Kawai Sake Brewery | Imai-cho Town Kashihara City, Nara | Nihonshu |

Kawai Sake Brewery

Although the origin of sake is unclear, it is believed that a rudimentary form of it was developed in Nara during the Nara period but was used mainly for ceremonial purposes. Nara is also the birthplace of modern day refined sake. Some 600 years ago monks from Shoraku-ji Temple developed more complex brewing techniques which allowed for a more consistent end product. These techniques laid the foundation for the sake we know and love today.

With a history stretching back almost 300 years, Kawai Sake Brewery is a prominent part of the Imai-cho landscape. A tour of the the factory can be arranged but prior booking is needed, but within the shop you can see parts of the old house including the original kitchen.

Their flagship sake brand is the "Shusse Otoko," a popular and easy-to-drink sake with its name meaning "The Successful Man".

Address: Kawai Sake Brewery (河合酒造) 1-7-8 Imai-cho, Kashihara City, Nara
Phone: 0744-22-2154
Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed: Irregular holidays

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