Tamamura Honten: A Legacy of Sake and Beer

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Experience the taste of tradition and innovation at Tamamura Honten, a celebrated sake and craft beer brewery in Nagano since 1805.

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Established in 1805, Tamamura Honten is a renowned brewery in Yamanouchi, Nagano, celebrated for its exceptional sake and craft beer. Producing sake for over 210 years, the brewery began crafting Shiga Kogen Beer in 2004. Visitors can explore the brewery, sample artisanal beverages, and purchase their favorites.

A brief summary to Tamamura Honten

1163 Hirao, Yamanochi, Hirao, Shimotakai District, Nagano, 381-0401, JP
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Monday 9 am-5:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am-5:30 pm
Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm
Friday 9 am-5:30 pm
Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm

Local tips

Check the brewery's website for information on seasonal sake and beer releases.
Visit during the Snow Monkey Beer Live festival in March to sample a wide variety of craft beers.
Try the 'Engi' sake, known for its fresh and rich taste.
Sample the draft beers, with different brands available depending on the day.

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Getting There

Train

From Nagano Station, take the Nagano Electric Railway to Yudanaka Station. From Yudanaka Station, Tamamura Honten is approximately 2 kilometers away. Consider taking a taxi from the station for a quick 5-minute ride or enjoy a 25-minute walk. The train ride from Nagano to Yudanaka takes about 45 minutes and costs ¥1,000-¥1,300.
Taxi

Taxis are available from Yudanaka Station. A taxi ride to Tamamura Honten will take approximately 5 minutes. Taxi fares in the area start at ¥700 for the first 1.19 km, with an additional ¥100 for every 229 meters. A short trip from the station should cost around ¥1,000-¥1,500.
Walking

From Yudanaka Station, Tamamura Honten is about a 25-minute walk. Head east from the station and follow the main road (Route 292). The brewery will be on your right. Enjoy the scenic walk through the town.

Discover more about Tamamura Honten

Tamamura Honten, located in Yamanouchi at the foot of the Shiga Kogen plateau, has a rich history dating back to 1805. Originally a sake brewery, it carries on a tradition that began when Kisoji I trained as a sake brewer in Tamamura, Joshu (present-day Tamamura-cho, Gunma Prefecture). The brewery's name reflects these origins. For over two centuries, Tamamura Honten has crafted sake using the pure water, clean air, and cold temperatures characteristic of this mountainous region. In 2004, the brewery expanded its offerings to include craft beer under the name Shigakogen Beer. This beer quickly gained popularity, leading to the establishment of the Snow Monkey Beer Live festival, an annual event showcasing craft breweries from across Japan. Today, Tamamura Honten offers visitors a chance to experience both its sake and beer. The brewery features a tasting corner where guests can sample a variety of sake and draft beers. The shop also offers a range of products for purchase, making it a must-visit destination for alcohol enthusiasts.