Obara Sake Brewery in Kitakata City, Fukushima

Obara Sake Brewery in Kitakata City, Fukushima

Area: Kitakata City

Recommended period: Year-round

【Mozart's Pure Rice Brewery】Founded about 300 years ago. The intersection of classic and tradition at "Obara Sake Brewery"

Founded in the 2nd year of the Kyōhō era (1717), the long-established "Obara Sake Brewery" boasts a history of about 300 years. While respecting tradition, it is known for its strong commitment to producing only pure rice sake and its innovative approach. Located on a charming street lined with kura-style buildings, stepping inside reveals a surprising world of sake brewing.

■ Yeast listens to Mozart!? Music Sake "Kurashikku"

The most niche point here is that they play "classical music" for the tanks where the mash is fermented.

  • Magical brewing method: By giving fine vibrations from Mozart's melodies to the yeast, it transforms into a mellow and fruity flavor with less bitterness and acidity.
  • Domestic and international acclaim: The representative brand "Kurashikku" brewed using this unique method is highly regarded both domestically and internationally.

■ A unique sake experience exclusive to the brewery

At the direct sales store, you can not only taste the mellow music sake but also encounter playful sake that is unexpected for a long-established brewery.

  • Amazing lineup: There are also glamorous "peach-colored cloudy sake" and even pure rice sake made for drinking while enjoying "Kitakata ramen."
  • Romantic space: Be sure to experience the historical kura space and the innovative sake brewing resonating with Mozart through your five senses.

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