Yamada Nishiki Festival (Day 1 of 2)

Experience the 31st Yamada Nishiki Festival, a lively sake-centric celebration taking place in Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. Enjoy taiko drum performances, sake barrel ceremonies, mini live shows, mochi toss, sake maker presentations, and hands-on cultural events. Sample a variety of sake in Japan’s top sake rice producing region. The first day features traditional drum performances, welcome events, sake brewing songs, and sake samples from notable breweries. The festival is family-friendly and offers an authentic taste of local culture and hospitality. The event runs March 14–15, but this listing covers the first day of festivities.