Oita Komatsu Shuzojo Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting

Join an intimate sake brewery tour at Komatsu Shuzojo, limited to just 10 guests, and discover the craftsmanship behind traditional Japanese sake. Begin with a guided walk through the brewery, where you will learn each stage of production, from rice preparation and koji cultivation to fermentation, pressing, and bottling. As you explore the historic brewing spaces, your guide will explain the tools, ingredients, and techniques used to create sake while sharing the brewery’s history and brewing philosophy. Observe how generations of knowledge and careful attention to detail shape every batch. After the tour, enjoy a curated tasting of Komatsu Shuzojo’s signature sakes. Learn how factors such as rice polishing ratios, yeast selection, and fermentation methods influence aroma, texture, and flavor. In the relaxed small-group setting, guests can ask questions, interact directly with brewery staff, and gain a deeper appreciation of Japanese sake culture, heritage, and craftsmanship.