Matsuyama: Sakura Uzumaki Brewery Tour & Sake Tasting

Discover the sake-making tradition of Sakura Uzumaki Brewery in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture.

Explore the production areas and learn how selected rice, underground water, and the brewery’s own koji mold shape its sake. Observe the koji room, fermenting tanks, and brewers monitoring temperature, aroma, and flavor. See the bottle line as sake is filled, sealed, labeled, and prepared for shipment.

After the tour, enjoy a premium tasting exclusive to this experience. Sample limited-edition and specialty sakes rarely available to the public, featuring different brewing methods and seasonal expressions.

Learn how brewing choices influence aroma, texture, and flavor, and discover how to appreciate subtle differences and pair sake with local Ehime seafood and other cuisine.