Where to Find Quality Sake in Nagoya: 5 Local Sake Retailers

At Kurashu, we serve customers from around the world, and we understand that when visiting Nagoya, you might want to purchase local sake directly from retail stores.

We'd like to introduce five sake retailers around Nagoya Station that specialize in Japanese sake. Please note that many of these stores are located some distance from the nearest station, so traveling by car is recommended when possible. For English assistance and tax-free shopping information, please contact the stores directly.

We hope this guide helps you find your favorite sake in Nagoya!

5 Sake Retailers in Nagoya

1:Shusendo Horiichi Main Store (酒泉洞堀一)

A sake retailer known for carrying many rare and popular sake brands, with regular lottery sales for limited editions.
In addition to the main store, they also operate a small shop in the underground shopping mall directly connected to Fushimi Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line.

Address: 3-19-22 Biwajima, Nishi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-19:00 | Sundays & Holidays 11:00-19:00
Payment methods: Cash or PayPay only. Please note that credit cards are not accepted.

2: Gotouya (ごとう屋)

A sake retailer that carries local sake from all over Japan, with special focus on the three Tokai prefectures. This community-based store has charming hand-written newspaper-style product descriptions.

Address: 1-10-1 Yashiro-cho, Kita-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Hours: Monday-Saturday & Holidays 9:30-20:00 | Closed Sundays
Credit Cards: American Express / VISA / JCB / MasterCard

3: Liquor Shop OHTAKE (リカーショップ オオタケ)

Established in 1938, this shop has an excellent selection of sake from Aichi breweries such as "Hoshiizumi" and "Rakunoyo." They're open late on weekdays, and many customers praise their impressive sake selection.

Address: 1-34-18 Haruoka, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Hours: Weekdays 10:00-23:00 | Sundays & Holidays 10:00-20:00

4: Chitashige (知多繁)

※Image source: Chitashige website

A historic sake retailer that celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2020, currently operated by the fourth-generation owner. Google reviews frequently mention their excellent sake selection.

Address: 1-18 Ikebata-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Hours: 9:00-20:00 | Closed Wednesdays
Credit Cards: VISA / MasterCard

5: IMADEYA NAGOYA SAKAE

The Nagoya branch of the major sake retail chain, IMADEYA, conveniently located in the basement floor of Matsuzakaya department store near Sakae Station. Although small, the shop carries popular sake brands, sake vessels, and accessories. The interior design itself is worth a visit.

Address: Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store North Building B1F, 3-15-20 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Credit Cards: VISA / MasterCard / JCB / American Express / Diners

Note: Please check with each store directly for the most up-to-date hours and address information.

Three Benefits of Kurashu Online Shop for Enjoying Sake More Easily

If visiting these stores in person is difficult, please consider using our online shop, Kurashu. As an online-only retailer, we offer several unique advantages.

Benefit 1: 91% Shipping Satisfaction Rate

We ship orders placed by 12 PM* on the same day, allowing us to meet your needs when you want sake quickly. We've achieved a 91% satisfaction rate for our shipping and packaging (based on 490 responses)**. We can also deliver directly to your hotel, so please take advantage of this service!

• *As of March 2025
• **Based on survey results from domestic online shop REIKA (5-point scale, counting "very satisfied" and "somewhat satisfied" responses)

Benefit 2: English Language Support

All our products include English descriptions, and we can handle customer inquiries in English. Payment instructions and shipping notifications are available entirely in English, making our service accessible to customers from around the world.

Benefit 3: -5°C Quality Control

We store our sake in refrigerated warehouses at the optimal temperature of -5°C, ensuring you can enjoy sake with the fresh taste as if it were just pressed. (Excluding certain products recommended for room temperature storage.) For domestic shipping, you can choose between refrigerated or room temperature delivery methods.

Note: International shipping is available at room temperature only. Please be aware that sake will be stored at room temperature for approximately 3-7 days during shipping.

Final Thoughts

Nagoya is famous for its local specialties like miso katsu (breaded pork cutlet with miso sauce), hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice), and ogura toast (red bean paste on toast), which generally feature rich umami and strong flavors. When looking for local sake to complement these specialties, please refer to this article to find your favorite.

If visiting stores in person is difficult, please consider Kurashu. We maintain our sake at -5°C and offer chilled shipping, ensuring we can meet your needs for enjoying sake in the highest quality condition. We look forward to serving you!