A historic sake brewery that has been producing nihonshu since at least 1702. It is one of the oldest breweries in all of Tokyo.

What to expect?

Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of this famous brewery, learning about the manufacturing factories and the different types of sake. After this, there is a chance to try some of the sake yourself in the sake tasting room. Note each cup costs between ¥300 to ¥600.

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Sawanoi Sake Brewery sake menu The menu at the tasting bar.

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As well as the brewery, there are also a few restaurants, souvenir shops, and two small art museums on the opposite side of the road to the brewery.

What to know before you visit Sawanoi Sake Brewery?

Do you need reservations for Sawanoi Sake Brewery?

You will need to book yourself a place on one of the free tours in advance. You can do this via the official website. You do not need a reservation for the sake tasting room.

How to get there

Sawanoi Brewery is located a 5-minute walk away from Sawai Station on the JR Ōme Line.

  • Try some local sake and take home a souvenir cup.