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Okazaki Shuzojo (Chomonkyo)

Okazaki Shuzojo (Chomonkyo) (Hagi, Yamaguchi) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site.

Sake
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A hand-crafting brewery using Abu River subsurface water. Tours are possible by reservation outside the brewing season.

How to visit

Location
Hagi, Yamaguchi
Address
山口県萩市川上464-1
Booking
Reservation required
Guidance in English
Check the official site
Fee
Check the official site for the fee
By season
Excluding the Dec-Mar brewing season

Good to know

  • The Yamaguchi tourism site says tours are possible by reservation outside the brewing season (Dec-Mar). The brewery's own site has no tour details, so specifics are unconfirmed
  • Tel 0838-54-2023 (from the brewery site)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to Okazaki Shuzojo (Chomonkyo)?

Yes, a reservation is required.

Is guidance in English available at Okazaki Shuzojo (Chomonkyo)?

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

How much does a visit to Okazaki Shuzojo (Chomonkyo) cost?

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

When should I visit Okazaki Shuzojo (Chomonkyo)?

Excluding the Dec-Mar brewing season

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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