Craft Sake Week

Join one of the world’s largest sake culture events. It’s taking place at Roppongi Hills Arena.

What happens?

Over 100 sake breweries from across Japan will be serving original sake, some of which are limited edition. Seperated into different themed days, expect a new selection of sake available daily.

There will also be several restaurants, including some that are rather 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 Japanese crafts on sale.

Schedule 2026

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event.

Take a look at the lineup:

• April 17 (Friday): 10th Anniversary — A Sparkling Sake Toast — The 10th anniversary opens with a celebratory toast. A full lineup of world-class sparkling sake.
• April 18 (Saturday): Sake Next — The Future: Modern stars redefining sake.
• April 19 (Sunday): Evolving Standards: Brewers shaping the future of sake while honoring tradition.
• April 20 (Monday): Heritage & Innovation:: Historic kura and craft sake producers meet.
• April 21 (Tuesday): The Connoisseur’s Choice: Breweries that win through depth rather than flash.
• April 22 (Wednesday): Creative Sake Spirit: Free-thinking, expressive sake with distinctive aromatics and flavor profiles.
• April 23 (Thursday): Rising Stars: Ten first-time participants poised to become the next legends.
• April 24 (Friday): Modern, Fresh & Juicy: Light and refreshing styles.
• April 25 (Saturday): The Hottest Breweries Right Now — Ten of the most sought-after and talked-about kura in the country, including bottles that are often hard to find.
• April 26 (Sunday): The Legends of Craft Sake Week: Hall-of-fame breweries that have supported CSW throughout its history.
• April 27 (Monday): Setouchi Terroir: Breweries from the Setouchi region.
• April 28 (Tuesday): Tokyo Frontline: Leading breweries from the capital region. A dynamic lineup reflecting the energy where tradition and innovation intersect.
• April 29 (Wednesday, Public Holiday): “Team Juyondai” is the grand finale featuring a lineup of top-tier breweries.

Tickets

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 ¥4,800. 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.