Discover the Essence of Sake at Echigo Sake Museum Ponshukan

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, head towards the Echigo area via Route 17. Once you reach Yuzawa, look for signs directing you to the Echigo Sake Museum Ponshukan at 2427-3 Yuzawa, Minamiuonuma District, Niigata 949-6101. There is parking available on-site, so you can park your car and easily access the museum. Note that you may need to pay for parking, which typically costs around 500 yen per day.

• Train and Walking

  For those using public transportation, take the Joetsu Shinkansen train to Echigo-Yuzawa Station. The journey from Tokyo takes about 1.5 hours. Upon arriving at Echigo-Yuzawa Station, exit the station and head towards the East Exit. From the East Exit, it is approximately a 15-minute walk to the Echigo Sake Museum Ponshukan. Follow the signs towards the museum or use a navigation app to guide you along the best walking route.

• Bus

  Alternatively, you can take a local bus from Echigo-Yuzawa Station. Look for the bus stop outside the station and board a bus heading towards Yuzawa Onsen or a similar destination that passes by the museum. The bus ride will take about 5-10 minutes, and you should alight at the stop closest to 2427-3 Yuzawa. Be sure to check the bus schedule for times, and keep some change handy for the fare, which is typically around 200-300 yen.