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Beer · Yamagata, Yamagata

ZAO BREWERY

ZAO BREWERY (Yamagata, Yamagata) is a place to visit for beer. Booking: Check the official site. Guidance in English: Check the official site.

Beer
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Described as Yamagata City's first craft brewery, with an attached restaurant, Crang Dining.

How to visit

Location
Yamagata, Yamagata
Address
山形県山形市蔵王上野字南坂1096-18
Booking
Check the official site
Guidance in English
Check the official site
Fee
Check the official site for the fee

Good to know

  • Weekdays 10:30-16:30 (last order 16:00), weekends and holidays 10:30-17:00 (last order 16:30); closed Wednesdays (official site).
  • Brewery tours have not been confirmed.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to ZAO BREWERY?

We could not confirm whether a reservation is needed. Please check the official site.

Is guidance in English available at ZAO BREWERY?

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

How much does a visit to ZAO BREWERY cost?

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

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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