Shoryakuji Bodaimoto Sake Festival 2027

period: January 9, 2027 (Sat)
cost: Sake tasting and kasujiru are charged (prices not listed officially).
Venue & access: Shoryakuji Temple Nara Kotsu plans to run a special bus on the day (timetable to be announced). By taxi, about 25 min from JR/Kintetsu Nara Station or about 20 min from JR/Kintetsu Tenri Station.

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Why You Should Visit

Shoryakuji, a temple in the hills of Nara City regarded as the birthplace of refined sake, holds this event every January. In the temple grounds, the sake starter known as bodaimoto is prepared, and visitors can watch the process. Sake tasting and kasujiru (sake-lees soup) are also offered for a fee, and Nara Kotsu plans to run a special bus on the day. A good pick for sake lovers who want to see where Japanese sake brewing is said to have begun.

NOTE

Watch the bodaimoto sake starter being prepared in the temple grounds
Sake tasting and kasujiru (charged)

The regular route bus to the temple has been discontinued, so on the day use the special bus, a taxi or a car.

Enquiries: Shoryakuji Temple 0742-62-9569

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FAQ

When is the Bodaimoto Sake Festival held?

Every January. The temple has announced 9 January 2027 (Saturday) for the next festival.

Is the sake free?

No. Sake tasting and kasujiru are charged.

Can I get there by bus?

There is no regular route bus, but Nara Kotsu plans to run a special bus on the festival day. The timetable will be posted on the temple website.