MIZKAN MUSEUM

An interactive museum where you can enjoy learning about the history of vinegar-making and brewing techniques of Mizkan, a long-established seasoning maker founded in 1804, along with the appeal of Japanese food culture such as sushi and hot pot dishes.

Inside, the museum is divided into five zones: Earth Warehouse, where giant barrels and tools are displayed and you can learn about the dedication behind vinegar-making; Wind Corridor, which features old photos of Handa and noren curtains inspired by local festivals; Time Warehouse, where a Approx. 20-meter-long Benzaisen cargo ship once used to transport vinegar has been recreated; Water Theater, where you can watch a film on a giant screen themed around the connection between food and life; and Garden of Light, where you can have fun thinking about the future of food. Choose either the full museum course, which covers both free zones and all guided zones, or the mini course, which lets you explore only the free zones.

There are also plenty of hands-on activities, including the Ajipon Studio, where you can create an Ajipon label with your own face on it, and attractions where you can learn about food loss. The shop sells exclusive items available only here, including limited-quantity brewed vinegar, so be sure to stop by. Installing the dedicated app before your visit will make the experience even more enjoyable.