Moriya Shuzo (Maizakura)
Moriya Shuzo (Maizakura) (Sanmu, Chiba) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: 500 yen per adult (minimum charge 3,000 yen)..
A brewery founded in 1893 that makes Maizakura sake, shochu and liqueur. Visitors can tour the brewery and taste ten or more varieties of local sake and shochu.
How to visit
- Location
- Sanmu, Chiba
- Address
- 千葉県山武市蓮沼ハ2929
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- 500 yen per adult (minimum charge 3,000 yen).
Good to know
- Reserve by the day before. For holidays or next-day requests, call 0475-86-2016.
- Tours run 9:00 to 16:00, excluding 11:30 to 13:30. Planned for two or more adults.
- Tasting is 9:30 to 16:00, excluding 11:30 to 13:30. Not available to minors or drivers.
- A tour may not be possible depending on brewing work.
- The official page, dated 13 August 2016, lists 500 yen per adult with a minimum charge of 3,000 yen. Confirm the current fee when booking.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Moriya Shuzo (Maizakura)?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Moriya Shuzo (Maizakura)?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Moriya Shuzo (Maizakura) cost?
Fee: 500 yen per adult (minimum charge 3,000 yen)..
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
Sources
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