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Kiku-Masamune is a refined sake, and this is a museum of Kiku-Masamune sake-making located on the site of its maker’s brewery. It is an important location, where the history and tradition of 350 years of sake brewing are passed on to the present day. Entry is free, making it easy to drop in when sightseeing around Kobe.

The Sake Brewing Exhibit Room displays rows of Nada sake-making equipment that was once in actual use, all of which is designated as important tangible folk cultural property by the government. Experience the historic way of making Japanese sake for yourself through traditional equipment, including huge sake barrels and koshiki tubs used to steam rice.

After looking around, head to the area where you can try various types of Kiku-Masamune sake, including pure, unblended sake. Their well-loved Sake Brewery Soft Ice Cream is so popular that it sells out! In the adjacent shop, you’ll find a plentiful array of limited products from this classic brand that you can only enjoy here. There’s even sakamanju (steamed buns) made using junmai ginjo sake—perfect for souvenirs.