Obata Shuzo (尾畑酒造株式会社)
Obata Shuzo is a brewery in Niigata Prefecture, founded in 1892. Obata Shuzo is the maker of Manotsuru on Sado Island, Niigata, founded in 1892. In 2014 it turned a closed elementary school into a brewery called Gakkogura.
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Key facts
| Name | Obata Shuzo (尾畑酒造株式会社) |
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| Location | Niigata Prefecture |
| Founded | 1892 |
| Makes | Sake |
| Website | www.obata-shuzo.com/home |
What kind of brewery is it?
History
The brewery was founded in 1892 in Mano village, when Yozosaku Obata took over a brewery from the Yamamoto family. It works under the motto Shiho Wajo, treating rice, water, people and Sado itself as four treasures. Its brand name Manotsuru is said to relate to a toji who once led the brewery. In 2014 it converted a closed elementary school into Gakkogura, which welcomes visitors with a cafe, tastings, brewing experiences and study programmes.
What makes it distinct
| Also | Motto Shiho Wajo: rice, water, people and Sado as four treasures |
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| Also | Gakkogura brewery opened in a former school in 2014 |
Visiting
Brewery tours and Gakkogura, with a cafe and tastings, are offered. Confirm booking via the official site or by phone (0259-55-3171).
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