Beer, Sake & Wine Festivals

21st Echigo-Kenshin Sake Festival

Name: 21st Echigo-Kenshin Sake Festival
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17
Location: Takada Honmachi Shopping Street, Joetsu

Oct 17 – Oct 18 · Takada Honmachi Shopping Street, Joetsu · Niigata

Dates

Oct 17 – Oct 18, 2026

About this event

Summary
Experience the rich sake and culinary culture of the Joetsu region in a setting closely associated with the character Kenshin.

Highlights
• Tasting of diverse alcoholic beverages including Joetsu-region sake, wine, craft beer, and doburoku (unfiltered rice wine).
• Sampling of numerous local gourmet foods to fully experience the region's culinary traditions.
• Exclusive availability of limited edition sake and official event merchandise for purchase on the day.

Organizer's websitekenshinsake.com

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