Asabiraki Sake Brewery Sekison-tei

Asabiraki has been producing sake in Morioka since 1871, drawing on water from the Kitakami River and rice from Iwate's plains. Guided tours walk through the traditional brewing process from rice polishing to fermentation, and the on-site restaurant Sekison-tei, set inside a converted warehouse, serves a full menu designed to pair with the brewery's lineup. Dishes feature Iwate ingredients: wanko soba, Maesawa beef, and seasonal mountain vegetables. The attached shop carries the complete Asabiraki range, including limited-edition bottles only sold at the brewery. It is a natural fit if you are already in Morioka for the food culture and want one stop that combines the city's brewing heritage with a proper sit-down meal.