Tour traditional brewery at Ide Sake
Kawaguchiko, Japan • JPY 1500 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedKawaguchiko, Japan
• JPY 1500Underrated
Best months to visit
Apr, Jul, Aug
3°C – 17°C, mild and pleasant; cherry blossoms may bloom in mid to late april, high crowds, peak season
3°C – 17°C, mild and pleasant; cherry blossoms may bloom in mid to late april, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Tour includes walking, stairs, uneven terrain, and some seating in the shop.
Tour includes walking, stairs, uneven terrain, and some seating in the shop.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but the experience and sake quality are good.
Pricey, but the experience and sake quality are good.
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Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the sake tasting and historical tour. A perfect date.
Informative Tour
Visitors found the tour incredibly detailed and the guides very friendly and helpful.
Delicious Sake
Travelers raved about the quality of the sake, especially the Kai no Kaiun.
Booking Issues
Some couples struggled to book tours due to limited availability and high demand.
Overcrowded Tours
Travelers noted tours could feel rushed during peak season. Not so relaxing.
Limited Tasting
Some felt the tasting portions were small, especially for the price.
Hours of operation
Monday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Tuesday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Wednesday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Thursday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Friday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Saturday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Sunday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
HIGH
3-17°C
Mild and pleasant; cherry blossoms may bloom in mid to late April.
Mild and pleasant; cherry blossoms may bloom in mid to late April.
Open
Tours fill up quickly; advance booking is essential.
Tours fill up quickly; advance booking is essential.
Recommended
April is peak tourist season due to cherry blossoms and comfortable weather. The brewery is busy, and prices for local accommodations may rise.
April is peak tourist season due to cherry blossoms and comfortable weather. The brewery is busy, and prices for local accommodations may rise.
May
MEDIUM
10-21°C
Mild and comfortable with blooming scenery, generally pleasant for outdoor activities.
Mild and comfortable with blooming scenery, generally pleasant for outdoor activities.
Open
Tours require advance reservation; English-speaking guides available.
Tours require advance reservation; English-speaking guides available.
Recommended
May is an excellent time to tour Ide Sake Brewery, with pleasant weather and manageable visitor numbers. Brewery tours and sake tasting are available. The venue is accessible and welcomes international tourists.
May is an excellent time to tour Ide Sake Brewery, with pleasant weather and manageable visitor numbers. Brewery tours and sake tasting are available. The venue is accessible and welcomes international tourists.
June
LOW
14-24°C
Warmer temperatures but increased rainfall due to Japan’s rainy season (tsuyu).
Warmer temperatures but increased rainfall due to Japan’s rainy season (tsuyu).
Open
Tours operate as usual. Some outdoor areas may be less pleasant during rain.
Tours operate as usual. Some outdoor areas may be less pleasant during rain.
Recommended
June is suitable for brewery tours, with lower crowds but higher chance of rain. Indoor nature of the tour makes it a good rainy day activity.
June is suitable for brewery tours, with lower crowds but higher chance of rain. Indoor nature of the tour makes it a good rainy day activity.
July
HIGH
18-27°C
Warm and humid, with the rainy season ending in early July. More sunshine later in the month.
Warm and humid, with the rainy season ending in early July. More sunshine later in the month.
Open
Advance booking strongly recommended due to high demand.
Advance booking strongly recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
July is popular for visiting; expect higher prices and increased crowds, especially after the rainy season ends. Brewery tours remain available with prior reservation.
July is popular for visiting; expect higher prices and increased crowds, especially after the rainy season ends. Brewery tours remain available with prior reservation.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
