MIKURA Vinegary

Nestled among the lush mountains of Taki Town in Mie Prefecture, VISON is a destination that feels like a small village spread across rolling hills. Among its distinctive white-walled buildings with triangular roofs, one stands out as MIKURA Vinegary, where visitors can explore vinegar brewing, tasting, and shopping experiences. As soon as you step inside, the refreshing aroma of vinegar fills the air. This facility is both a shop and a brewery, producing brown rice vinegar and sake lees vinegar. The ingredients are sourced locally from Taki Town: brown rice from Onishi Farm and sake lees from Kawabu Brewery's Hokosugi brand. These local ingredients are carefully transformed into vinegar that reflects the unique character of the region. The brewing area is located right on-site, allowing visitors a glimpse into the production process. If you're lucky, you may even witness the preparation work in progress. Watching vinegar slowly mature in wooden barrels, with a thin white layer of beneficial microorganisms forming on the surface, offers a fascinating insight into the living world of fermentation. One of the highlights is the opportunity to taste and compare different varieties. From traditional vinegars to fruit vinegars and ponzu, visitors can discover a range of flavors and learn how they can be enjoyed in everyday cooking and drinks. The exceptional quality of these products, even favored by professional chefs, also makes them ideal souvenirs. You can also enjoy soft-serve ice cream blended with vinegar and refreshing vinegar-based beverages. Come see, taste, and experience the refreshing world of vinegar that will leave both your body and mind feeling revitalized.