Miso Brewery Tours in Matsumoto
Nagano, Japan • INR 8580 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Apr, Aug, Oct
3°C – 17°C, spring weather, mild temperatures, cherry blossom season, high crowds, peak season
3°C – 17°C, spring weather, mild temperatures, cherry blossom season, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Tour involves walking, stairs, uneven floors; limited seating available.
Tour involves walking, stairs, uneven floors; limited seating available.
Value for money
Medium
Free tour offers good value, lunch is extra but worthwhile.
Free tour offers good value, lunch is extra but worthwhile.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Tasty Tradition
Couples loved the miso tasting and learning about the process together. A unique date!
Authentic Experience
Visitors felt the tour was a truly immersive cultural experience, highly recommended for couples.
Delicious Lunch
The miso-based lunch was a highlight for many couples; savory and satisfying.
Poor Directions
Some couples found the directions to the tour a bit confusing upon arrival.
Limited English
Travelers said the English language support was minimal in certain areas of the tour.
Overcrowded Tours
Couples noted that at peak times, the tours could feel a little crowded.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
In-depth experience
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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
December
LOW
-2-6°C
Cold and mostly dry, with occasional light snow. Crisp winter air and fewer tourists.
Cold and mostly dry, with occasional light snow. Crisp winter air and fewer tourists.
Open
Brewery tours and shops operate normally, but check for holiday closures near year-end. No advance booking required.
Brewery tours and shops operate normally, but check for holiday closures near year-end. No advance booking required.
Recommended
Ideal for visitors seeking a tranquil experience. Dress warmly; tours operate as usual but check holiday schedules for late December.
Ideal for visitors seeking a tranquil experience. Dress warmly; tours operate as usual but check holiday schedules for late December.
January
LOW
-6-4°C
Cold winter weather, occasional snow, crisp air. Outdoor conditions are chilly but tours are indoors.
Cold winter weather, occasional snow, crisp air. Outdoor conditions are chilly but tours are indoors.
Open
Tours operate year-round; however, some English tours may require advance inquiry due to staff availability.
Tours operate year-round; however, some English tours may require advance inquiry due to staff availability.
Not recommended
Tours at Matsumoto miso breweries are available and indoors, but cold weather and possible snow may affect transport. Not a popular time for general tourism.
Tours at Matsumoto miso breweries are available and indoors, but cold weather and possible snow may affect transport. Not a popular time for general tourism.
February
LOW
-5-6°C
Still cold, with occasional snowfall. Weather remains crisp and dry, indoor tours unaffected.
Still cold, with occasional snowfall. Weather remains crisp and dry, indoor tours unaffected.
Open
Open year-round but some days may have reduced English guidance, especially outside of weekends/holidays.
Open year-round but some days may have reduced English guidance, especially outside of weekends/holidays.
Not recommended
Miso brewery tours continue as usual. Cold weather persists. Accessibility to Matsumoto is stable, but check for winter transport delays.
Miso brewery tours continue as usual. Cold weather persists. Accessibility to Matsumoto is stable, but check for winter transport delays.
March
MEDIUM
-2-11°C
Transition to milder weather. Occasional rain or late snow, but more comfortable for walking tours.
Transition to milder weather. Occasional rain or late snow, but more comfortable for walking tours.
Open
No major restrictions; advance inquiry for English tours still recommended.
No major restrictions; advance inquiry for English tours still recommended.
Recommended
Better weather for travel makes March a more pleasant time to visit. Brewery operations and tours are fully available.
Better weather for travel makes March a more pleasant time to visit. Brewery operations and tours are fully available.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Take the Town Sneaker bus (East Course) from Matsumoto Station to the Shimin-geijutsukan stop (7 min ride), then walk 5 minutes.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis are readily available at Matsumoto Station for direct transport to the brewery.
Walking
Recommended
The brewery is a 15-20 minute walk from JR Matsumoto Station.
Bike
Rental bikes are available for getting around the city.
Car
Drive from the Matsumoto Interchange (IC) (15-20 min). On-site parking is available.
Train
The brewery is a 15-20 minute walk from JR Matsumoto Station.
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