MIZKAN MUSEUM

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A museum operated by the Mizkan Group where you can experience the history and culture of Japanese vinegar.

Overview

MIZKAN MUSEUM, located in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture, is an experiential museum established by the Mizkan Group where you can learn about the history and culture of Japanese vinegar. Opened in 1986 (Showa 61), it was originally called "Su no Sato" (Vinegar Village). The museum houses a comprehensive collection of materials related to Mizkan's vinegar production, allowing visitors to explore the history of vinegar making from the Edo period to the present, including the manufacturing process and the history and culture of brewed vinegar. In the "Old Vinegar Making Zone," you can see tools used in vinegar production, the history of vinegar and barrel making from the Edo period, the warehouse craftsman system, the lives of the people, and the relationship between Handa's Kasu-zu (vinegar made from sake lees) and Edomae-style nigiri sushi. In the "Modern Vinegar Making Zone," you can tour the "fermentation room." The "Information Zone" provides information on the various uses and benefits of vinegar, as well as recipes. The museum temporarily closed on November 10, 2013 (Heisei 25), and reopened as "MIZKAN MUSEUM" on November 8, 2015 (Heisei 27). Its nickname is "MIM." It won the Good Design Award in 2016 (Heisei 28), the 58th BCS Award (sponsored by the Japan Federation of Construction Contractors) in 2017, and the 48th Chubu Architectural Award in the same year. MIZKAN MUSEUM is a valuable place to learn about and experience the history and culture of Japanese vinegar. Be sure to visit when you're in Handa City.

  • Historic Sites
  • Factory Tours

Basic Information

Address
2-20 Miyacho, Handa City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Aichi
Access
Car: Approximately 15 minutes from the Chita-hanto Road "Handa-chuo IC" or "Handa IC". Train: 13-minute walk from Meitetsu Kowa Line "Handa Station". 3-minute walk from JR Taketoyo Line "Handa Station". Bus: Take the Chita Bus Handa Kita-bu Line (Nihon Fukushi University bound) and get off at "Ginza-honmachi". It's a 2-minute walk from there. Alternatively, get off at "Handa Unga・Kura no Machi" for a 3-minute walk. Show route
Op.Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cld.Days
Thursdays, Year-end and New Year holidays, August 12th-16th
Fee
¥300 for adults, ¥200 for junior high and high school students, ¥100 for elementary school students, free for infants and toddlers. * Individuals with disability handbooks and one accompanying person receive a 50% discount.
INFO
Reservations are required for visits.
HP
https://www.mizkan.co.jp/enjoy/museum/

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