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    While in Asahikawa, I made a special trip to the Otokoyama Sake Brewing Museum. Otokoyama is a sake brand with more than 350 years of history. Inside, you can see exhibits related to traditional sake brewing and learn about the brewing culture Otokoyama has developed over the years. The entire place is very clean and comfortable to walk around. Of course, I was most looking forward to the tasting. There are quite a few Otokoyama varieties available to sample, so you can take your time comparing the different flavors.

    Besides sake, there's another interesting experience here: you can drink the natural water used for brewing. The water is clean and slightly sweet, and very pleasant to drink. I also tried their specialty frozen treat, flavored with rice syrup. It had a very distinctive taste, completely different from the usual frozen desserts.

    It's not just a place to drink sake—you can also learn about its history and brewing culture. If you like sake or are interested in traditional Japanese culture, this is worth adding to your Asahikawa itinerary!

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    If you’re visiting Asahikawa in Hokkaido, you should definitely make time for the Otokoyama Sake Brewing Museum! 🍶

    This place doesn’t just introduce the history and brewing process of Japanese sake. It also displays many valuable brewing tools and historical items, giving you a deeper look into Japanese sake culture.

    The highlight, of course, is the free sake tasting. You can sample several different styles of Otokoyama sake at once and find the flavor you like best. After tasting, don’t forget to browse the shop. The limited-edition sake and souvenirs are well worth taking home.

    It’s an Asahikawa spot that sake lovers shouldn’t miss!

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    At Otokoyama Sake Brewery, you can sample 12 different kinds of sake all at once (paid tasting required), and even enjoy a scoop of their special ice cream surrounded by the aroma of sake. The gently boozy sweetness and cool, creamy texture come together beautifully, adding a delightful surprise to the trip. They also sell related products.

    This place is more than just a brewery—it feels like a little adventure for your taste buds.

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    The museum offers free sake tastings, so you can try different varieties of Otokoyama sake and really get a feel for what makes sake so special.

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    The Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum is a must-visit for anyone who loves Japanese sake. You really can't miss this famous brewery!

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