Mifuku Shuzo
Mifuku Shuzo (Koka, Shiga) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Free (reservation required).
A brewery of over a century on the old Tokaido road. Visit its Meiji-era mud-walled building, upstairs tool gallery and brewing tanks, then taste sake: about 20 minutes of tour plus 20 minutes of tasting.
How to visit
- Location
- Koka, Shiga
- Address
- 滋賀県甲賀市水口町西林口3-2
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- Free (reservation required)
- By season
- Limited from November to March (December closed)
Good to know
- Starts on the hour from 10:00 to 16:00. Up to 40 per group. Closed Thursdays, mid-August and New Year.
- Book by phone (0748-62-1113, no phone service on weekends and holidays) or email (info@mifuku.co.jp). There is no dedicated guide.
- Busy-season limits: no morning tours in November, no tours in December, no morning tours January to March. Buses are limited to two per hour.
- Handling of drivers at tastings was not found, though the page footer says drunk driving is prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Mifuku Shuzo?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Mifuku Shuzo?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Mifuku Shuzo cost?
Fee: Free (reservation required).
When should I visit Mifuku Shuzo?
Limited from November to March (December closed)
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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