CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026!
The world’s largest sake culture event
is back–bigger and better than ever!
Join us at Roppongi Hills, in Tokyo, this April 2026!
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CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026
News
26.04.09
Day 1
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Day 11
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Day 13
- Date
- 2026.4.17 Fri.
- Theme
- 10th ANNIVERSARY SPARKLING SAKE TOAST
Celebrate our 10th anniversary with a toast! Day one features a brilliant collection of world-renowned sparkling sake. Savour the delicate, fine bubbles as we launch this milestone event in true style. Cheers to a spectacular beginning!
Sake
NANBU BIJIN
NANBU BIJIN
Iwate
MIZUBASHO
NAGAI SAKE
Gunma
DEWATSURU
AKITA SEISHU
Akita
NINKI ICHI
NINKI SHUZO
Fukushima
WATARIBUNE
HUCHU HOMARE SAKE COMPANY
Ibaraki
MUTSUHASSEN
HACHINOHE SHUZO
Aomori
SHICHIKEN
YAMANASHI MEIJO
Yamanashi
SHICHIDA
TENZAN SAKE BREWERY
Saga
URAKASUMI
SAURA
Miyagi
DEWAZAKURA
DEWAZAKURA SAKE BREWERY
Yamagata
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Ramen Break Beats
Kuriya Nanadaime Matsugorō
Ubu
Yoshiharu
ess.
Music
17:00-18:30
KiRK(DJ)
18:30-20:00
YAKEZAKE bros(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.18 Sat.
- Theme
- SAKE NEXT THE FUTURE
A gathering of the sake world’s elite. These visionary brewers defy convention, constantly evolving their craft and flavour profiles. Experience a lineup of leading figures whose immense popularity and skill make them a must-taste for all.
Sake
ARAMASA
ARAMASA
Akita
NICHI NICHI
NICHI NICHI JOZO
Kyoto
YAMANOI
AIZU BREWERY
Fukushima
KOGANESAWA
KAWAKEI SHOTEN
Miyagi
AKABU
AKABU SHUZO
Iwate
AIZU MUSUME
TAKAHASHI SHOSAKU SAKE BREWERY
Fukushima
YAMAGATA MASAMUNE
MITOBE SAKE BREWERY
Yamagata
ABE
ABE SAKE BREWERY
Niigata
BANSHU IKKON
SANYOHAI SHUZO
Hyogo
KAZE NO MORI
YUCHO SHUZO
Nara
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Ramen Break Beats
Kuriya Nanadaime Matsugorō
Ubu
Yoshiharu
ess.
Music
12:00-13:00
Ch1y0(DJ)
13:00-14:00
Suu(DJ)
14:00-15:00
Mary-chan(DJ)
15:00-16:00
Shota Nakatsugawa(DJ)
16:00-17:00
kijta(DJ)
17:30-18:15
Uchu Mao(LIVE)
18:30-20:00
Emiri(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.19 Sun.
- Theme
- EVOLVING STANDARDS
Meet the brewers shaping the future of sake. By uniting time-honoured craft with bold innovation, they transform once-radical brews into a new standard. Experience the emerging "New Standard" and the vibrant current state of sake today.
Sake
JIKON
KIYASHO SHUZO
Mie
UTASHIRO
TENRYOHAI BREWERY
Niigata
YOSHIDAGURA U
YOSHIDA SAKE BREWERY
Ishikawa
HAGI NO TSURU
HAGINO SHUZO
Miyagi
EMISHIKI
EMISHIKI SAKE BREWERY
Shiga
HIRAIZUMI
HIRAIZUMI HONPO
Akita
WAKANAMI
WAKANAMI SAKE BREWERY
Fukuoka
KAMOKINSHU
KANEMITSU SHUZO
Hiroshima
TANAKA ROKUJUGO
SHIRAITO SAKE BREWERY
Fukuoka
UBUSUNA
HANANOKA BREWERY
Kumamoto
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Ramen Break Beats
Kuriya Nanadaime Matsugorō
Ubu
Yoshiharu
ess.
Music
12:00-12:50
ReFuCafé(DJ)
12:50-13:40
Jackit(DJ)
13:40-14:30
Lily(DJ)
14:30-15:20
DJ SEIKA(DJ)
15:20-16:10
KiRK(DJ)
16:10-17:00
Tetsuji Tanaka(DJ)
17:30-18:15
Kano Nojima(LIVE)
18:30-20:00
PONY(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.20 Mon.
- Theme
- HERITAGE & INNOVATION
Historic breweries join forces with pioneering craft sake makers. Here, heritage meets fresh perspective to evolve the art of brewing. It is a day to savour the precise moment where the past and future of sake beautifully intertwine.
Sake
DASSAI BLUE
DASSAI
Yamaguchi
PUKU PUKU BREWING
PUKU PUKU BREWING
Fukushima
HARUSHIKA
IMANISHISEIBEI SYOUTEN
Nara
NAGURAYAMA
NAGURAYAMA SAKE BREWERY
Fukushima
SHO-KU
LAGOON BREWERY
Niigata
LIBROM
LIBROM CRAFT SAKE BREWERY
Fukuoka
KURAMOTO
KURAMOTO SAKE BREWING
Nara
WAKAEBISU
WAKAEBIS BREWERY
Mie
GIKYO
YAMACHU HONKE SHUZO
Aichi
AZUMAICHI
GOCHODA BREWERY
Saga
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Ramen Break Beats
Kuriya Nanadaime Matsugorō
Ubu
Yoshiharu
ess.
Music
17:00-18:30
DJ MASAYA(DJ)
18:30-20:00
TAKAP (DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.21 Tue.
- Theme
- THE CONNOISSEUR’S CHOICE
Breweries prioritising substance over style gather here. The intricate precision and depth revealed in every sip are marks of true quality. Discerning enthusiasts who value timeless worth over trends will appreciate the difference. A day for the real deal.
Sake
YUKI NO BIJIN
AKITA JOZO
Akita
HARUKASUMI
KURIBAYASHI SHUZOTEN
Akita
KARAHASHI
HOMARE SAKE BREWERY
Fukushima
TAKACHIYO
TAKACHIYO SHUZO
Niigata
DAINA
KIKUNOSATO SHUZO
Tochigi
KACHIKOMA
KIYOTO SAKE BREWING
Toyama
CHIEBIJIN
NAKANO SHUZO
Oita
KAGURA
MATSUI SAKE BREWERY
Kyoto
GASSAN
YOSHIDA SAKE BREWING
Shimane
NIIDA SHIZENSHU
NIIDA HONKE
Fukushima
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
SIIDA®️ × Kudan
Sakata Nobuo Shoten × Hohei
Shiojiro Tanoya × Yanousuke
Maruya Hatcho Miso × Okute Yamamotoya
Yamamotoyama × Fujie Sabo
Music
17:00-18:30
yuitty(DJ)
18:30-20:00
TERASHiii(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.22 Wed.
- Theme
- CREATIVE SAKE SPIRIT
Discover a diverse range of sake born from free-spirited ideas. Each bottle offers a unique aroma and flavour, ensuring a new discovery with every sip. Experience the sheer breadth and excitement that modern sake has to offer.
Sake
W
WATANABE SHUZOTEN
Gifu
HIZEN KURAGOKORO
YANO SHUZO
Saga
SISORA
SHIWA SHUZOTEN
Iwate
FUKUWAGURA
IMURAYA
Mie
MIKOTSURU
SUWA MIKOTSURU SAKE BREWERY
Nagano
KISSUI HIDARIUMA
ARIGA BREWERY
Fukushima
KEIRYU
ENDO BREWERY
Nagano
YAMASHIROYA
KOSHIMEIJO
Niigata
YAMATOYAZENNAI
MINE NO YUKI SHUZOJO
Fukushima
NITO
MARUISHI JOZO
Aichi
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
SIIDA®️ × Kudan
Sakata Nobuo Shoten × Hohei
Shiojiro Tanoya × Yanousuke
Maruya Hatcho Miso × Okute Yamamotoya
Yamamotoyama × Fujie Sabo
Music
17:00-18:30
DJ MASAYA(DJ)
18:30-19:30
Kuramari(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.23 Thu.
- Theme
- RISING STARS NEW ERA
A new legend begins with ten debut breweries. To mark our landmark 10th anniversary, we introduce fresh faces taking the stage for the first time. Be the first to discover the rising stars set to lead the industry into the next decade.
Sake
MORI NO BREWERY
MORI NO BREWERY
Hokkaido
MAISON AOI
AOI BREWERY
Niigata
NARAI
SUGINOMORI BREWERY
Nagano
GAZAN
TSURUMI SHUZO
Aichi
ABU NO TSURU
ABUNOTSURU SHUZO
Yamaguchi
KAME NO UMI
TSUCHIYA SHUZOTEN
Nagano
WAKAMUSUME
SHINTANI SHUZO
Yamaguchi
EIHEIJI HAKURYU
YOSHIDA BREWING
Fukui
YAMASAN
YAMASAN SHUZO
Nagano
Q/A
MIYAKE SHUZO
Hyogo
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
SIIDA®️ × Kudan
Sakata Nobuo Shoten × Hohei
Shiojiro Tanoya × Yanousuke
Maruya Hatcho Miso × Okute Yamamotoya
Yamamotoyama × Fujie Sabo
Music
17:00-18:30
KiRK(DJ)
18:30-20:00
SHOTα(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.24 Fri.
- Theme
- MODERN, FRESH & JUICY
Refreshing, light, and with a lingering finish. Discover the fresh flavours currently captivating so many. This sake experience focuses on pure enjoyment rather than complexity. A day symbolising the modern era where new fans are born.
Sake
KOUEIGIKU
KOUEIGIKU SAKE BREWERY
Saga
IBUKI
TOYOKUNI SAKE BREWERY
Fukushima
TENBI
CHOSHU SHUZO
Yamaguchi
TENMEI
AKEBONO SHUZO
Fukushima
INE TO AGAVE
INE TO AGAVE
Akita
OHMINE
OHMINE SAKE BREWERY
Yamaguchi
FUKUUMI
FUKUDA SAKE BREWING COMPANY
Nagasaki
KAMIKAWA TAISETSU
KAMIKAWA TAISETSU SAKE BREWERY
Hokkaido
HANAMURA
RYOZEKI SHUZO
Akita
HACCOBA
HACCOBA CRAFT SAKE BREWERY
Fukushima
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
SIIDA®️ × Kudan
Sakata Nobuo Shoten × Hohei
Shiojiro Tanoya × Yanousuke
Maruya Hatcho Miso × Okute Yamamotoya
Yamamotoyama × Fujie Sabo
Music
17:00-18:30
Yuichiro Kanda(DJ)
18:30-20:00
YAKEZAKE bros(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.25 Sat.
- Theme
- JAPAN’S HOTTEST BREWERIES
Ten of Japan’s most sought-after breweries gather for the weekend. Make it unforgettable with this popular lineup. Enjoy rare, hard-to-find labels served in peak condition. A golden opportunity to savour the very best of today’s vibrant scene.
Sake
SHINSHU KIREI
OKAZAKI BREWERY
Nagano
GAKKI MASAMUNE
OKI DAIKICHI HONTEN
Fukushima
KANKIKU
KANKIKU SAKE BREWERY
Chiba
HATSUMIDORI
OKUHIDA SHUZO
Gifu
KUDOKI JOZU
KAMENOI SHUZO
Yamagata
SHARAKU
MIYAIZUMI MEIJO
Fukushima
HIROTOGAWA
MATSUZAKI SHUZO
Fukushima
HIRAN
MORI SAKE BREWERY
Nagasaki
JOZAN
TOKOYAMA SAKE BREWERY
Fukui
NABESHIMA
FUKUCHIYO BREWERY
Saga
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Nakameguro Wakasa
Yakiniku Jumbo Hanare
Chef's
La Bombance
Schmatz
Music
12:00-12:50
ZIMA(DJ)
12:50-13:40
ReFuCafé(DJ)
13:40-14:30
Mary-chan(DJ)
14:30-15:20
Gohlem(DJ)
15:20-16:10
uuu7(DJ)
16:10-17:00
Junya Shimizu(DJ)
17:30-18:15
72(Natsu)(LIVE)
18:30-20:00
TERASHiii(DJ)
- Date
- 2025.4.26 Sun.
- Theme
- THE CRAFT SAKE WEEK LEGENDS
Ten Hall of Fame breweries that built the history of CSW. These legends have graced every event, enchanting fans for a decade. Experience the profound depth of their craft, presented with gratitude for ten years of partnership.
Sake
HAKURAKUSEI
NIIZAWA SAKE BREWERY
Miyagi
TENGUMAI
SHATA SHUZO
Ishikawa
MASUIZUMI
MASUDA SAKE COMPANY
Toyama
KOKURYU
KOKURYU SAKE BREWING
Fukui
YUKI NO BOSHA
SAIYA SHUZOTEN
Akita
IPPAKU SUISEI
FUKUROKUJU BREWERY
Akita
ZAKU
SHIMIZU SEIZABURO SHOTEN
Mie
ISOJIMAN
ISOJIMAN PREMIUM-SAKE BREWERY
Shizuoka
SENKIN
SENKIN
Tochigi
KID
HEIWA SHUZO
Wakayama
Music
12:00-13:00
Nosh(DJ)
13:00-14:00
Hinatapita(DJ)
14:00-15:00
YoshiKen(DJ)
15:00-16:00
NAOYA(DJ)
16:00-17:00
Kuramari(DJ)
17:30-18:15
Kano Nojima(LIVE)
18:30-20:00
VLOT(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.27 Mon.
- Theme
- SETOUCHI TERROIR
Breweries from the Setouchi region gather, nurtured by sea breezes and sun. From refreshing pours that pair perfectly with seafood to passionate, umami-rich flavours, savour the unique charm and terroir of this stunning coastal area.
Sake
GANGI
YAOSHIN SHUZO
Yamaguchi
TOSA SHIRAGIKU
SANTO SAKE BREWERY
Kochi
FUKUCHO
IMADA SAKE BREWING
Hiroshima
YAMA NI KUMO GA
KAWAZAWA SAKE BREWING
Kochi
KAWATSURU
KAWATSURU SAKE BREWERY
Kagawa
ISHIZUCHI
ISHIZUCHI SUZHO
Ehime
BUNKAJIN
ARISAWA
Kochi
BIJOFU
HAMAKAWA SHOTEN
Kochi
UGO NO TSUKI
AIHARA SHUZO
Hiroshima
KAMEIZUMI
KAMEIZUMI SAKE BREWING
Kochi
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Nakameguro Wakasa
Yakiniku Jumbo Hanare
Chef's
La Bombance
Schmatz
Music
17:00-18:30
MISATO ICHIKI(DJ)
18:30-20:00
Emiri(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.28 Tue.
- Theme
- TOKYO FRONTLINE
Leading figures from the capital gather in force. This lineup embodies the energy of Tokyo, where tradition meets innovation. A frontline experience showcasing the breweries that define the vibrant sake scene of this very moment.
Sake
AFURI
KIKKAWA JOZO
Kanagawa
HIJIRI
HIJIRI SAKE
Gunma
BO:
TONOIKE SHUZOUTEN
Tochigi
IGARASHI
IGARASHISHI BREWERY
Saitama
OZE NO YUKIDOKE
RYUJIN SHUZO
Gunma
KINOENE
IINUMA HONKE
Chiba
MACHIDA SHUZO
MACHIDA SHUZOTEN BREWERY
Gunma
ASAMA YAMA
ASAMA SHUZO
Gunma
TOKAI ZAKARI
KOIZUMI SAKE BREWERY
Chiba
SARA
KITANISHI SAKE BREWERY
Saitama
éks
JAPAN CRAFT SAKE COMPANY
Tokyo
Food
Nakameguro Wakasa
Yakiniku Jumbo Hanare
Chef's
La Bombance
Schmatz
Music
17:00-18:30
TAKAP (DJ)
18:30-20:00
SHOTα(DJ)
- Date
- 2026.4.29 Wed.
- Theme
- TEAM JUYONDAI
Led by the iconic JUYONDAI, world-class breweries unite for the finale. Their allure lies in uncompromising quality and conviction, not just rarity. Experience the pinnacle of brewing as we celebrate our 10th anniversary in true style.
Sake
JUYONDAI
TAKAGI SAKE BREWERY
Yamagata
TENBU
NISHI SHUZO
Kagoshima
TOYOBIJIN
SUMIKAWA SAKE BREWING
Yamaguchi
HOUKEN
HOUKEN SHUZO
Hiroshima
YOKOYAMA
OMOYA SHUZO YOKOYAMA-GURA
Nagasaki
GENSAI
SUEHIRO SAKE BREWERY
Fukushima
KAMONISHIKI
KAMONISHIKI SHUZO
Niigata
MIMUROSUGI
IMANISHI SHUZO
Nara
IZUMOFUJI
FUJI BREWING COMPANY
Shimane
HOUOUBIDEN
KOBAYASHI SHUZO
Tochigi
Food
Torishiki ICHIMON
Tacubo
Fureika
Team Ishikawa
L'Effervescence
Music
12:00-12:50
ReFuCafé(DJ)
12:50-13:40
hidemi(DJ)
13:40-14:30
KiRK(DJ)
14:30-15:20
Ryuki(DJ)
15:20-16:10
Sarina Tokihira(DJ)
16:10-17:00
Tetsuji Tanaka(DJ)
17:30-18:15
Shohei Yoshida(LIVE)
17:30-18:15
Tomoki Kiuchi(LIVE)
18:30-20:00
yuitty(DJ)
CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026
with OMAKASE byGMO
at ROPPONGI HILLS
DATE & TIME
Friday, April 17 – Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Weekdays: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
(L.O. at 9:30 PM)
Weekends & Holidays:
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
(L.O. at 8:30 PM)
VENUE & ACCESS
Roppongi Hills Arena
6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
●From Hibiya Line Roppongi Station, Exit 1C : 0minute(Concourse is directly connected).
●From Oedo Line Roppongi Station, Exit 3 : 4 minute walk.
●From Oedo Line Azabu-juban Station, Exit 7 : 5 minute walk.
●From Nanboku Line Azabu-juban Station, Exit 4 : 8 minute walk.
●From Chiyoda Line Nogizaka Station, Exit 5 : 10 minute walk.
BREWERIES + RESTAURANTS
10 breweries each day, 130 in total
5 restaurants × 4 rotations, 20 restaurants in total
How to EnjoyCRAFT SAKE WEEKHow to Join
All sake and food* must be purchased with the coins
exclusively used at CRAFT SAKE WEEK (CSW).
(*Excluding certain booths)
You’ll need to purchase a CSW starter set or coin set to participate in CSW.
To Enjoy Sake
To enjoy both sake and food at the event,
you will need to purchase a starter set which includes
the official CSW sake glass and coins.
CRAFT SAKE
STARTER SET
¥4,800
Please note that while starter sets are available for purchase daily at the event venue, it is possible they may sell out on the day due high demand. Therefore, we recommend purchasing a starter set in advance to avoid missing out.
With 14 coins you can enjoy about
3~4 glasses of sake (60mls)
With 14 coins you can
enjoy about 3~4 glasses
of sake (60mls)
3~4Glasses
Rule
Sake glass can be reused during the event.
*17-29 Apr, 2026.
If you are planning to only enjoy food at the event, purchase an Extra Coin Set for use at the food trucks.
Purchased sake can only be poured into the CRAFT SAKE STARTER SET’s sake glass.
*Sake glasses and coins from previous events cannot be used. Please purchase a new starter set.
Please refrain from bringing in food and beverages other than those sold at the CRAFT SAKE WEEK venue.
Please Note
- ●Food & drink coins, sake glasses can not be returned for refund. Please understand that refunds & replacements will not be given for lost or broken drinking vessels.
- ●Please make sure to dispose of all your food containers and refuse at the recycling stations around the event area. Please be aware that staff will remove any unattended plates or containers left on the tables. Also, please remember that guests are responsible for their own personal belongings and valuables throughout the event.
- ●The drink & food menu, and event schedule are subject to change without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances such as inclement weather or other safety considerations.
- ●Any unused coins cannot be exchanged for refund.
- ●Please remember to drink responsibly!
- ●When disruptive behavior or actions that disturb other guests are observed, we may refuse admission or ask you to leave the event. Please note that no refunds will be provided in such cases.
- ●Sake will not be sold to minors or anyone driving a car to-from the event.
- ●No refunds will be made for cancellations after the event. Please understand this in advance.
- ●Pets are not allowed in the food court area.

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