Sakagura Life
In a quiet town nestled among rice paddies, you’ve bought an old sake brewery for a bargain. Craft premium sake, build friendships with locals and friendly Yokai, and battle hostile spirits while solving puzzles in this unique blend of life sim, adventure, and brewing.
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7 itemsAbout the Game
Sakagura Life is an immersive life simulation RPG set in the tranquil beauty of modern rural Japan!
You've inherited your family's old sake brewery (Sakagura) in Mizutani, a peaceful town nestled among rice paddies and forests. Armed with traditional brewing tools and a passion for crafting, it's time to dive into the art of sake-making and restore the brewery from the ground up. Can you master the delicate process of producing Japan’s finest sake while building lasting relationships with the townsfolk and mystical Yokai? With hard work and dedication, you just might bring the community together and revitalize the sake tradition!
Features
Craft premium sake using traditional methods. From cultivating rice in your own paddies to refining and fermenting it into exquisite sake, you'll experience the full brewing process firsthand. Experiment with ingredients and techniques to create unique varieties with distinct flavors.
Build relationships with the locals and Yokai. Share meals and sake at local restaurants and bars to form bonds with the townspeople. Befriend spirits like the enigmatic Yokai, who will help you in combat and exploration. The deeper your friendships, the more opportunities and rewards await!
Explore a world steeped in Japanese culture and folklore. Uncover the mysteries of your rural town and its surrounding areas, where modern life meets ancient traditions. Engage with fascinating characters and discover hidden stories.
Befriend Yokai to unlock their powers. These mystical spirits can become your allies, offering assistance in combat and exploration. Master their abilities and use them to solve environmental challenges or battle the forces that threaten your brewery and town.
Engage in strategic combat with hostile Yokai. Not all spirits are friendly! Some Yokai will challenge you in combat. Face off against these dangerous foes, using strategy and skill to overcome them. The Yokai you befriend, however, can join your side, offering powerful abilities to assist you in battle.
Solve puzzles and uncover mysteries. Dive into environmental puzzles and point-and-click adventure-style challenges to unlock hidden areas, gather rare ingredients, and reveal the secrets of the town. Whether it's solving a puzzle with the help of a Yokai or discovering clues, you'll always have something new to explore.
Customize your brewery and sake recipes. Upgrade your Sake brewery with new equipment and technology, improving your brewing output. Combine traditional craftsmanship with modern methods to innovate your recipes and create unique, high-quality sake that will leave an impact on the town.
Seasonal events and festivals. Take part in a variety of seasonal activities inspired by Japanese culture, from traditional festivals to rice harvests. These special events bring the town to life and provide new ways to engage with the community.
Bring your sake brewery back to life!
As the new owner of the sake brewery, it's your chance to perfect the art of brewing, unite the community, and turn your new business into a thriving success. Will you build your lasting legacy in the town?
