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Matsumoto Sake Brewery: A 230-Year Sake Legacy in Kyoto’s Fushimi
In Kyoto's Fushimi district stands one of Japan's most remarkable sake breweries. Matsumoto Sake Brewery is not simply a producer of sake. It is a living piece of Kyoto's brewing heritage—a place where history, craftsmanship, architectur... -
U.S. University Students Explore Kyoto’s Sake Culture in Fushimi
Recently, we had the pleasure of welcoming a group of more than 20 university students from the United States for a special educational visit to a sake brewery in Kyoto's famous Fushimi Sake District. The venue was Matsumoto Sake Brewery... -
Sasaki Sake Brewery Guide: Inside Kyoto’s Last City-Center Sake Brewery
Most travelers associate Kyoto sake with Fushimi, but the city's brewing story stretches far beyond its most famous district. During our recent visit to Sasaki Sake Brewery, we had the opportunity to learn about its long history spanning... -
Dassai Sake Brewery Guide: History, Signature Junmai Daiginjo, and How to Visit the Brewery in Yamaguchi
Dassai is a famous Junmai Daiginjo sake produced by Asahi Shuzo, located in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Even those who do not usually drink sake have likely heard the name at least once. In this article, we take a closer look at ... -
Matsui Sake Brewery Kyoto: A Sommelier’s Guide
Tucked away near Demachiyanagi, Matsui Sake Brewery offers a rare chance to step inside a working sake brewery in Kyoto. We recently visited Matsui Sake Brewery, a small urban brewery near Demachiyanagi, and what stood out immediately wa... -
Tsuki no Katsura Sake Brewery Guide: Inside Kyoto’s 350-Year-Old Sake Legacy
We would like to report on our visit to Tsuki no Katsura sake brewery in Fushimi, Kyoto. From this complete guide, learn its history, brewing methods, tasting highlights, and what to expect when you visit. Visiting the Masuda Tokubee Sho...