Welcome to BOKURA
Right next to our brewery lies a quiet space infused with time, memory, and the things we love.
BOKURA is ITO Sake Brewery’s direct shop, quietly carrying the spirit of the sakehouse and the moments that make us smile.
Here, you may encounter something “UMAI” that can only be found in this space—
a quiet, meaningful discovery by the source of it all.
What is BOKURA?
In 2002, our brewery owner and his wife renovated a more-than-200-year-old earthen storehouse by hand, with the help of a local carpenter.
This lovingly transformed kura, once used for brewing, was reconstructed using vintage beams, tools, and fittings from its own sake-making past.
Its walls, stairs, shelves, and benches all hold layers of time and memory.
Originally conceived as a place to share the owner’s personal passions, BOKURA grew into a sake-focused shop offering fermented goods, ceramics, and heartfelt conversation—often with vinyl records playing in the background, like a quiet terakoya.
You’ll find nearly all ITO Sake Brewery products here—plus special releases you may not find anywhere else.
It’s more than a shop. It’s a place to pause, pick things up, and choose with feeling.
What You Can Find at BOKURA
- UZUME Series, Dance of Five Styles
- Nama Sake (Unpasteurized)
- Premium Sake & Brewery Exclusives
- Fermented Foods (including sake lees)
- Ceramics (mainly Banko ware)
- Brewery-themed merchandise
A “drop” to remember from your journey.
Why People Visit BOKURA
BOKURA is a gentle stop along the journey for many travelers—especially those curious about Japanese fermentation and cultural craftsmanship. Visitors from around the world have found inspiration here, and we’re working to make the experience even more welcoming with multilingual support.
You might enjoy BOKURA if you:
- Wish to pause and feel the quiet soul of a historic sake brewery
- Are looking for heartfelt gifts with cultural depth
- Prefer selecting your sake slowly and personally, perhaps after a tour
- Have a growing interest in fermentation, craft, and seasonal flavors
- Want to connect with Japanese aesthetics through all five senses
- Hope to find a story-filled souvenir that stirs memory and meaning
Store Information
| Opening Hours | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (subject to change) |
| Address | 110 Sakuramachi, Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan For GPS: use 113 Sakuramachi for better guidance Access & Calendar: Click here for directions and business calendar |
| Parking | Available (up to mid-size buses; large buses require caution and prior notice) |
| Access | ~5 min from Yokkaichi IC ~13 min from Komono IC ~7 min walk from Kintetsu “Sakura” Station |
| Phone | +81-59-326-2020 (Feel free to call if you’re lost) |
| Closed | Tuesdays and Wednesdays (plus irregular closures; check the calendar for updates) Access & Calendar: Click here for directions and business calendar |
| Notes | The shop is not always staffed; if the door is locked, please use the intercom. Temporary closures may occur during events or busy periods. The building is not fully barrier-free; please contact us in advance if you need support. |