Gekkeikan Sake Brewery Festival 2026
Last Updated on March 5, 2026
The Fushimi district of Kyoto is preparing to host the annual Gekkeikan Sake Brewery festival, a celebration of the region’s long history of high-quality alcohol production.
This area is renowned for its exceptional groundwater and natural environment, which have provided the ideal conditions for local breweries to flourish for centuries.
The upcoming event will be held at the Gekkeikan Sake Brewery and is open to the public with no admission fee required for entry.
Attendees can look forward to a comprehensive program that includes guided brewery tours, live music performances, and various food booths featuring local cuisine.
The culinary offerings are specifically selected to complement the different varieties of sake available during the festival, providing guests with a complete tasting experience.
While general entry is free, those wishing to participate in the sake tasting sessions should note that these require a fee and are strictly cash only.
Organizers recommend that visitors arrive via public transportation as parking is not available and bringing a car to the site is prohibited.
The brewery is conveniently reached by a five minute walk from Chushojima Station on the Keihan Line or a ten minute walk from Fushimi-Momoyama and Momoyamagoryo-Mae Stations.
Event Details
| calendar_month DATE | Mar 14 2026 |
|---|---|
| schedule TIME | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| payments Cost | from ¥500 |
| info Website | Official Website |
| location_on Location | Gekkeikan Sake Brewery |
|---|---|
| map Area | Kyoto |
| category CATEGORY | Food Festival |
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