aichi) is a place to visit for mirin. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site.

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A traditional hon-mirin maker in Hekinan, Aichi. A guided visit covers panels on the old method, the pressing area, a 5-minute brewing DVD and exhibits of old tools.

The head office of Kokonoe Mirin

Kokonoe Mirin Jidaikan (Hekinan, Aichi)

Photo: Abasaa / Public domain ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

How to visit

Location
Hekinan, Aichi
Address
愛知県碧南市浜寺町2丁目11番地
Booking
Reservation required
Guidance in English
Check the official site
Fee
Check the official site for the fee

Good to know

  • Individuals: 1-20 people, booking from one month ahead until noon the day before. Groups of 9-45 are taken on Wed, Thu and Fri, with a start between 10:00 and 10:45.
  • For groups: about 45 minutes for up to 25 people (tour only), about 75 minutes including shopping for 26 or more.
  • Check in at the Ishikawa Hachirōji Shōten register 5 minutes before the start. There are no restrooms in the factory.
  • No tasting during the tour; drivers are asked not to taste at the shop either.
  • Stairs and level changes; strollers must be left on the ground floor. The production line itself is not toured.
  • The official page still carries a closure notice without a year (July 12-August 5 and August 11-19). Confirm availability when booking.
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Photos

The main storehouse of Kokonoe Mirin

Kokonoe Mirin Jidaikan (Hekinan, Aichi)

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to Kokonoe Mirin (Jidaikan)?

Yes, a reservation is required.

Is guidance in English available at Kokonoe Mirin (Jidaikan)?

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

How much does a visit to Kokonoe Mirin (Jidaikan) cost?

We could not confirm the fee. Please check the official site.

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

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Checked 2026-10-27

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