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Brewery
Yokobue / Ito Shuzo
Yokobue / Ito Shuzo is one of Kamisuwa’s five Suwa Gokura breweries and a core stop in the compact brewery-walk experience.
TRAVEL REALITY
Can you actually go?
The practical answer first — before the story.
HoursOpen 8:30–17:00 on weekdays and 10:00–17:00 on weekends and holidays; Gokuraku Set tasting ends 30 minutes before closing.Approved planning information
TastingUse the Gokuraku Set here for 4–5 small sake tastings, or choose take-home cup sake instead.Approved planning information
Visit typeThis is a brewery tasting stop, not a brewery tour.Approved planning information
TASTE THE PLACE
What to try here
Yokobue is the signature label here; the official Suwa Gokura guide highlights Yokobue Junmai, known for sweetness, a dry finish, and being enjoyable warmed.
LOCATION
Find this place
2-3-6 Suwa, Suwa, Nagano 392-0004, Japan
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