Urakasumi Brewery Festival 2026
Urakasumi Sake Brewery Headquarters (Saura Co., Ltd.) 2-19 Motomachi, Shiogama
Week of Events
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 -Nishide Sake Brewery 113th Anniversary Festival 2026
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April 26, 2026 -Chiyo Brewery Spring Sake Tasting and Open House
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April 26, 2026 -Bizen Exhibition
Nishide Sake Brewery 113th Anniversary Festival 2026
Celebrate the 113th anniversary of Nishide Sake Brewery at their fun-filled festival! Enjoy free admission, an array of food stalls including original curry, kuzubaru, sake lees donuts, mitarashi dango, sake lees char siu, mazesoba, blueberry pound cake, and a sake tasting corner. The day also features brewery tours, a kagami-wari sake barrel opening, a rock-paper-scissors...
Chiyo Brewery Spring Sake Tasting and Open House
Celebrate spring at Chiyo Brewery's annual open house and sake tasting event! Enjoy exclusive brewery access and sample a variety of seasonal sakes, with two sessions throughout the day. Each session is limited to 200 participants. Experience the craftsmanship and vibrant flavors of Chiyo Brewery in a festive, welcoming atmosphere.
Bizen Exhibition
The Bizen Exhibition brings together 18 Bizen ware artists with two renowned sake breweries for a unique fusion of ceramic artistry and sake culture. Held at Gallery Mugenan Ginza, this event features a special sake tasting experience where you can sample sake served in beautiful Bizen ware vessels, highlighting the interplay between clay, fire, and...
Monday, April 27, 2026
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April 27, 2026 -Curated Japanese Sake Tasting at Orihara Shoten
Curated Japanese Sake Tasting at Orihara Shoten
Orihara Shoten in Monzen Nakacho, Tokyo, is hosting a curated Japanese sake tasting event. Sample a handpicked selection of sake during one of two available sessions—each lasting 60 minutes. This is the second time the event is being held. Check the reservation form for more details and be sure to book ahead, as space is...
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026 -Urakasumi Brewery Festival 2026
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April 29, 2026 -Outreach Kurabiraki 2026
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April 29, 2026 -Yoneda Brewery Open Day 2026
Urakasumi Brewery Festival 2026
Urakasumi Brewery marks over 300 years since its founding with the Urakasumi Brewery Festival 2026 in Shiogama, Miyagi Prefecture. Attendees can enjoy sake tastings, tours of the historic brewery, and various local festivities celebrating Japanese sake craftsmanship. This one-day event is perfect for sake enthusiasts and anyone interested in Japanese brewing heritage.
Outreach Kurabiraki 2026
A special collaboration event featuring three breweries – Yamanokotobuki Brewery (sake), Tenpai Distillery (shochu), and Ōga Brewery (sake) – is set for April 29, 2026, at Todoroki Sake Shop in Fukuoka. Attendees can try and purchase limited edition sake and shochu only available at this gathering. This year brings a unique twist with an art...
Yoneda Brewery Open Day 2026
Yoneda Brewery is hosting its annual Warehouse Open Day in Matsue, Japan! Enjoy a day of sake tastings, exclusive sake sales (only available on the event day), brewery tours guided by the brewers themselves, and a fun sake-tasting coin game. Don't miss out on delicious food, snacks to pair with your drinks, and a bustling...
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026 -Craftmans Dinner with Cindy Bissig and Tsukino Katsura Sake
Craftmans Dinner with Cindy Bissig and Tsukino Katsura Sake
Enjoy a sophisticated evening at KŌSA with a six-course dinner expertly paired with Tsukino Katsura sake, guided by Cindy Bissig. Savor unique sake and culinary pairings in a creative setting. The event features a full tasting experience with insights into pairing techniques. Doors open at 18:30 on April 30, making it a must for sake...
Friday, May 1, 2026
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May 1, 2026 -TOKIO ART BOOK FAIR 2026 (Day 1 of 3)
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May 1, 2026 -Kyoto Tower Sando Food Hall Sake Festa (Day 1 of 6)
TOKIO ART BOOK FAIR 2026 (Day 1 of 3)
The TOKIO ART BOOK FAIR 2026 is back for its second edition at the Shiba Park Hotel in Tokyo! This three-day event is a vibrant gathering of artists, publishers, bookshops, and galleries from Japan and around the world, all showcasing their creative works in art books, zines, and more. With 52 exhibitors invited through a...
Kyoto Tower Sando Food Hall Sake Festa (Day 1 of 6)
Experience the vibrant world of Japanese sake at the Kyoto Tower Sando Food Hall Sake Festa! Savour a selection of premium sake from Kyoto's renowned breweries, with special booths and expertly curated food pairings from local food hall vendors. Whether you're a sake enthusiast or a curious taster, this festival brings together food, drink, and...
Saturday, May 2, 2026
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May 2, 2026 -Yoikana Sake Brewery Open Days (Day 1 of 4)
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May 2, 2026 -Ibaraki Shuzo Open House & Brewery Opening
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May 2, 2026 -Nakajima Shuzo Spring Brewery Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
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May 2, 2026 -UTAGE in Sendai 2026 [BBQ & Sake Festival]
Yoikana Sake Brewery Open Days (Day 1 of 4)
Yoikana Sake Brewery is hosting its very first open brewery event, inviting guests to explore the world of sake over four special days. Visitors can enjoy brewery tours, hands-on workshops like mini cedar ball (sugidama) making and sake blending (paid), as well as paid sake tastings using a ticket system. Limited-edition sake will be available...
Ibaraki Shuzo Open House & Brewery Opening
Don't miss the first-ever open house and brewery opening at Ibaraki Shuzo! Enjoy a day of sake tastings and food vendors in a relaxed, welcoming environment. No reservations are required. This is a great opportunity to explore the brewery and learn about sake production.
Nakajima Shuzo Spring Brewery Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
Nakajima Shuzo will be hosting their Spring Brewery Festival on May 2nd and 3rd, 2026. This celebration marks the opening of the brewery for the season, with special festivities, sake, and community spirit. Timing and other details will be announced at a later date.
UTAGE in Sendai 2026 [BBQ & Sake Festival]
UTAGE in Sendai 2026 brings together master brewers from eleven premier sake breweries across Hokkaido and Tohoku for a festive day of unlimited sake, BBQ, and beer. This unique celebration lets guests interact directly with the brewers, enjoy exclusive event sakes (including some limited editions), and gain behind-the-scenes insights as they toast to the season....
