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Obata Shuzo
The home of the renowned 'Mano-tsuru' sake since 1892.Explore this spot
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Obata Shuzo is a Japanese sake brewery located in Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, founded in 1892 (Meiji 25).
What makes it special
Traditional Sake BrewingMano-tsuru Sake TastingRenovated School BrewerySado Traditional CraftsSustainable Brewing
About Obata Shuzo
- Discover the unique history of the 'Mano-tsuru' brand and the striking architecture of the renovated school building.
- Enjoy a tasting session at the shop to sample premium sake and purchase original local sweets.
- Connect with Sado's history through the display of traditional local crafts and antique ceramics.
- Deepen your knowledge through multilingual video guides (English/Traditional Chinese) that bridge the language gap.
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
27°/22°
90%
Tue
8/4
28°/21°
19%
Wed
8/5
29°/23°
40%
Thu
8/6
31°/25°
75%
Fri
8/7
31°/26°
65%
Sat
8/8
31°/25°
67%
Sun
8/9
29°/23°
56%
Tips
Payment
Visa, MasterCard, JCB, Diners Club, and UnionPay are accepted.
Language
English and Traditional Chinese subtitles are available via video guides.
Reservations
No reservation needed for individuals; required for groups.
Clothing
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Photography
Please check with staff regarding photography rules.
Accessibility
Some steps present; not wheelchair accessible.
Etiquette
Please follow all brewery rules and respect the production environment.