Beer, Sake & Wine Festivals

Belgian Beer Weekend Kyoto

Name: Belgian Beer Weekend Kyoto
Start: 2026-10-08T16:00+09:00
End: 2026-10-08T22:00+09:00
Location: O-Higashi-san Square, Higashi Honganji Temple, Kyoto

Oct 8 – Oct 12, 16:00–22:00 · O-Higashi-san Square, Higashi Honganji Temple, Kyoto · Kyoto

Dates

Oct 8 – Oct 12, 2026, 16:00–22:00

About this event

Summary
A 5-day event celebrating Belgian beer culture and Kyoto's culinary traditions.

Highlights

Over 100 types of beer including 97 Belgian and 10 Kyoto craft beers
Belgian cuisine such as mussels, frites, and cheese
Kyoto sweets and pickled vegetables
Talk shows hosted by a Belgian MC
DJ performances
Game tournaments featuring brewers from Belgium

Details
This unique event combines Belgian beer culture with Kyoto's food culture. Attendees can enjoy a diverse range of traditional Trappist beers brewed in monasteries and fruit beers suitable for all tastes. The event features a special collaboration project called "Flavors from Kyoto" which includes beers from Kyoto Brewing paired with local sweets and pickles. Entertainment includes talk shows and DJ performances. Food options include Belgian specialties like mussels steamed with beer and frites alongside Kyoto sweets and pickled vegetables. This is a comprehensive experience to enjoy the flavors and cultures of both Belgium and Kyoto.

Organizer's websitebelgianbeerweekend.jp

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