Rokkasen Brewery
Rokkasen Brewery (Higashine, Yamagata) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Free.
A free 20-30 minute tour of the brewing equipment, offered in the months when no sake is being brewed.
How to visit
- Location
- Higashine, Yamagata
- Address
- 山形県東根市温泉町3丁目17-7
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- Free
- By season
- About April to mid-September (paused late September to March for brewing)
Good to know
- Book by form at least 3 days ahead; up to 20 people
- Tours 10:00-15:00 (not 12:00-13:00); tasting and shop included
- The brewery gets very hot in summer
- As of 27 October 2026 tours are paused for the brewing season; resumption is planned around April 2027
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Rokkasen Brewery?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Rokkasen Brewery?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Rokkasen Brewery cost?
Fee: Free.
When should I visit Rokkasen Brewery?
About April to mid-September (paused late September to March for brewing)
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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