Zuisen Distillery
Zuisen Distillery (Naha (Shuri), Okinawa) is a place to visit for awamori. Booking: No reservation needed. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Free (DVD, aged awamori tasting, liqueur tasting).
A distillery right next to Shuri Castle. Visitors can watch an introductory DVD and try aged awamori and liqueurs, all free of charge.
Zuisen Distillery (Shuri, Naha, Okinawa)
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- Location
- Naha (Shuri), Okinawa
- Address
- 沖縄県那覇市首里崎山町1-35
- Booking
- No reservation needed
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- Free (DVD, aged awamori tasting, liqueur tasting)
Good to know
- Weekdays (last entry 16:30) and Saturdays (last entry 16:00). No tours on Sundays.
- No reservation needed for small groups. Groups of 5 or more must apply via the form at least 2 business days before.
- The introductory DVD runs about 10 minutes and has English subtitles.
- The aged awamori tasting is served in turn.
- Phone inquiries are not accepted on weekends, so visit in person. The counter is closed on public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Zuisen Distillery?
No reservation is needed.
Is guidance in English available at Zuisen Distillery?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Zuisen Distillery cost?
Fee: Free (DVD, aged awamori tasting, liqueur tasting).
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
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