Kokonoe Mirin

Founded in 1772, this brewery is the birthplace of Mikawa mirin, with over 250 years of history. They continue to make mirin using traditional methods from the past. It also has a history of introducing mirin to the world for the first time when it was exhibited at the Paris World Exposition in 1900. The Kokonoe Okura , with its distinctive black walls, is a registered tangible cultural property. You can learn about the depth and enjoyment of mirin by visiting the Kokonoe Mirin Historical Museum, which exhibits ancient documents and tools related to Kokonoe , or by taking a guided tour of the mirin brewery, where expert staff will give you a tour of part of the brewery. (Guided tours of the mirin brewery are held three times a week, on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:00. Reservations are required.) After the guided tour of the mirin brewery, you can enjoy mirin tasting at the " Ishikawa Hachiroji Shoten" located on the premises, and take out the store-exclusive mirin soft serve ice cream. The wide variety of mirin products, including the carefully crafted Hon Mirin made at the mirin brewery where Mikawa Mirin originated, are sure to make an exceptional souvenir.