Hidden away on the quiet banks of the Shonai River in Moriyama Ward is the Asahi Brewery ATqr[ผรฎH๊. Visitors can learn fun facts about Asahi, the brewery and the basics of brewing. There are many boards and posters that illustrate the brewing process, and these
usually have a short English explanation as well. English brochures are also available at the reception desk. Tours in English are available, but you have to take a tour at the time they tell you. There are several Japanese-language tours throughout the day.
Open: Daily (09:30 - 15:00) Closed: 8/31(pm), 9/30(pm), 10/29(pm), 11/7(pm), & 11/8 Tour time: 75 minutes - including a 20 minute tasting period (max 3 drinks). Cost: Free Reservations: Reservations are required. English tours are available & can be reserved by calling 052-792-8966 (08:30 - 17:00).
For a tour in Japanese, book on-line at www.asahibeer.co.jp/factory/brewery/nagoya/
Points to Note: No food or pets allowed. Soft-drinks will be provided to designated drivers and visitors under 20 years of age; please do not drink & drive. The production line does not operate on weekends and holidays (and occasionally on weekdays);
tours on these days will be shown a video presentation to explain the production line.
Access: A 10-15 minute walk from the JR Chuo Linefs Shin Moriyama Station V็R (see map). Address: Nagoya City, Moriyama Ku, Nishi-gawara-cho 318 ผรฎs็Rๆผอดฌ318
