Maenikko Brewery

- Maenikko Brewery -
One of the best Sake Brewry Experiences in Japan

Maenikko Brewery is one of only a few sake breweries in Japan that offers hands-on sake brewing experience.

Our brewery is inside a renovated school building in the foothills of Nikko using pristine water from the surrounding mountains. Please come and join our workshops and experiences, or even make sake your own fully customized sake.

Experience a one-of-a-kind sake brewing journey in the heart of the Japanese countryside.

Renovating an Abandoned School

Discover the art of sake making in a renovated school surrounded by the lush nature of the Japanese countryside at the Maenikko Brewery.

The Area

Enjoy the lush landscapes of the Maenikko area, where crystal-clear rivers flow through forests, and the mountains provide a stunning backdrop for the brewery.

Traditional Methods & Business Succession

The spirit of traditional craftsmanship lives on through a thoughtful business succession, ensuring the revival of local sake production at Maenikko Brewery.

Locally Sourced Ingredients

Our sake embodies the essence of Kanuma, using only the finest local rice varieties and pure water from the nearby mountains, resulting in an authentic taste of place.

Hands-on Experience

Participate in a one-of-a-kind sake brewing experience, where you can be involved in all stages of the production process, creating a personalized brew from the heart of Japan.

Educational Aspect

Enhance your appreciation for sake with our educational programs, designed to provide a thorough understanding of the entire brewing process from rice to bottle.

Take-Home Product

Enjoy the fruits of your labor; your own custom-made sake, from our brewery to your home, a unique expression of your personal taste.

Regular Events

Check our schedule for regularly held sake brewing experiences and other unique workshops! There’s always an opportunity to get involved at Maenikko.

Customization Options

Customize your sake with bespoke customizations, including specific rice varieties, milling percentages, and unique fermentation techniques. Make your vision of the perfect sake become a reality.

Professional Guidance

Our experienced team of brewers and sake experts are here to help. We will navigate you through the complexities of sake production, ensuring you have a top-quality final product.

Small Batch Brewing

Small-batch sake-making allows us to focus on the details of each brew, deliver exceptional quality, and accept smaller minimum orders. Greater customization and control also mean every batch can be truly unique!

Label Design

Work with our team to design a custom sake label that reflects your personal story and the unique character of your sake. You can use your unique design or collaborate with our brand.

To book an experience, please use the form at the bottom of this page.

2025 Opening Times

Please make reservations using our form below this page.

For Overseas Visitors

Wi-Fi available

Speak English

Uses a Translation device
(Voice translator App)

English Leaflet

Online Booking Available

Vegetarian dishes available

Vegan dishes available

Gluten free dishes available

Other food requirements

Halal friendly

Kosher friendly

Contact Details

Call +81 (0)0-000

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Access

393-1 Kamikasuo, Kanuma, Tochigi 322-0423, Japan (〒322-042 栃木県鹿沼市上粕尾393-1)

45 min by taxi or 70min by bus from Shin-Kanuma Station.

50 min by taxi or 80min by bus from JR Kanuma Station.

50 min by car from Kanuma IC on the Tohoku Expressway.

Things to do Nearby

Find things to do locally in Kanuma City – click to view the city info page.

Sake Making
Experience from 15,000 Yen
Make-to-Orde
Sake from 200,000 Yen

Approx 100 botles

Address :

〒322-0423 栃木県鹿沼市上粕尾393-1 (393-1 Kamikasuo, Kanuma, Tochigi 322-0423, Japan)

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