VIDEO: Exploring Japan: A look inside a sake brewery
VIDEO: Exploring Japan: A look inside a sake brewery
Fukushima Prefecture’s Aizu region is famous for its sake. The Lords of Aizu clan promoted sake brewing during severe famine in the late 18th century as a way to stimulate the local economy. This tradition and brewing skill have been passed down from generation to generation making the region one of the most-important producers of sake in the country. At Yamatogawa Shuzo and Tsurunoe Shuzo, two of Aizu’s prestigious brewers, visitors can see the superb expertise first-hand and sample the sake rich in tradition.
Subscribe to our Stripes Pacific newsletter and receive amazing travel stories, great event info, cultural information, interesting lifestyle articles and more directly in your inbox!
Follow us on social media!
Facebook: Stars and Stripes Pacific
Flipboard: Stars and Stripes Community Sites
Looking to travel while stationed abroad? Check out our other Pacific community sites!
Stripes Okinawa
Stripes Korea
Stripes Guam
Related Content
Recommended Content
