Craft Sake Week

Join one of the world’s largest sake culture event, happening at Roppongi Hills Arena from April 18 to 29.

What happens?

120 sake breweries from across Japan will be serving original sake, some of which are limited edition. The event provides a great opportunity for those to learn more about the sake industry. The event is seperated into different themed days, with a new selection of sake available daily.

There will also be 15 different restaurants — including some that are difficult to reserve — bringing signature dishes for you to enjoy alongside your sake. The restaurants have a spread of different drinking snacks, from cold cuts to soup and ramen. There’s also some cold snacks, soft drinks, and even Japanese crafts on sale.

Schedule 2025

Each day, there will be a different theme and breweries in attendance:

• April 19 (Saturday): Learn all about sake terroir. This day features innovative, low-alcohol, and delicate sake that align with modern tastes, crafted by renowned breweries.
• April 20 (Sunday): On this day, sample sake by breweries renowned for evolving their traditional methods.
• April 21 (Monday): “SAKE Freestyle” showcases bold and unique creations.
• April 22 (Tuesday): “SAKE Trip” gives visitors a chance to explore the country’s diverse brewing cultures.
• April 23 (Wednesday): Featuring breweries with over 250 years of heritage, this day celebrates craftsmanship passed down through generations.
• April 24 (Thursday): “SAKE New Wave” brings together buzzworthy and long-established breweries participating in Craft Sake Week for the first time.
• April 25 (Friday): From easy-drinking styles to deep, complex expressions, this day celebrates the incredible variety in the world of sake.
• April 26 (Saturday): A lineup of legendary brands—some of the most sought-after sake in the world.
• April 27 (Sunday): “Juicy & Fresh SAKE” features vibrant, fruity, and fresh sake.
• April 28 (Monday): This day is dedicated to bottles beloved by chefs.
• April 29 (Tuesday, Public Holiday): “Team Juyondai” is the grand finale featuring a lineup of top-tier breweries.

Tickets 2025

Admission is free, however, all sake and food must be purchased using special Craft Sake Week coins.

You can purchase a starter set that includes the official craft sake week glass and 12 coins for ¥4,200. Although these sets will be sold on the day, it is recommended that you buy them in advance.

How to get to Roppongi Hills

To get to the exact venue, take the Hibiya Line to Roppongi Station and walk directly out of Exit 1C. Alternatively, you can take the Oedo Line to Roppongi Station and walk up to 4 minutes or to Azabu-juban Station and walk up to 5 minutes.