Umenoyado Brewery
Umenoyado Brewery (Katsuragi, Nara) is a place to visit for sake. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Not available. Fee: 1,200 yen incl. tax (tasting and a souvenir included).
A sake brewery in Katsuragi, Nara. Staff explain the brewing process, followed by a tasting of five sake and liqueurs, in about 45 minutes. Plum liqueur and syrup making experiences are offered separately.
How to visit
- Location
- Katsuragi, Nara
- Address
- 奈良県葛城市寺口27番地1
- Booking
- Reservation required
- Guidance in English
- Not available
- Fee
- 1,200 yen incl. tax (tasting and a souvenir included)
Good to know
- Held at 10:30 and 14:30 on shop open days. About 45 minutes, up to 15 people per session.
- Individuals book through the online form by 15:00 the day before. Groups of 10 or more book by email by 16:00 seven days before.
- Drivers cannot taste. Drivers, under-20s and anyone wanting no alcohol get an original non-alcoholic drink.
- Late arrivals may be unable to join. A booking is treated as cancelled if the visitor is more than 15 minutes late without contacting the brewery.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Umenoyado Brewery?
Yes, a reservation is required.
Is guidance in English available at Umenoyado Brewery?
No, guidance in English is not available.
How much does a visit to Umenoyado Brewery cost?
Fee: 1,200 yen incl. tax (tasting and a souvenir included).
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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