Andō Brewery

Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)


Rows of Hinamatsuri dolls welcome visitors to this centuries-old brewery overseen by one of the oldest families in Akita Prefecture. Andō makes soy sauce and miso (sorry, tipplers, not that kind of brewery!) in a beautiful, brick storehouse from the late 19th century. You can tour a few rooms and sample the wares (for free!) in the cosy cafe. There are also all sorts of soy-flavoured products available for purchase, from sauce to ice cream.


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