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Nihonshu Genka Sakagura Shinbashi Second Store is offering a limited-time plan that lets guests compare four Aramasa and four Juyondai sakes for 13,200 yen (tax included), from October 18 to 31, 2026, for up to 36 guests.
The Gauldrons Sherry Cask Finish #4, a Japan-exclusive blended malt whisky limited to 900 bottles, begins shipping to liquor stores nationwide on October 15, 2026. The suggested retail price is ¥14,190 (tax included).
Tokyo Dome City will hold its bar-hopping event "Hashigo-zake in TOKYO DOME CITY 2026 AUTUMN" from October 30 to November 3, 2026, with drink-and-food sets at ¥1,000 per menu at 28 participating restaurants, plus a toast event, outdoor live music, a yosakoi performance, and more.
Two limited-edition Horoyoi flavors, Bonbon Melon and Bonbon Berry, will go on sale nationwide on December 8, 2026.
A rosé wine made by Roger Taylor, drummer of the rock band Queen, will soon arrive in Japan. A launch event offering the earliest paid tasting in Japan, "徹底的にロジャー・テイラー", will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the live house gee-ge. in Shibuya.
Kinmugi Goyururi, a limited-edition beer made for relaxing at home over the year-end and New Year holidays, goes on sale nationwide in limited quantities on December 8, 2026. It comes in 350ml and 500ml sizes at 5.5% alcohol.
Suntory Whisky Ao Scotch Edition, the second release in the WORLD TRAVEL COLLECTION series, goes on sale in limited quantities across Japan on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, priced at ¥6,000 (excluding tax) for a 700 ml bottle.
Takara Shuzo is reviving its Domestic Yuzu flavor of Takara can Chu-Hi in limited quantities, going on sale nationwide on November 2, 2026, after fans of its online community asked for a comeback in a May 2026 survey.
A new limited-time canned sour from Takara Shuzo goes on sale nationwide on November 2, 2026, made with whole La France pears from Yamagata Prefecture, peel included, at 4% alcohol.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the 160th installment of its Whisky Omikuji lottery, limited to 466 slots at ¥3,980 plus ¥990 shipping. The top prize is Yamazaki 18 Years Old, joined by Yamazaki 12 Years Old and Hakushu Single Malt in the lineup.
On Sunday, November 29, 2026, ANA Crowne Plaza Niigata hosts a one-night-only collaboration dinner with the Niigata winery Fermier, pairing a special French course with six fine wines and a talk session for ¥23,000 per person.
THE C's SKY DINING, the restaurant on the 17th floor of Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower, is selling the "Dinner Debut Plan" from October 9, 2026, a special-price dinner buffet with a choice of drink options for guests visiting the restaurant for the first time.
Choioden Sapporo Sumikawa, a casual oden tavern built around hamo dashi, opens on October 9, 2026, a one-minute walk from the west exit of Sumikawa Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line.
On Friday, November 13, 2026, Hotel Oriental Express Kagoshima Tenmonkan will hold a one-night-only event pairing five sake from Fukuoka with dishes made with Kagoshima ingredients. The fee is ¥4,000 including tax, and reservations are required.
Kikusui Shuzo's seasonal nigori sake "Gorohachi," made with 100% Niigata-grown rice, begins shipping nationwide on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. It is a seasonal brew available only while supplies last.
Komoro Distillery will start selling its first single malt Japanese whisky, "KOMORO ORIGIN," on November 7, 2026, limited to 4,000 bottles in the initial release. The distillery has also announced the bottle design and a First Release Week running from November 7 to 15.
THE LIVELY Fukuoka Hakata is running its autumn program "DIG MY Autumn" through November 15, 2026, with a flower art display in the lobby lounge, Mont Blanc desserts, seasonal drinks, a photo contest and a new autumn menu at the Sound Sake Stand.
The sake and fruit liqueur set "Shu Shu Shu Shu", made entirely with Gunma ingredients, went on sale again on October 1 in a limited run of 200 sets.
Snack Suimon, the second location from the team behind Snack Suichu, opens October 21, 2026 in front of Kunitachi Station. It is a new neighborhood social spot where you can stop in from the early evening for a single drink.
To celebrate its first anniversary, Caption by Hyatt Kabutocho Tokyo is selling GRATEFUL RED, a red shiso IPA co-developed with Nihonbashi Kabutocho brewery BALDYS GOOD BEER, alongside an anniversary burger and a special stay plan.
From October 1 to December 30, 2026, the Sense Tea Corner on the 37th floor of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo hosts "Champagne Bar with Krug," serving Krug Grande Cuvée 174th Edition by the glass alongside rare champagnes and specially created small plates.
HOTEL Jogakura in Hakkoda, Aomori City, is offering a stay plan called "The Luxury of Doing Nothing" for stays from November 10 to December 23, 2026, combining hot springs, dishes featuring Aomori ingredients, and one drink of choice per guest at dinner.
Hotel Universal Port and Hotel Universal Port Vita, official hotels of Universal Studios Japan, host a Christmas Fair from November 9 to December 25, 2026, featuring a dinner buffet returning after six years and a Christmas Cocktail Fair.
A limited-time pop-up store for "Sake Gacha," the online sake shop KURAND's popular random-sake service, runs from October 16 to 29, 2026 at the Shinjuku Station East Exit Concourse in LUMINE EST Shinjuku, with real capsule toy machines.
From November 26 to December 25, 2026, Tokyo Midtown in Minato City, Tokyo holds MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026 with bubble-filled illumination in Midtown Garden, the first-ever MIDWINTER LOUNGE serving champagne, an approximately 8.5 m real fir Christmas tree, and an outdoor ice rink opening on December 5.
Manns Wine's "Solaris Le Ciel 2025" is a dry wine made by harvesting Shinano Riesling, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc from its company-managed Komoro vineyard on the same day and fermenting them together. It goes on sale October 9 at ¥6,600 (tax included).
From October 10 to 12, 2026, the Toranomon Japanese-style izakaya 楽㐂 (Rakki) will hold the three-day-only Sushi BOSE event, serving Edomae sushi from a single piece alongside pairings of five sake and shochu chosen by the sake shops Kagoya and Sakadoya.
On December 19, 2026, the Fairfield by Marriott Michinoeki Project and Tamba Wine in Kyotamba, Kyoto Prefecture will hold a special Christmas dinner featuring Kyoto duck (京鴨®), game meat, and Japanese Black beef with wine pairings, exclusively for guests of Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba.
Iinuma Honke, a sake brewery in Shisui, Chiba, holds the "Shuen Shisui no Yoake 2026" banquet on November 6 and 7, 2026, pairing a seasonal course meal with freshly pressed junmai daiginjo at Kinoene Omoya, a farmhouse restaurant about 300 years old.
Suntory's Kudamono Torys Can Apple Highball is a limited-time release arriving across Japan on December 1, 2026. The 350ml, 5% ABV can is priced at ¥189 excluding tax.
NAGAHAMA DISTILLERY in Nagahama, Shiga, releases AMAHANYAN World Blended Mizunara Cask Blend, its third collaboration with Hikone's mascot Hikonyan, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
A seven-seat neighborhood tavern called mae opens on October 14, 2026 in Okayama City's Izushicho, across from the small hotel C&C, with an interior designed by a Taiwan-based architecture studio.
Suntory is launching two winter-limited chuhai, one made with Wakayama mikan and one with Tokushima yuzu, using its "-196°C Manufacturing Method." They go on sale nationwide in Japan on December 1, 2026.
Tachibana E Shuhan's Super Luck Whisky Mikuji, a whisky lottery limited to 466 draws at ¥6,980 each with free shipping, began taking reservations on October 6, 2026, with Hakushu 18 Year Limited Edition in the lineup.
Yamaguchi Flower Tourism 2026, a one-night, two-day autumn tour planned by Hibiya-Kadan, will be held on November 11 and 12, 2026. The tour covers cosmos fields, flower growers, a sake brewery, craft beer, washi dyeing and Yuda Onsen, and costs ¥33,000 per person for 20 monitor participants.
A new flavor of the Hazy IPA co-developed by Seven-Eleven Japan and Yo-Ho Brewing goes on sale at 7-Eleven stores nationwide from October 13, in limited quantities. Made with New Zealand hops, it offers a refreshing aroma reminiscent of white grapes.
Kumesen Shuzo's Bikkuriman collaboration whisky goes on sale October 19, 2026, for ¥5,500 including tax. Each bottle comes with a Pukkuriman Sticker, the first three-dimensional puffy sticker in Bikkuriman history.
From October 10 to 12, 2026, HIBIYA CENTRAL MARKET in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya holds a special event with an autumn wine festival, limited-time food from guest vendors, a ceramics exhibition, and an eyewear pop-up.
Aster, the chuhai series whose Fukushima Momo won the top prize at the World Premix Awards 2026, adds a new flavor made with straight juice from Yamagata-grown La France pears.
On Monday, October 12, 2026 (Sports Day), BAR 新宿 ウイスキーサロン in Shinjuku hosts a 90-minute tasting seminar with Nagahama Distillery chief blender Yusuke Yaku, pouring five whiskies including three secret bottles, one of them an upcoming release.
A Nicolai Bergmann NOMU × Mikkeller collaboration cafe runs from October 2 to October 31, 2026 at Nicolai Bergmann NOMU aoyama, serving MIKKELLER NZ craft beers, fish & chips, and an apple pumpkin pie made with a stout sauce.
Sankt Gallen Brewery's Apple Cinnamon Ale, made with upcycled blemished apples from Ina, Nagano, goes on sale on October 8, 2026 for the autumn and winter season, with a Halloween label sold through the end of October.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the 159th installment of its Whisky Omikuji lottery, limited to 466 slots at ¥3,980 plus ¥990 shipping. The top prize is Yamazaki 18 Years Old, joined by Yamazaki 12 Years Old and Hakushu Single Malt in the lineup.
The 5th Yamaga Distillery Festival 2026 takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2026 on the grounds of Yamaga Distillery, with limited-edition whiskies, Yamaga Lantern Dance performances, guided tours, master classes, and food stalls.
On November 7, 2026, MILANO｜GRILL at Hyatt Regency Yokohama will hold a makers' lunch with Bordeaux wine company Baron Philippe de Rothschild, pairing four wines with a special course for ¥15,000 per person.
Kitanokaze Saryo in Hakone celebrates its 15th anniversary on Thursday, October 8, 2026, with a one-day-only welcome champagne service in the lounge and after-dinner hors d'oeuvres to enjoy with drinks.
A collaboration craft beer from ISEKADO and Ninben, "燻しだし" is a Farmhouse Ale brewed with dashi drawn from honkare katsuobushi, and goes on sale Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Kushitei at Yodobashi Ikebukuro East Exit reopened on October 1 as the kushiage izakaya Sakaba Kushitei, with 5-, 7-, or 12-skewer platters and seasonal autumn skewers.
Time Slip Beer, a beer that first appeared in a novel set in the Edo period, has been brewed in real life by ORYZAE BREWING in Wakayama Prefecture. The rice, koji, and hops wild ale goes on sale on October 1, 2026, with only 300 bottles available.
To celebrate its 4th anniversary in October 2026, Hilton Hiroshima is holding four events, including the new "Showa Disco Night" starting October 9, a special Japanese course at Sensui, a one-night two-chef dinner on October 27, and a cocktail collaboration on October 30.
The roadside station Michi-no-Eki "Umi no Kyoto Miyazu" in Miyazu, Kyoto reopens on October 1 (Thursday), 2026 with a refreshed Magokoro Ichi market, a renewed Minato Shokudo Shiosai eatery serving a new "white" seafood hitsumabushi, and reopening campaigns running October 1 to 4.
Punch Room Tokyo, the punch-focused bar at The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza, will introduce Vol. 3 of its signature cocktail menu WONDERLAND on October 28, featuring 20 new drinks inspired by Japanese history, culture, and food.
From October 1 to November 15, 2026, Sarabeth's BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai is offering a terrace-only set of six bistro-style dishes with free-flow drinks for ¥6,300, by reservation.
Starting October 1, the Japanese-style izakaya Shimokita Rokkaku, a 10-second walk from Shimokitazawa Station, serves an eight-dish autumn yakiniku course with Senba beef from Chiba Prefecture and all-you-can-drink options at its terrace seats.
A whisky lottery limited to 195 entries, with 2 bottles guaranteed per entry and a lineup led by Yamazaki 18 Years Old and Hakushu 18 Years Old, opened for pre-order on September 30, 2026 at 14,999 yen (tax included, free shipping).
InterContinental Sapporo marks its first anniversary on October 1, 2026 with a month of events through October 31, including an Instagram stay-voucher giveaway, three one-night collaborations at SAWAKA and Norva, and a 9th-floor lobby photo spot.
KAGAWA OKTOBER FEST 2026, the first event of its kind in Kagawa Prefecture, runs from October 2 to 15 at Sunport Takamatsu's Seafront Promenade with beer from 10 brands, local Kagawa cuisine, daily stage shows, and an air show by Yoshihide Muroya.
On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Roast Beef Kamakurayama's main store in Kamakura welcomes Antonino Destro of Sicily's Destro Vini for a special dinner pairing four Etna wines with its signature black wagyu roast beef.
This October, Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel is serving Halloween sweets at the COOKA buffet from October 17, an eight-day-only Halloween Parfait at LOUNGE PLUS from October 24, and "Veuve Clicquot Yelloween 2026" collaboration cocktails at BAR PLUS throughout the month.
Applications for the pre-lottery sale of SAKE HUNDRED's flagship sake BYAKKO (720 ml, ¥38,500) run from September 29 to November 3, 2026. The lineup includes the limited-quantity BYAKKO New Year Edition 2027, whose zodiac label features the auspicious sheep.
From October 2 to 24, 2026, Washoku Musashino at Sunshine City Prince Hotel in Higashi-Ikebukuro serves a seven-dish kaiseki course made with Hyogo ingredients, paired with six kinds of sake, in a collaboration with Tatsuuma Honke Shuzo.
Suntory's limited-edition -196 Sugar-Free <Yuzu & Mikan & Grapefruit> goes on sale nationwide in Japan on November 24, 2026, combining yuzu- and mikan-infused spirits with grapefruit juice for a juicy three-citrus taste and a clean finish.
Suntory Limited will release Yamazaki Refill Spanish Oak, a limited-edition single malt whisky made only from malt whisky matured in Spanish oak refill casks, nationwide on Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
This limited-quantity flavor of Takara "Shochu Highball" pairs the series' strongest carbonation with a refreshing, not-too-sweet mikan cider flavor and goes on sale nationwide in Japan on October 20, 2026.
The single malt Scotch whisky The Singleton of Dufftown is switching to a redesigned package, beginning with the 12 Year Old from shipments on October 6, 2026.
The third original whisky from Tokyu Hotels & Resorts and Hombo Shuzo, a blended malt aged at the Mars Yakushima Aging Cellar, goes on sale November 1, 2026 at the restaurants and bars of 15 Tokyu hotels and at Tokyu Department Store.
A new whisky lottery with 466 limited slots opens for pre-order on September 29, 2026, priced at ¥6,980 per slot with free shipping. The top prize is the Hibiki 21 Years Old Design Bottle "Kacho Fugetsu," and every slot delivers a bottle.
British-style pub HUB has revealed the full collaboration menu and original goods lineup for its "Cocktail Party" collaboration with TV anime Mr. Osomatsu, running October 9 to 25, 2026, at its Ikebukuro, Shimbashi, Nagoya, and Osaka locations.
Mori Trust hosts the third installment of its YORIMICHI SAKE KAIDO sake festival at Gotenyama Trust City in Shinagawa on October 22–23, 2026, featuring more than 15 kinds of sake and craft gin from the Kansai region and Fukushima Prefecture.
Asahi Breweries is bringing back Asahi EGA BEER, the beer developed together with comedian Egashira 2:50, for another limited-quantity release starting October 20, this time in new gold and yellow package designs.
TOOTH MART, the food hall on the first floor of Kobe Port Museum, launches KOBE OCTOBER FESTIVAL 2026 on September 25 with discounted Rokko Beer, terrace BBQ plans featuring free-flow beer, and ties to the Minato HANABI fireworks, Kobe Jazz Centennial, and MASHUP FESTIVAL KOBE'26.
Wakayama sake brewery Nakano BC is launching MILKMAGIC, a new liqueur that turns into a jelly-like texture when mixed with milk, in three tea flavors — hoji cha, matcha, and coffee — on October 1, 2026.
Oshushi Hanare, a new annex of the popular Tenmonkan sake izakaya Oshushi, opens near Kagoshima Chuo Station on September 21, 2026, serving the original restaurant's signature irori-grilled dishes and oden alongside original menu items exclusive to the annex.
Two Oktoberfest 2026 venues are running at once this Silver Week — the live-music, toast-filled Shiba Park event through September 23 and the free, dog-friendly seaside event in Toyosu through October 12. Here's how admission, hours, access, beer, and food compare.
Champagne house Veuve Clicquot is hosting "Veuve Clicquot Yelloween," a stylish, playful Halloween event for adults built around its flagship "Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut," with Tokyu Kabukicho Tower dressed in Clicquot yellow and participating bars, restaurants and hotels across Shinjuku, Yokohama, Roppongi, Shibuya and Osaka from mid-September through November 1, 2026.
Haimurubushi, a resort on Okinawa's Kohama Island, is running an autumn wellness promotion from September 1 to November 30, 2026, with a private night sauna and stargazing pool session, floating sound baths, and SUP and mangrove kayak tours, alongside seasonal Yaeyama dining that includes a September spiny lobster fair, an October tomahawk steak and awamori tasting, and a November wagyu tasting course.
In front of Miyazaki Station, a new spot called Hinata Base brings together sports memorabilia, kagura and mythology displays, sightseeing highlights, and a tasting flight of shochu from all 38 breweries in the prefecture. It's Miyazaki's first spot of its kind, open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Pasona Group's 匠創生 is releasing Inishie no Bishu Aged Sake Highball 1998, a canned highball made from long-term aged sake brewed in 1998 and matured for 28 years. General sales begin October 1 through the brand's online shop and at select Lawson stores in Tokyo, following a Makuake crowdfunding campaign.
On Friday, October 16, JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo holds its first "JW Garden Party," a one-night-only dinner in the 29th-floor JW Ballroom themed around discovering the nature within and around Tokyo. A five-course menu built on Tokyo-grown ingredients is paired with Japanese wine and sake.
Tokyo World Gate, directly connected to Kamiyacho Station, hosts Kamiyacho Oktoberfest 2026 on October 1 and 2, offering 20 combinations of matcha beer made by pairing 5 kinds of Japanese matcha with 4 kinds of German beer, plus sausages, pretzels, and other Oktoberfest fare on an outdoor terrace.
Nittoh Tea has teamed up with Yellow Monkey Brewing on CHA-GASUMI, a limited-quantity Hazy Tea Ale made with Assam and Uva tea leaves, going on sale September 19, 2026, with a pop-up appearance at Moon Art Night Shimokitazawa from September 21 to 23.
Orion Beer is relaunching its "Southern Star" and "Mugi Shokunin" brands as beer from October 14, 2026, refining each one's signature taste — a crisper, more refreshing Southern Star and a fuller-bodied Mugi Shokunin made with Okinawa-grown barley — alongside a new TV commercial introducing Southern Star's new characters, the "Southern Stars."
Onomichi-based Shimanami Brewery has released a new craft-brewing-technique-driven iyokan citrus sour, the latest addition to its "Cho-Sour" series.
Tachibana E Liquors has launched the Golden Champion Lottery, a new whisky lottery limited to 466 entries, with the ultra-rare The Cask of Hakushu Heavily Peated Malt [1993-2008] as the top prize, on sale from September 16, 2026.
Yamaguchi sake brewery Abunotsuru Shuzo joined designer Kentaro Kameyama's show at New York Fashion Week, turning a traditional sake barrel into a runway look and sending sixth-generation brewer Ryutaro Miyoshi down the runway himself.
Suntory releases the Jim Beam <Cola> Can nationwide for a limited time from November 10, combining cola's refreshing kick with the signature flavor of bourbon.
From December 14, 2026, through March 31, 2027, Kai Akiu in Miyagi's Akiu Onsen offers a new winter wellness stay reviving Date Masamune's cold-weather ingenuity, featuring a hot-spring footbath kotatsu, hibachi-warmed local sake, and onjaku warming stones in the riverside lounge.
Nagahama Distillery, one of Japan's smallest whisky makers, teams up with Shibuya cocktail bar LOST on "ENRO," a limited single malt Japanese whisky aged across bourbon, sherry, red wine, and mizunara casks, on sale from September 15, 2026.
Suntory is releasing "Perfect Suntory Beer <Amber Ale>," a new limited-quantity beer with a toasty malt aroma and a crisp, zero-carb finish, in 350ml and 500ml cans nationwide from November 10, 2026.
MAISON CACAO's Kamakura flagship restaurant PIASTRE reopens on September 16 as Mexican fine dining, pairing ingredients rooted in Mexican food culture with fine produce from around Japan on two course menus and an original cocktail bar.
Sasaichi Shuzo, a Yamanashi sake brewery with more than 360 years of history that offers ceremonial sake to Mount Fuji, is releasing a limited "Shumei Celebration Sake Dan Junmai Daiginjo" to mark the release of a documentary chronicling the succession of the kabuki name Ichikawa Danjuro. Preorders open September 15, with sales beginning September 25, the same day the film opens.
Suntory is rolling out 11 winter gift items for 2026, including SUNTORY WHISKY "AO" gift packaging, Ballantine's 17 Year Old Tribute Release, The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old, and Suntory Japanese Craft Gin "ROKU," available nationwide from early October.
Suntory is adding a winter-only "Yuzu Lemon" variant to its popular Kodawari Sakaba Lemon Sour lineup, blending lemon sour with yuzu-steeped liquor for a nationwide release from November 10, 2026.
Suntory is releasing a new limited-edition variant of The Premium Malt's Master's Dream nationwide from December 22, inspired by a traditional Japanese micro-season marking frozen underground springs beginning to thaw.
Suntory will release its annual zodiac series in a Year of the Sheep design nationwide in limited quantities, starting with "Suntory Whisky Royal" and "Suntory Old Whisky" on November 4th, followed by "The Premium Malt's" zodiac design cans on November 24th.
A new limited-edition dark ale from The Premium Malt's lineup, "Miwaku no Kuro Ale," goes on sale nationwide in limited quantities starting December 15, 2026, featuring the roasted aroma of dark malt and a fruity, light finish.
The Whisky Culture Research Institute is opening applications on October 7 for five limited original bottles commemorating "Whisky Festival 2026 in Tokyo," a large-scale whisky tasting event held that November at Tokyo International Forum. Applications, open only to festival ticket holders, run until October 19, with a lottery held if any bottle is oversubscribed.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the 157th installment of its Whisky Omikuji lottery, limited to 466 slots at ¥3,980 plus ¥990 shipping. The top prize is Yamazaki 18 Years Old, joined by Yamazaki 12 Years Old and Hakushu Single Malt in the lineup.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the "Golden Fukumaneki Kuji," a limited 466-entry whisky lottery priced at ¥6,980 per entry with free shipping, featuring the ultra-rare Hibiki 21 Years "Kacho Fugetsu" Design Bottle as the top prize.
A limited-time antenna shop selling shochu, sake, and other specialties from breweries on Oita's Kunisaki Peninsula opens in the Gift Pad Space on the second floor of KITTE Osaka from November 1 to 30, 2026, timed to "Shochu Day," with a special event day on November 7.
As autumn foliage season begins across Yamagata, Takamiya Ryokan's Meito Takamiya group of 11 hot spring inns is offering an autumn getaway built around three themes — scenic views and art, seasonal calm, and local sake and wine — spanning Zao Onsen, Yamadera, the Mogami Gorge, Atsumi Onsen, Kaminoyama, and Yonezawa.
As the accommodation partner of the Maebashi Biennale 2026, running September 19 to December 20 in central Maebashi, Shiroiya Hotel is hosting a lineup of related programs — from a Gunma sake pop-up bar and a gastronomy demonstration to Suntory drink collaborations, an art illumination by Mirocomachiko, and a limited-edition cookie tin.
JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo celebrates its first anniversary on October 2, 2026 with the "One Year, One Story" promotion, featuring a one-night-only Presidential Suite stay plan, an anniversary stay package with an original journaling notebook, dining events at Kakō and Sefino, a JW Bar cocktail collection, and a 225-minute Spa by JW journey.
NAGANO ANIERA FESTA 2026, Nagano Prefecture's largest outdoor anime song festival, has unveiled a new key visual illustrated by Mai Yoneyama and introduced two collaboration sake bottles with SAKUNOHANA Sake Brewery ahead of the event on September 19–20, 2026.
Tachibana E Liquors has launched the third edition of its Legend Whisky Lottery, featuring YOICHI SINGLE MALT 20 YEARS OLD as the top prize, with 466 limited entries available starting September 11, 2026.
Premium Scotch whisky The Deacon and world No. 1 premium rum Bumbu will each set up a dedicated pop-up bar at Ultra Japan 2026, Japan's largest urban dance music festival, marking their first appearance at the event on September 19 and 20.
WHISKY MEW releases two Speyside single malt whiskies featuring Umamusume: Pretty Derby characters Dream Journey and Epiphaneia on their labels, with lottery entries open from September 25 to October 4, 2026.
Belgian Beer Weekend 2026 Kyoto brings more than 100 types of Belgian and craft beer — including Kyoto Brewing Co.'s beer for the first time — plus Belgian food and a new Kyoto pickles collaboration to Ohigashi-san Hiroba in front of Higashi Honganji Temple from October 8 to 12.
On October 11, 2026, Hotel Kazenoyama's French restaurant BERGWIND will host a Makers Dinner limited to 24 guests, pairing a full-course French menu with wines from Clos de Tenryu and welcoming winemaker Tomohiro Iwata to share the stories behind each bottle.
From September 21 to 27, 2026, Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi is collaborating with long-established Kyoto honey specialty store miel mie, offering guests a rare Kyoto wildflower honey during Afternoon Service, a Kyoto-brewed mead during Happy Hour, and a one-day honey tasting event led by miel mie's "Honey Concierge" on September 22.
KOBE WINE, made with 100% Kobe-grown grapes, is releasing its new premium "Kobe Reserva" series in limited quantities nationwide from September 11, featuring two single-varietal wines from the 2025 vintage — a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Riesling.
Mercure Miyagi Zao Resort & Spa, a highland resort hotel overlooking the majestic Zao mountain range, is offering a new stay plan through November 30, 2026, featuring a tasting of three sakes chosen from five Miyagi labels for adults and a shaved frozen strawberry dessert made with Shichikashuku-grown strawberries for children.
Craft beer brewery Nagahama Roman Beer in Shiga Prefecture is releasing a limited-batch beer, Nagahama Fresh Hop IPA, from September 22, 2026, brewed with hops that go from harvest to the kettle in about five hours to capture their fresh aroma.
The Consorzio di Tutela della Denominazione di Origine Controllata Prosecco is returning to Daimaru and Matsuzakaya stores in Tokyo, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo this fall, showcasing 20 Prosecco DOC brands through a September Sparkling Wine Fair and Daimaru Tokyo's 世界の酒とチーズフェスティバル in October.
From September 19 to 23, Bar Ignis Otaru at boutique hotel UNWIND HOTEL & BAR Otaru holds a gin fair pairing four cocktails made with craft gin from Hokkaido's Benizakura Distillery alongside three Chinese-inspired dishes — open to non-guests, with no reservation needed.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the 156th installment of its Whisky Omikuji lottery, limited to 466 slots at ¥3,980 plus ¥990 shipping. The top prize is Yamazaki 18 Years Old, joined by Yamazaki 12 Years Old and Hakushu Single Malt in the lineup.
Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima hosts a one-night-only pairing dinner on October 3, 2026, featuring Executive Chef Masahiro Nishisaka's first dinner event alongside Hayashi Shuzo, an IWC2026 trophy-winning sake brewery.
Suntory will release a new limited-edition Horoyoi flavor, Roasted Apple, available nationwide from November 4, 2026.
Air race world champion Yoshihide Muroya will perform a free aerobatic air show over the Seto Inland Sea at Sunport Takamatsu on October 3, his first flight over Kagawa in seven years, as the opening-weekend highlight of the 14-day KAGAWA OKTOBERFEST 2026.
Yakitori Izakaya Minorido in Gifu City has introduced a new menu from September 8, featuring dishes built around Gifu's local ingredients with the restaurant's own playful spin, for everything from a casual solo drink to a full banquet.
Takara Shuzo is releasing its autumn-winter limited "Sho Chiku Bai" Kanzake, a warmed-sake blend in a 1.8L paper carton designed for easy home enjoyment, nationwide from September 29, 2026.
Suntory is turning its canned jasmine shochu green tea mix into a year-round, nationwide product, with the "Matsurika Green Tea Mix (JR) Can" set to expand beyond its convenience-store-only debut and hit store shelves across Japan from November 4.
Suntory is releasing "Additive-Free Delicious Wine. Sparkling <Fragrant Luxury Fruit>" nationwide for a limited time from November 4, a white sparkling wine bursting with the fruitiness of white grapes, mango, and peach in a gold-toned can.
Tohoku Food Marathon 2027 will be held in Miyagi Prefecture's Tome City on Sunday, April 18, 2027, with runner entries opening at midnight on September 12, 2026. The 2027 race adds a new travel package linking Tome, Minamisanriku, and Kesennuma for international runners, fuller use of an AI concierge platform, and five race categories for runners of every level.
Asahi Beer is adding a new lemon-ginger flavored canned RTD to its "Mirai no Lemon Sour" lineup, on sale in limited quantities from October 20, while the brand's Original and Koime (rich flavor) variants move to year-round sale from the same day with a refreshed package design.
THE HIRAMATSU KARUIZAWA MIYOTA is holding a Shinshu Wine Week from October 2 to October 9, 2026, offering a limited-time pairing dinner stay plan along with daily salon tastings introducing the wines of Nagano Prefecture.
Karuizawa Marriott Hotel will hold a one-night Makers Dinner called "The Art of Fermentation" on November 21, 2026, pairing six wines from Six Cloves Wines and Karuizawa Anne Winery with a six-course menu built around Nagano's fermented ingredients, alongside a talk session with both winemakers.
Kirakuni. Gifu Tamamiya, a seafood izakaya from Talga Inc., opened in Gifu City's Tamamiya area on August 30, 2026, serving market-fresh seafood dishes including its signature kobore-zushi, hamayaki, and creative maki rolls across 58 seats with seven private rooms.
Norrbottens Destilleri, a small-batch distillery in northern Sweden, is bringing two new pie-inspired craft liqueurs, "Rhubarb Pie" and "Blueberry Pie," to Japan on October 16, 2026, paired with a launch event at FUGLEN TOKYO.
Rémy Cointreau Japan is releasing three new expressions of Bruichladdich's experimental Octomore single malt in limited quantities from September 14, 2026, each shaped by a different barley origin and cask maturation.
Sendai Oktoberfest 2026 runs for 17 days from September 11 to 27 at Nishikicho Park, marking its 20th anniversary with a new Tohoku Minori Terrace area that welcomes drinkers and non-drinkers alike.
On October 10, 2026, Tokyo's Sushi Saito is offering a single-day pairing course matching chef Takashi Saito's sushi with five vintages of Dom Pérignon, part of the champagne house's 2026 "Harmony"-themed dinner series.
Tango Kingdom Brewery, based in Kyotango, Kyoto Prefecture, is releasing its first saison-style craft beer, "Lively Ale," brewed with Tango-grown Koshihikari rice and French "Mistral" hops, starting September 7, 2026.
The Balvenie has unveiled The Balvenie 1931 Collection 88 Year Old, the longest-aged whisky in its history, alongside two new limited-edition expressions and a sculpture created in collaboration with artist Daniel Arsham.
The JW Lounge on the 30th floor of JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo introduces a Halloween-themed afternoon tea that pairs autumn ingredients like persimmon, chestnut, and pumpkin with playful ghost, cobweb, and cross motifs, available October 1 to 31, 2026, alongside limited-edition Halloween cocktails and mocktails at JW Bar.
Orion Beer is collaborating with creator label "Akaku" for the first time, releasing original goods featuring artwork by illustrators Yoshida Natsumi, NEONERDYBOY, and Poki from September 12, 2026, alongside a pop-up event at CARBON COFFEE in Fukuoka running September 12 to 25.
British-style pub HUB is joining forces with TV anime Mr. Osomatsu for a cocktail party themed collaboration running October 9 to 25, 2026, at all four HUB locations in Ikebukuro, Shimbashi, Nagoya, and Osaka, featuring original goods and a limited collaboration menu.
Kanagawa brewery Sankt Gallen is releasing Nashi no Weizen, a wheat beer made with pears too blemished or affected by mitsusho to sell, from September 16, 2026, in a limited quantity.
A new Rakuten-exclusive whisky lottery guaranteeing two bottles per entry — with a top-prize chance to win both a Yoichi and a Miyagikyo 10-Year cask-strength whisky — went on sale September 4, 2026, limited to 225 entries.
Takara Shuzo is releasing a canned soda highball made from its 100% sweet potato shochu "Ikkomon," offering a casual 6% ABV way to enjoy the brand's natural sweetness and clean finish, nationwide from October 13, 2026.
On October 15, 2026, Phoenix Seagaia Resort's teppanyaki restaurant "Fukami" will host a one-night maker's dinner pairing six wines from Italy's Banfi winery with a specially crafted teppanyaki course, with Banfi's North Asia Area Manager Paolo Fassina in attendance.
Fukushima's Tamano Ascend Distillery releases 拓駈 (Hiraku) 2026 SUMMER EDITION 双夏 (Soka) on September 6, a bourbon-cask-driven whisky blended from new-make spirit that has aged through two summers under the distillery's "whisky grown from the soil" concept.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the 155th installment of its Whisky Omikuji lottery, limited to 466 slots at ¥3,980 plus ¥990 shipping. The top prize is Yamazaki 18 Years Old, joined by Yamazaki 12 Years Old and Hakushu Single Malt in the lineup.
On Sunday, October 25, Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel's Japanese Cuisine Sakuragaoka holds the fifth annual Ho-no-kuni Toyohashi & Higashi-Mikawa food culture lunch seminar, pairing a chikuwa-grilling experience led by Yamasa Chikuwa's seventh-generation president with a course meal built around ingredients introduced by Toyohashi's own farmers.
Starting September 1, FOREST KITCHEN with Outdoor Living inside Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East is taking reservations for its 2027 osechi, a three-tier, 22-dish box blending Italian and Japanese flavors with Tohoku ingredients such as Sendai beef, paired with Veuve Clicquot champagne, priced at ¥38,000 and serving 2–4 people.
Goto Tsubaki Distillery is releasing a limited quantity of "GOTOGIN Yurameku Katachi — Tsubaki no Kara," the second gin in its collaboration series with Amami Oshima-based painter and picture-book author Miroco Machiko, from September 28, 2026.
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, Hilton Osaka is launching an original private cask whisky bottled from a single selected cask of single malt "Sakurao," available in limited quantities at the hotel's restaurants and cafe & bar, alongside a matching original cocktail.
From September 1 to November 30, GRACERY LOUNGE on the 8th floor of Hotel Gracery Shinjuku is serving an autumn fair of seasonal sweets, drinks, and cocktails, including an Acai and Sweet Potato Parfait that switches to a Halloween look from October 1 to 31.
WASHU BLUE RESORT KASAGO in Kurashiki, Okayama, is hosting an autumn dining event this fall, featuring 10 kinds of freshly fried bites at its buffet restaurant, including a new sweet potato and dill dish and deep-fried Shine Muscat grapes.
Kirishima Yokogawa Distillery is opening preorders on September 1 for Single Malt Whisky "The Drink You Don't Drink," a limited seven-bottle series tied to the Seven Lucky Gods and blessed by Chief Priest Benmou of Tenmyoji Temple, meant to be displayed unopened with a handwritten wish on the label.
On September 12, 2026, Achiterasu Kurashiki will host "MERCADO RICO CRAFT BEER," a craft beer event organized by Tamashima Shinkin Bank featuring beers from Kurashiki and other regions, a student-made beer from Okayama Prefectural University, food and sweets stalls, and a display of 5kg and 10kg "muscle mugs."
For one month only in October 2026, Cafe "&More by Sheraton" at Sheraton Kagoshima will serve a Halloween Afternoon Tea, while the hotel's cafe and 19th-floor bar VIVARIUM also roll out Halloween-themed pastries and cocktails from September 16 to October 31.
Sonmin Shokudo in Karuizawa's Hoshino Area holds the "Karuizawa Sake Terrace" on September 18 and 19, 2026, letting visitors taste-compare autumn sake from 13 Saku breweries and meet the makers behind them.
THE CITY BAKERY + Bar & Grill Gransta Tokyo opens inside Tokyo Station's Marunouchi ticket gates on September 16, offering Gransta-exclusive sandwiches, a Bar & Grill serving tapas, burgers, and pasta with drinks from 5 PM, and the store-only CB Cookie BOX souvenir.
On September 6, Nasushiobara City in Tochigi Prefecture hosts Viehfest in NasUSHIobara 2026 at the west exit plaza of JR Nasushiobara Station, with a milk toast, free Nasu wagyu tastings, and local food stalls celebrating the area's dairy and ranching culture.
Hombo Shuzo is releasing Sakurajima Nengou Shochu 2026, an authentic imo shochu made only from Koganesengan sweet potatoes harvested that same year in Minami-Satsuma, Kagoshima, with its label design changing annually. It goes on sale in early October 2026 in limited quantities.
Following strong demand for its first round, Tachibana E Shuhan (Uprising Co., Ltd.) begins selling "Koun Bai Mikuji" Round 2 on August 31, 2026, a whisky lottery limited to 230 sets at ¥13,999 each. Every set guarantees two bottles, and the top prize offers a chance to win both a Hakushu 18 Year Limited Edition and a Yamazaki Limited Edition 2016.
THE C's SKY DINING, the Italian restaurant on the 17th floor of Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower, is serving the seasonal "THE C's SKY DINING Autumn Buffet 2026" for lunch and dinner from September 1 through November 30, 2026, pairing autumn ingredients with a wine-focused free-flow drink option.
A digital stamp rally will guide participants through around 100 bars and restaurants near Nakano, Koenji, Asagaya, Ogikubo, and Nishi-Ogikubo stations from September 14 to 18, 2026, with prizes for visiting shops along the way.
Onsen Dojo, operator of the Ofuro Cafe hot spring facilities, and Kyodo Shoji's COEDO Brewery have jointly developed OFURO ALE, a Kölsch-style anniversary beer brewed with Saitama-grown sansho pepper, yuzu, and rice, going on sale September 19, 2026 for ¥780.
From September 1 to October 15, 2026, Osaka Excel Hotel Tokyu's 17th-floor restaurant PIC⊛NIKA hosts its first Osaka-mon Umariage dinner fair, pairing three wines from Katashimo Winery with three original pasta dishes made from Osaka-grown ingredients.
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka's Restaurant & Lounge Bar eu is serving a Velvet Martini Collection of dessert-inspired martinis from September 1 to October 31, 2026, available nightly from 5:00 PM.
HARE-TABI SAUNA & INN in Yokohama Chinatown will host the 8th "Yokohama Chinatown SAUNA DAY" on September 17, 2026, featuring a joint aufguss session from two Yokohama-based Aufguss Masters, relaxation treatments, and an event-only draft pour of "Yokohama Sa-Tabi Ale."
Chivas Regal is releasing the "Chivas Regal 16 Charles Leclerc Limited Edition," the brand's first 16-year-aged whisky and the first signature blend created by global brand ambassador Charles Leclerc, in limited quantities starting October 5, 2026.
GORELAX, the totonoi sauna brand from Pine Create, is teaming up with Okinawa's Orion Beer on a new collaboration collection — seven kinds of unisex items, including printed T-shirts and an embroidered cap, sold exclusively at general stores and variety shops across Okinawa Prefecture starting late August 2026.
From September 7 to October 4, 2026, MoN Takanawa and TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY present a 28-day program reviving Takanawa's Edo-era "moon waiting" tradition, featuring an immersive planetarium, an exhibition of an Utamaro masterpiece, workshops, and moon-themed food and drink.
From September 7 to 13, 2026, TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY hosts "Takanawa Tsukimachi," an event reviving Takanawa's Edo-era moon-waiting tradition with a sake pairing menu, a special afternoon tea, mochi-pounding, moon-themed light art, and free yukata dressing.
Ubusuna no Sato TOMIMOTO, a renovated kominka hotel in Nara's Ikaruga–Horyuji area and the birthplace of ceramic artist and first Living National Treasure Tomimoto Kenkichi, marks the World Heritage registration of the Asuka-Fujiwara Imperial Capitals with a special kaiseki plan themed on ancient Yamato history, available from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027.
Cafe & Bar Plaza at Mito Plaza Hotel in Ibaraki is hosting Evening High Tea Autumn on Fridays and Saturdays from September 4 to November 28, 2026, pairing a three-tiered stand of seasonal dishes with a choice between a 90-minute standard plan and a 120-minute premium plan featuring craft beer and sake.
A whisky lucky draw available exclusively on Amazon.co.jp has launched with 466 slots, priced at ¥4,880 per slot with free shipping. The top prize is Hakushu 18 Years Old, one of the most sought-after bottles in Japanese whisky.
Starting September 2026, Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora's Riverside Kitchen & Bar introduces a new seasonal dinner course from Executive Chef Kei Sakamoto, layering French technique and wood-fire cooking with Japanese ingredients like plum, yuba, whitebait, and miso, available in three tiers from ¥10,000.
From September 1, 2026, JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo debuts a season-long autumn promotion inspired by "Nijuroku-ya-machi," the Edo-era moon-waiting tradition historically tied to Takanawa, featuring a poolside sound bath, moon-themed dining and cocktails, and a Kyoto craft gin pop-up at bar "4-0-3."
KURAND is opening a lottery sale for "Kinmokusei no Hachimitsushu," a mead infused with hand-sorted osmanthus flowers and produced by Mine no Yuki Shuzojo in Fukushima. Entries are open from August 21 through September 25, 2026, with winners notified afterward and bottles shipping from late October.
LA VIE 1923, set inside Osaka's historic red brick warehouse, is offering "AKARENGA SUMMER GRILL & FREE FLOW," a summer-only dinner pairing seasonal French dishes and BBQ-style grilled meats with a 90-minute free flow of wine, beer, cocktails, and highballs, from August through October 31, 2026.
To coincide with the Minami-Koshigaya Awa Odori on August 22 and 23, 2026, the Minami-Koshigaya Rakuun shopping complex will host up to 16 food trucks, a nationwide "Ice Cream Championship" where visitors vote for their favorite regional ice cream, and a "Shaved Ice Lab" where two juices can be mixed into a custom-made shaved ice.
Tonkatsu Shinjuku Saboten is releasing a second edition of "Sabo Ale," an upcycled happoshu brewed from the bread crusts trimmed off its popular katsu sando, in limited quantities at select restaurant locations from Monday, August 24, 2026.
From September through November 2026, Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanpa Resort serves a rice whisky in its Executive Lounge, holds an awamori tasting event in the lobby, and hosts a Pineapple Fair pairing pineapple sweets with wine at its buffet restaurant Le Sensoriel.
On August 22, 2026, Oden Sumiyoshi Shinsaibashi in Osaka's Shinsaibashi district holds its popular annual sake pairing event, pairing a nine-course oden meal with rare, hard-to-find sake gathered from breweries across Japan, across two seatings for ¥15,000 per person.
Yokohama Oktoberfest returns to the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza for 17 days from September 18 to October 4, 2026, with beer from five of Munich's official Oktoberfest breweries, more than 100 beers including Japan debuts and venue-exclusive brews, German food, live German band performances, and four themed areas for every kind of visitor.
On October 2, 2026, Hotel Granvia Wakayama marks the 10th installment of its Craft Draft Beer Festival, bringing together 8 breweries from Wakayama and the Chubu-Tokai region — Mie, Aichi, Gifu, Nagano, Shizuoka, and Yamanashi — for a one-night, all-you-can-drink event priced at 5,500 yen in advance.
Kirin Brewery is bringing "Kirin Ichiban Shibori Toretate Hop Draft Beer (Limited Edition)" to stores nationwide from November 17, 2026, brewed with hops harvested this year in Tono, Iwate Prefecture and frozen within 24 hours of picking.
Suntory is adding a La France pear flavor to its "Kudamono Torys" fruit highball can lineup, arriving nationwide on October 13, 2026, for a limited time.
InterContinental Sapporo's 9th-floor bar Norva has opened Nikka Highball Paradise on August 1, letting guests build an original highball with Nikka Whisky from more than 4,000 combinations of whisky, mixer, flavor, and garnish, with a premium plan offering 6,000-plus combinations and a non-alcohol option available too.
Oktoberfest returns to Tokyo's Shiba Park from September 11 to 23, 2026, with the seasonal-only Festbier, eleven German beer brands including Japan's first pours from Saxony's MEISSNER, regional sausages, daily stage shows, and a muscle beer challenge, near Tokyo Tower.
Suntory adds a kiwi flavor to its "196" fruit chuhai series, available nationwide for a limited time from October 13, 2026.
Suntory is releasing White Akadama Punch Can nationwide for a limited time from October 13, 2026 — a new white wine sour variant of the Akadama Punch series, made with Akadama Sweet Wine White.
Tachibana E Liquors has launched the 152nd edition of its whisky lottery, doubling the winning odds for Yamazaki 18 Years Old to mark 70,000 cumulative sets sold, with 466 limited entries available starting August 18, 2026.
From August 17 to October 15, 2026, THE COSMOPOLITAN GRILL BAR TERRACE at Grand Front Osaka is serving a Southeast Asia-themed afternoon tea, the second edition of its "Afternoon Tea Around the World" series, with sweets, savories, and cocktails inspired by Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Kuzefuku Shoten is teaming up with craft beer maker Yoho Brewing for a free beer and snack pairing event, held at Diamor Osaka on August 22 and MIDORI Nagano on August 23, 2026.
On August 26, 2026, a flower shop and a cafe in front of Roppongi Crossing will be rented out for "SAKE BLOOM NIGHT," a one-night event blending sake, flowers, dance, and music that brings together around 150 sake brewery owners and restaurant industry leaders from across Japan.
THE GATE HOTEL OSAKA by HULIC's rooftop bar and lounge PEAKS is running a Summer Beer "PERONI" Fair through September 30, 2026, featuring the Italian beer Peroni Nastro Azzurro and a fragrance-infused beer cocktail alongside sweeping views of Osaka from the 28th floor.
Whispering Angel, the premium Provence rosé that has led the global "rosé renaissance" for two decades, is marking its 20th anniversary with a limited-edition design bottle available at select retailers in Japan, alongside anniversary promotions at hotels and restaurants nationwide.
A new Herbal Lime flavor is joining the Wilkinson Tansan Tag Sober lineup of non-alcoholic cocktail-taste carbonated drinks, pairing the brand's signature strong carbonation with lime flavor and herbal aroma, launching nationwide on September 8.
From August 3 to September 15, 2026, BUSO BREWERY near Machida Station is offering a new beer garden course with all-you-can-drink, brewery-fresh craft beer and a food course served on an open-air terrace.
KURAND is releasing "Yoibanashi," an original junmai daiginjo sake developed with Juufuutei Raden of the VTuber group ReGLOSS, in limited quantities from August 19 — the online sake shop's third collaboration with hololive production.
Izumise Co., Ltd. is bringing back 001 Sparkling Sake 2019, the sold-out debut bottle from its ice-aged sake brand °Ondo, after additional sub-zero aging. Just 20 bottles of the ¥22,000 junmai daiginjo, brewed by Fukushima's Ninki Shuzo, go up for lottery sale from August 19 to August 26, 2026, with winners announced August 27.
SABUROMARU Distillery in Toyama Prefecture has picked up three Double Gold awards and one Gold award at Asia World Spirits Competition 2026, an international blind-tasting competition for the Asian market. Three bottlings from its SAB. series took the top Double Gold honor, while a limited single cask release earned Gold.
From September 1 to 9, 2026, Tsubaki in Okuyugawara Onsen is offering a limited-time gourmet plan for the Chrysanthemum Festival (Choyo no Sekku), featuring chrysanthemum sake and chestnut rice made with Hokkaido-grown Yumepirika rice.
From September 16 to December 8, 2026, Risonare Shimonoseki's main dining restaurant OTTO SETTE SHIMONOSEKI is serving a limited-time autumn course built around fugu, in-season venison, and amadai tilefish, of which Yamaguchi Prefecture lands the largest catch in Japan, paired with local sake and wine.
Sakehinata, the liquor brand from Kyoto's Izumise Co., Ltd., is releasing "Late-Night Soda Float," a four-flavor liqueur series that now comes with an adorable bear bottle so anyone can recreate a colorful, low-alcohol cream soda at home.
Tachibana E Liquors has launched the 151st edition of its whisky lottery, featuring Yamazaki 18 Year as the top prize, with 466 limited entries available starting August 12, 2026.
A limited-quantity 200ml mini bottle of the smoky Islay malt whisky "Big Peat Crazy Smoky Edition" arrives at Lawson stores nationwide on August 11, made from the same whisky as the same-day RTD highball release.
THE CENTRAL PARK KOKURA, rebuilt from a Kitakyushu wedding venue that has welcomed roughly 600,000 guests over the years, is set to open in Fukuoka Prefecture in spring 2027 with a garden-linked chapel and party spaces, plus an on-site "Tank to Table" craft beer brewed to each couple's own recipe.
Art Bell Ange Kushiro, a wedding venue in Hokkaido, is opening its garden and indoor spaces for "SUMMER BEER GARDEN 2026" on August 21 and 22, offering a 120-minute all-you-can-eat-and-drink buffet with live cooking, shaved-ice sours, and a festival-style game corner for families and friends.
A new 114-seat buffet restaurant inspired by the blue of Awaji Island's sea and sky has opened at Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa, and a Silver Week plan will add Awaji beef steak and local craft beer to the dinner buffet from September 19 to 23, 2026.
On October 4 and December 6, 2026, Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima's 22nd-floor restaurant Steak & Seafood Boston will once again host "Art Wine Maison SETOUCHI," an art workshop where guests paint alongside sommelier-selected wines, followed by a lunch featuring seasonal Hiroshima ingredients.
A share-style dinner pairing autumn ingredients from Izu with craft beers from Shuzenji's Baird Brewing will be offered at Izu Marriott Hotel Shuzenji's restaurant Grill & Dining G from September 1 to November 30, 2026.
From September 1 to October 31, 2026, Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa's buffet restaurant Locavore serves up a Shine Muscat sweets fair featuring Nagano-grown grapes and fruit desserts, while a September tasting event introduces four craft beers inspired by Matsushiro's local specialties.
The popular RTD "Jinx Gin Soda," made with British Old Tom Gin, returns to Lawson stores nationwide in limited quantities starting August 11, 2026.
Relo Stay VILLA Kinosaki The Condominium in Hyogo has installed Asahi Group Japan's fine-foam draft beer server, THE DRAFTERS, in 28 guest rooms of 60 m² or larger, letting guests enjoy authentic draft beer in their rooms with any stay plan through August 31.
Two new ready-to-drink highballs join the Scotch whisky brand "Big Peat" RTD series, launching in limited quantities at Lawson stores nationwide on August 11, alongside an X giveaway campaign.
Twelve craft breweries and six food vendors from across Japan will gather at Osaka Bay Tower on September 22 and 23 for MUGI FES Osaka Bay Tower 2026, a craft beer event themed around a toast to the future that also features live entertainment and sustainable initiatives.
Tokyo Beer Hall & Beer Terrace 14 (Ichiyon) in Tokyo's Marunouchi introduces Jalapeño Lager, the second release in its 14th Anniversary Beer Series collaboration with Coedo Brewery, on sale in limited quantities from August 2026.
The TRAVELERS HOUSE ROOFTOP BAR, on the 26th floor of Hotel Metropolitan Oimachi Tracks, has introduced "LOTO YOAGE," a new bar dessert built around yogurt ice cream in three mood-based flavors, each finished with a different liqueur, available from August 1 through September 30, 2026.
With daytime heat at record highs, Accor is proposing seven premium evening experiences for cooling off after sunset at its hotels across Japan, from open-air terrace dining and a lit-up night pool to a four-night ghost-story dinner and rooftop stargazing.
Chugoku Kappo Ryokan Kikusuitei in Tokorozawa, Saitama, is holding a one-night-only "Autumn Chef's Dinner" at its restaurant Tengaiten on September 26, 2026, featuring a Chinese cuisine tasting course built around premium seafood, with an optional wine free-flow and live piano performances.
Dole's Mottainai Fruit Project, known for rescuing off-spec bananas, now reaches domestically grown fruit. The result is Kirin Hyoketsu® mottainai Shiranui, a canned chuhai made with cosmetically imperfect Kumamoto-grown shiranui citrus, available nationwide from August 18, 2026.
Shinjuku Prince Hotel's top-floor restaurant Japanese Dining & Bar FUGA is serving an autumn-themed Evening High Tea with free-flow wine, beer, and cocktails, available from September 1 through November 30, 2026, with sweeping night views over Shinjuku.
Suntory is expanding its long-running Horoyoi series with two new flavors, "Lemonade Sour" and "Kiwi Fizz," launching as year-round additions across Japan on Tuesday, October 6.
Suntory is releasing the limited-edition "ROKU Yuzu Yukimi Edition" gin nationwide from October 6, along with the brand's first canned product, "ROKU Premium Gin Soda," at convenience stores across Japan on the same day.
Rooftop BBQ restaurant DELTA+SKY at Omiya Rakuun is running a summer-only "cooling experience" fair, adding a frozen beer frappe, boozy shaved ice, house-made lemon sours, and sangria to its hands-free BBQ plans.
A bistro-style izakaya called "Taishu Sakaba Frenchman," known as a midday-drinking destination that started in Osaka, opens its first Kyushu location inside Fukuoka's Tenjin Business Center II on August 4, 2026, serving French bistro dishes from 198 yen.
On Saturday, August 1, 2026, THE NIIGATA is opening a booth at Ginza's Yukata de Gin-bura 2026, selling Niigata's summer specialties such as edamame, sake, and cider, with appearances by local mascots Reruhi-san and Unajiro-kun.
Tachibana E-Shuhan's new "Mugen no Goun Mikuji Vol. 1" whisky lottery goes on sale July 30, 2026, limited to 466 entries at 4,980 yen each. Every draw delivers a bottle, with prizes ranging from Taketsuru 21 Years Old Pure Malt to Hakushu 12 and Hibiki Japanese Harmony.
Asahi Draft Beer Autumn Mellow (Aki no Maroyaka), a limited-quantity addition to the "Maruef" lineup with extra malt and adjusted hops for a mellow, autumn-ready taste, goes on sale nationwide from August 18.
To mark its fifth anniversary, craft gin brand HOLON is launching its first non-alcoholic drink, HOLON GIN ORIGINAL 0.00%, open for pre-order from July 29, 2026, alongside a renewed version of its signature HOLON GIN ORIGINAL gin.
Kirin Brewery is releasing limited-quantity autumn design cans for KIRIN ICHIBAN, KIRIN ICHIBAN Zero Sugar, and KIRIN ICHIBAN White Beer nationwide from Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with maple leaf, pampas grass, and ginkgo motifs that turn from yellow to orange when the cans are chilled.
POLEPOLE, which runs cave exploration tours in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture, has launched "NIIMI ORIGIN," an inbound-focused Japanese culture experience brand connecting overseas travelers with the region's shrine traditions, soba making, sake brewing, and other culture passed down by local people.
Liquor Mountain, which operates 207 specialty liquor stores nationwide, is opening "Shuen LIQUOR FESTIVAL 2026" at Hotel Granvia Kyoto, bringing together sake, wine, craft beer, and more from breweries and distilleries around the country for visitors to sample and enjoy.
Suntory's popular -196 "fruit-forward chuhai" series brings back a limited-edition flavor — Kyoho Grape — releasing nationwide from September 22, 2026.
Suntory is renewing and relaunching "Additive-Free Delicious Wine. Sparkling <Red>" and "Sparkling <White>" nationwide from early August 2026, with a revised blend for fresher fruitiness.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing is rolling out a new tokubetsu junmai release, renewed dry sake packs, limited-time seasonal sake, and an updated non-alcoholic sparkling drink nationwide starting in September 2026.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing renews its non-alcoholic sparkling drink "Hakutsuru Ginrei Sparkling," first released in 2022 as a sparkling sake-taste beverage, with a redesigned label spelling out that it won't make you drunk, launching nationwide on September 11, 2026.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing is renewing its "Hakutsuru Maru Karakuchi" sake, updating the package design for easier recognition on store shelves while keeping the same original koji mold used in brewing. The refreshed lineup goes on sale nationwide from Friday, September 11, 2026.
A new tokubetsu junmai sake brewed with an in-house yeast that produces a floral aroma reminiscent of freshly pressed sake goes on sale nationwide on September 11, 2026, made with 100% high-quality Hyogo-grown Yamadanishiki rice.
NOHGA HOTEL UENO TOKYO's restaurant Bistro NOHGA will hold the 18th edition of its Tripling Dinner series on August 29, 2026, pairing sake from Gunma's Nagai Sake Brewery, glassware selected by Taito-ku's Kimoto Glass, and a seasonal five-course dinner, with brewery head Noriyoshi Nagai joining as a guest.
A three-day sake event at Tokyo Big Sight this August lets visitors taste as much as they like from 44 breweries across Japan, with the full lineup of labels now revealed.
Saketsunagi Project and sake brand HINEMOS have released a STEINS;GATE collaboration sake line called "Divergence Brew," featuring four bottles inspired by the anime's main characters plus a complete set, with reservations opening July 28, 2026 via the HINEMOS special site.
Yoho Brewing's new "Fruit Detajan," a Belgian white beer brewed with orange and pink grapefruit juice, goes on sale in cans exclusively at FamilyMart nationwide from July 28. Draft versions will also be served at "YONA YONA BEER WORKS" locations, "YONA YONA TOKYO BREWERY," and the brewery's Osaka taproom.
Nikko Kaido Oyama Distillery in Tochigi Prefecture releases its first canned highball, "Nikko Highball," on August 8, made with whisky aged in a Nikko cedar cask, alongside a one-day tasting event at JR Oyama Station.
On Friday, August 28, 2026, Strings Hotel Nagoya will turn its cathedral-view Cabana Garden blue for one night only with "STRINGS Blue Bubble Night," featuring a limited Chandon Brut blue cocktail, live jazz from Aichi University's Blue Stars Jazz Orchestra, a blue dress code with a Best Dresser Award, and an afternoon tea or evening high tea plan at the New York Lounge.
Sankt Gallen brewery has begun general sales of its "Kuroneko no Okimochi" (Black Cat Feelings) beers, "Omedeto" and "Arigato," previously available only through LINE Gift, featuring a rescued black cat that now lives with the brewery's staff.
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka will host a Chinese Liquor Seminar on September 24, 2026, exploring the charm of Chinese wine centered on Shaoxing wine, paired with an original course crafted by Chinese Restaurant Shisen.
From July 22, 2026, Tokyo Beer Hall & Beer Terrace 14 (Ichiyon) in Tokyo's Marunouchi is holding a summer-only fair called "Salt and Spice," serving 12 dishes built around seasoned salts and spices designed to pair with COEDO beer.
From August 12 to 18, 2026, Sake Market Shinjuku will host a limited-time pop-up pairing 10 ice cream flavors with 100 varieties of sweet sake and 10 toppings, creating more than 10,000 possible combinations.
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, TOKYO Whisky Library in Omotesando is releasing its second collaboration bottle with Nagahama Distillery, a 6-year single cask heavily peated whisky finished in PX sherry quarter casks, available in-store now with general sales starting July 28, 2026.
Chuo Line Beer Works in Koganei marks its first anniversary on August 30, 2026, with a limited chestnut-inspired amber ale, a new standard pilsner, a two-day tap takeover weekend, and anniversary campaigns running through the season.
On July 14, 2026, FARO, the innovative Italian restaurant on the 10th floor of the Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Building, joined the first installment of "Regenerative Gastronomy," a special dinner with sake brand IWA and Kitasanriku Factory built around the theme of regenerating the natural environment.
From July 21 to September 13, 2026, Kaiju Sakaba's Shimbashi Distillery location is holding an "Ultraman Tiga Fair" with food and drinks themed around the monsters and aliens who battled Ultraman Tiga, plus a random limited-edition coaster with every fair-menu order.
Restaurant Southwest at Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel is holding a three-day, all-you-can-drink dinner buffet themed around aging, fermentation, and smoking, featuring 26 dishes built mainly around Hokkaido ingredients, from September 19 to 21, 2026. Guests who reserve through the official website by August 31 get ¥500 off the adult price.
Takara Shuzo is releasing a new limited-quantity flavor of its Takara "Shochu Highball" series — the Kyoretsu White Grape Cider Wari — nationwide on August 4, 2026, offering the brand's strongest carbonation paired with a refreshing, not-too-sweet white grape cider flavor.
A new limited-edition canned chu-hi from Takara Shuzo arrives nationwide on August 4, 2026, featuring a rich mango flavor made from the whole fruit, peel included.
On August 16, Six Senses Kyoto's Rooftop Lounge will host "TELMONT Champagne Rooftop Okuribi Night," a one-night-only event pairing free-flow Telmont Champagne and signature cocktails with a seasonal Kyoto food buffet, set against the glow of the Gozan Okuribi bonfires.
From July 24 to September 25, 2026, the historic wedding venue Tokyo Afrodite in Nihonbashi opens its rooftop garden and hall to the public for the "Italian Beer Garden & Hall," pairing beer and Italian wine with chef-crafted dishes such as summer vegetable caponata, tuna prosciutto cappellini, and grilled pork shoulder.
On August 21, 2026, Yokohama Mores' rooftop Mores BBQ Beer Garden hosts Bon DANCE 2026, a new bon odori event that blends beer garden dining, traditional dance, and DJ music. DJ Celly, known online for a viral Bon Jovi bon odori mashup, headlines alongside DJ YAHAGI, Tokyo Otome Daiko, and the Japan Bon Odori Association, with a limited standing plan available for the first 100 guests.
A new limited-quantity canned chu-hai featuring 5% domestic Japanese pear juice is set to hit shelves nationwide on August 18, with an autumn-themed package design capturing the fragrant sweetness of ripe wanashi.
THE KOBE DINING CRUISE will host its Ashiya Fireworks Cruise on Saturday, August 1, 2026, aboard the Concerto and Luminous Kobe 2, offering fireworks-deck viewing, chef-prepared courses, and live music from Kobe Port. Some plans are already sold out, with limited seats remaining on the rest.
Suntory will release a new limited-edition Horoyoi flavor, Chilled Mikan, available nationwide from September 8, 2026.
Starting July 16, 2026, the Japanese restaurant Shikisai on the 5th floor of Royal Pines Hotel Urawa is offering a weekday-night-only "Nagomi" set meal fair, with two shareable courses designed for couples and friends to enjoy together.
Soratoshiba by Yona Yona Ale, the craft beer brewing restaurant inside Escon Field HOKKAIDO, is holding its first "Soratoshiba Aki no Bakushu Matsuri 2026" (Autumn Beer Festival) on September 12-13, 2026, offering up to 18 kinds of craft beer along with seminars, workshops, and stage activities.
YOKABAN, an experiential event blending live music with Kagoshima tea, shochu, and food, comes to Kego Shrine in the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin district on October 9, 2026, marking its first outdoor edition after previous events in Kyoto, Tokyo, and other cities across Japan.
Yokohama Kitanaka Marche is adding a new evening-only market called "Kitanaka Yomatsuri" on select weekends this July, August, and September 2026, pairing local craft beer, wine, and sake with festival games, workshops, and a yukata giveaway from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Suntory is releasing five new French wines nationwide on November 19, led by the "Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau 2026." This year's lineup uses an unchilled "nama" process for a fresher, fruitier taste and keeps its artist-designed labels, while prices stay unchanged from last year.
On August 1, 2026, Ginza NAGANO will hold its first Alcohol Ink Art experience event, inviting guests to paint the night sky of Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture, while enjoying Nagano wine and appetizers.
From July 7 to August 18, 2026, the Ginza sumo dinner-show restaurant HIRAKUZA GINZA runs a summer event with a Tanabata wish-writing corner, limited-time sake cocktails, a drink stamp rally, and an uchiwa fan giveaway for ticket holders.
KURAND's online craft alcohol shop begins sales of "Ryusei no Osake" on July 7, a fruit liqueur inspired by shooting stars with a sweet berry-like scent and a citrus tartness, available through its crowdfunding platform "Kurafan!"
Kyoto Century Hotel's main bar Essex is serving two original cocktails inspired by ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi's warrior prints and playful cat artwork from July 18 to September 23, 2026, timed to coincide with a Kuniyoshi exhibition at the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art.
Winery Restaurant St. Cousair in Iizuna, Nagano, is holding a one-night-only "Opera Dinner" on August 29, 2026, pairing live performances by opera singers including baritone Kei Kondo with a seasonal course menu overlooking the vineyard at sunset.
Suntory's -196 Sugar-Free lineup welcomes back the popular Peach Sparkling flavor, going on sale nationwide from September 1 for a limited period.
Suntory's Japanese wine brand SUNTORY FROM FARM releases two nouveau wines nationwide on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in limited quantities — a Koshu white and a Muscat Bailey A rosé, both crafted entirely from grapes harvested this year in Yamanashi Prefecture.
Takara Shuzo is releasing a limited-quantity Tokushima Sudachi flavor of its Takara can Chu-Hi brand nationwide on July 28, reviving a citrus flavor last sold as a limited edition about 30 years ago after requests from its online fan community.
Japanese wine select shop wa-syu returns to Isetan Shinjuku's "World Wine Tour" exhibition from July 14 to 20, 2026, recreating its Kakuuchi-style wine bar and teaming up with Kitakamakura inari sushi shop Kyoku for a limited pairing menu, while nine guest winemakers make daily appearances throughout the event.
Bleston Court Yukawatan, the main dining restaurant at Hoshino Resorts' Karuizawa Hotel Bleston Court, is serving a summer-only course from July 3 to September 7, 2026, built around its "Water Gibier" concept. The menu features eel terrine with a seasonal rice salad, Shinano Yukimasu trout with fennel espuma, and charcoal-grilled kid goat, alongside a terrace apéro experience surrounded by greenery.
On August 16, THE CHAPTER KYOTO, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is marking its 5th anniversary with a one-day "Natsu Matsuri" dinner buffet, featuring a special cocktail event hosted by KI NO BI global ambassador Masashi "Marcy" Sakuma.
On July 22 and 23, 2026, Chidorigafuchi hosts a free evening of 2,000 lanterns drifting across the moat, alongside nearby cafes, museums, and a sake-tasting tour that round out a summer night near the Imperial Palace.
From September 1 to 30, 2026, HOSHINOYA Fuji offers the two-night Glamorous Grape Stay, tracing Yamanashi's 1,300-year grape heritage through a National Treasure temple, a winery, and a vineyard, then closing with a chef's grape pairing dinner and a fireside evening with hot wine.
From August 5 to 7, 2026, Hotel Metropolitan Sendai's Grand Ballroom SENDAI hosts "Metropolitan Summer Festa 2026," an evening event featuring Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes made with Tohoku and Miyagi ingredients, a dedicated Miyagi sake corner, and a live jazz stage.
A new junmai ginjo sake featuring an original illustration of Eris Greyrat from Mushoku Tensei III is now available for pre-order through the Saketsunagi online shop, with orders shipping from August 6, 2026.
To celebrate the first anniversary of Blended Japanese Whisky SOGAINI, a limited quantity of bottles will come bundled with an original can-shaped "SOGAINI Can Glass" starting September 10.
From July 24 to 26, 2026, Summer Festa IN KORIYAMA 2026 transforms the street in front of JR Koriyama Station into one of eastern Japan's largest beer gardens, featuring 58 restaurants and food trucks, two music stages, new paid reserved seating, and family-friendly festival games.
Yagokoro Sake Bar Jizake no Yakata, a shop where visitors can taste and choose Shinshu sake to take home, reopens July 11, 2026 in Hirugami Onsen, Achi Village — giving stargazing visitors more to enjoy before and after taking in Japan's best starry sky.
Through July 31, Aloft Tokyo Ginza's W XYZ Bar offers "A Journey of Nikka Whisky," a limited-time tasting promotion inspired by Nikka Whisky founder Masataka Taketsuru that lets guests explore Japanese whisky without leaving Ginza.
For two days only during Kyoto's Gion Festival, Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto is offering a collaboration burger made with long-established bakery Shinshindo's buns, plus two sangria smoothies, on July 15 and 16, 2026.
Goto Tsubaki Distillery is releasing a three-part limited-edition gin collaboration with Amami Oshima-based painter and picture-book author Miroco Machiko, beginning with "Ibitsuna Hatake" on July 23, 2026, followed by two more editions later this year.
A limited number of Hanamaru Udon locations are now serving SANUKI 870 ALE, a craft beer brewed using leftover dough trimmed during udon production, developed together with upcycle beer brand Better life with upcycle.
CORTESE has fully renewed its original sake brand "HITEN-NYO," relaunching it with two redesigned varieties, "Sweet Moon" and "Shining Mist," developed together with Yamagata's Nakaoki Shuzoten. Built around the theme "Tradition, with today's sensibility," the brand pairs traditional sake craftsmanship with an art-forward look designed for a relaxing drink at the end of the day.
From July 6 to August 31, 2026, seafood izakaya chain Isomaru Suisan is holding a Korean Fair with spicy tteokbokki, gejang-style shrimp, bingsu, and Chamisul soju at most locations nationwide, alongside a July campaign offering app members a free chuhai coupon.
Kodansha's Young Magazine has turned a beach house at Katase Nishihama and Kugenuma Beach in Fujisawa into an all-you-can-read manga lounge, offering 13 titles — from current hits to classics like Initial D — alongside food and drinks from July 1 through September 13.
Kobe-based importer Oyama Co., Ltd. is bringing Northern Ireland's The Boatyard Distillery to Japan for the first time, with a lineup of organic gin, vodka, Old Tom gin, and sloe gin liqueur going on sale nationwide on July 1, 2026.
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa celebrates its 6th anniversary with "Summer Celebration 2026," a lineup of dining events at FIVE – Grill & Lounge and Roof Terrace Bar running from July through August 2026, including a signature Champagne night, tomahawk grill nights, a Hawaiian-themed BBQ buffet, and a rooftop fireworks party.
KURAND's online craft alcohol shop begins sales of "Kami no Mitsushu" (Mead of the Gods) on July 2, a honey wine made with Hokkaido linden honey that aims to recreate "nectar," the drink of the gods in Greek mythology, available through its crowdfunding platform "Kurafan!"
A new two-day, one-night tour launching September 30, 2026 takes shochu lovers to five breweries on Kagoshima's Osumi Peninsula, with a sweet potato harvest, brewing experiences, a whiskey tasting, and a make-your-own blended shochu workshop.
Hokkaido Wine begins reservations on July 1, 2026, for its new "Weekend Only Sushi Pairing Tour," pairing wines from its Otaru winery with sushi from a neighborhood restaurant loved by locals.
Indoor golf school STEPGOLF has partnered with luxury sake brand MINAKI, giving 50 winners drawn from its roughly 110,000 cumulative members the right to purchase the rare Junmai Daiginjo 極幻FORMULA.2 through a lottery running July 1 to 6, 2026.
Takara Shuzo's regional craft chuhai "Takara CRAFT <Yoichi-Grown Niagara>" has taken the Gold Award at the 5th Hokkaido Souvenir Grand Prix, hosted by FM NORTH WAVE.
Tachibana E-Shuhan's new "Shichifuku Gouun Mikuji Vol. 1" whisky lottery goes on sale July 1, 2026, limited to 466 entries at 6,980 yen each. Every draw delivers a bottle, with prizes ranging from The Macallan 1824 Collection to Hakushu 12 and Yamazaki 12.
The "県ジンプロジェクト by agataJapan" launches its 20th product, a craft gin made with Unshu mandarin oranges from Ehime Prefecture's Nishiuwa region, with a CAMPFIRE crowdfunding campaign now open for early access.
From July 18 to 31, 2026, the Japanese restaurant Isshin at Hotel New Otani Osaka is offering a limited-time selection of premium eel dishes made with carefully selected domestic unagi, prepared using Edo-style techniques.
Starting July 1, 2026, Ponshukan's 唎酒番所 sake tasting stations at three Niigata stations will update their price from ¥500 to ¥1,000 for five tasting coins, while launching themed courses, a sake concierge service, food pairings, and vessel comparison experiences.
A new grape highball joins Suntory's Kudamono Torys Can series for a limited time starting August 25, 2026, blending rich grape flavor with the smooth finish of Torys Whisky.
Tokyo-based craft brewery VERTERE is set to open a new taproom in Daikanyama on July 17, 2026, serving eight draft beers alongside light food and canned beer retail at the TENOHA Daikanyama complex.
A new summer seasonal cocktail, "Okatotoki," will be served at Bar Granada in Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto from July 1 through August 31, 2026, featuring Kyoto-made craft gin and sake.
Nihonshu Fair 2026, featuring approximately 1,200 sake brands from 45 prefectures across Japan, concluded its two-day run at Ikebukuro Sunshine City with sold-out tickets and around 5,600 visitors.
From July 1 to August 31, 2026, YEBISU BAR branches across Japan are running a limited-time Okinawa food fair, pairing Okinawan specialty ingredients with draft YEBISU beer.
Five Autograph Collection Hotels across Japan are serving exclusive daruma-inspired cocktails throughout August 2026, each reflecting the individual character and story of their respective property.
DEPOT, a nostalgic bar inside Tokyo Station's GranSta, will serve Sapporo's Edel Pils in six different pouring styles using specially selected glassware—including rare discontinued pieces—every Wednesday in July 2026.
Izumi Co., Ltd. will begin selling "Kaijyu Lemon Chuhai," a new private-brand canned chu-hi made with upcycled Setouchi lemons, at Izumi Group stores (some locations excluded) from Tuesday, June 30.
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka's Restaurant & Lounge Bar eu is serving a special Summer Cocktail Collection of fruit-infused margaritas from July 1 to August 31, 2026, available nightly from 5:00 PM.
Asahi Beer is adding a new lemon-cola flavored canned RTD to its popular "Mirai no Lemon Sour" lineup, featuring a floating lemon slice that rises when the can is opened, on sale nationwide from July 28 for a limited time.
Hotel Indigo Nagasaki Glover Street is offering a 3-night, 4-day luxury stay plan starting July 22, 2026, featuring visits to 潜龍酒造, a historic sake brewery, and 三川内焼 pottery kilns, with a special dinner at Restaurant Cathedréclat.
Japanese sake brand SAKE HUNDRED is hosting a series of special pairing events at three renowned Tokyo restaurants — 六本木 鮨悠, みつい, and ふしきの — from late June through July 2026, where the artistry of chefs meets premium sake selections.
Suntory is launching two seasonal chuhai drinks — "Suntory Autumn Pear" and "Suntory Autumn Apple" — for a limited time nationwide starting August 18, 2026.
Takara Shuzo is releasing a new limited-edition flavor of its Takara "Shochu Highball" series — the Sansho Sour — on July 14, 2026, featuring the refreshing aroma and tingling spice of Japanese sansho pepper.
For five days in July 2026, Hayama Hikage Chaya opens its garden terrace for an evening celebration of ayu sweetfish, featuring a special kaiseki course and charcoal-grilled fish under the summer sky.
From August 1, 2026, Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo launches a hotel-wide Italian cultural fair featuring special dinners, wine pairings, accommodation plans, and more, commemorating the 160th anniversary of Japan-Italy diplomatic relations.
Iinuma Honke, a sake brewery with over 300 years of history in Chiba, will hold the "Tanabata and Fireflies Evening 2026" at Kinoene Omoya on July 18, 19, and 20, 2026. Guests can enjoy a special 7-course Japanese meal paired with the brewery's finest sake while watching fireflies in the garden of a registered tangible cultural property.
Tentaka Shuzo, a sake brewery in Tochigi Prefecture, has launched a collaboration honey mead with Umamusume: Pretty Derby featuring Tokai Teio. Sales begin June 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM via the official online shop.
On July 15, 2026, The Balvenie hosts an exclusive tasting event at The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo, featuring four whiskies aged in different casks paired with a special menu by Executive Chef Jesus Nino.
Tokyo's longest-running craft beer brewery, T.Y.HARBOR Brewery, has launched a new line of canned beers with a refreshed modern design. They went on sale June 19, 2026, at Tennōzu Isle's new BREWS facility and the official online shop.
A two-day sake tasting event featuring about 20 breweries and 59 sake labels from Kanagawa and the greater Tokyo area returns to Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse on July 4 and 5, 2026, paired with DJ performances and a special Friday preview event.
Hakone Kowakien Tenyu in Kanagawa has added an all-inclusive free-flow (unlimited drinks) option to its popular premium dinner buffet, with the renovated Dining Hakone now offering the experience since May 29, 2026.
Hotel Nikko Tsukuba will hold a Makers' Dinner on August 8, 2026, combining a brewery tour at Tsukuba Brewery's Tsukuba Mountain foothills facility with a special five-course French pairing dinner at Restaurant Serena.
Echigo Beer's fourth entry in its popular Citrastrata series arrives with lemon juice, lemon peel, and a hint of honey layered over a Session IPA base — a refreshing summer brew at 4.5% ABV.
Suntory is releasing a new limited-edition flavor of its popular Horoyoi low-alcohol drink — Tropical Mix — featuring kiwifruit, pineapple, and mango. It hits shelves nationwide on August 12, 2026.
Sasaichi Brewery, a 360-year-old sake producer whose rice wine is offered as sacred sake at Kitaguchihonguu Fuji Sengen Shrine, is opening a new shop inside the waiting room of Otsuki Station on June 30, 2026, in a first-ever collaboration with JR East.
Tachibana E Liquors has launched the 136th edition of its whisky lottery, featuring Yamazaki 18 Year as the top prize, with 466 limited entries available starting June 19, 2026.
The 135th edition of the popular "Goka Whisky Mikuji" lottery, which has surpassed 60,000 total entries, launches on June 16, 2026 — with Yamazaki 18 Years Old as the top prize.
The monthly "Whisky Mikuji Day" lottery from Tachibana E Sake Sales launched on June 15, 2026 exclusively on Rakuten Ichiba, with Hakushu 25 Years Old as the top prize and a lineup of 466 entries at ¥7,980 each.
Nishi-Nippon Railroad is releasing its 2026 vintage of the Amaou Premium Sparkling Wine on June 15. Crafted from hand-picked Amaou strawberries grown in Yanagawa, Fukuoka, this fruit wine features a beautiful ruby color and rich aroma in its 14th consecutive year.
Two summer-limited unpasteurized sake—Junmai Daiginjo Namazake and Daiginjo Namazake—from the exclusive "Hakutsuru Mikage-go" direct-store brand will go on sale in limited quantities starting June 19, 2026.
SAKAE SAKE SQUARE 2026 is a three-day sake tasting event held at Oasis 21 Galaxy Square in Nagoya's Sakae district on July 18 to 20, 2026, showcasing 150 varieties from 50 breweries across Aichi and Gifu prefectures.
Grand Prince Hotel Shintakanawa is hosting "TAKANAWA Forest Garden," a poolside summer beer garden surrounded by greenery, from July 17 to September 11, 2026. Menu plans for both adults and children are available, with a kids BBQ plan making its debut this year.
Miyagi-based sake brewery Ichinokura has launched a limited-quantity junmai sake made with 100% Toyonishiki rice grown on its own farm, as part of a hands-on employee brewing project.
Starting June 1, 2026, JW Marriott Hotel Nara has opened its popular cultural experience programs — sake brewing, tea ceremony, wagashi-making, Nara brush crafting, and hand-drip coffee — to all hotel guests, not just those booked on dedicated package plans.
Kumahei (Japanese plum liqueur), a craft ume liqueur made with premium Kishu Nanko plums from Minabe, Wakayama, earned top gold at two of the world's most prestigious spirits competitions — scoring 98 out of 100 at the IWSC and 99 out of 100 at the SFWSC.
A special two-bottle set of pink plum wines crafted with Wakayama Prefecture's Nanko ume and the rare Tsuyuakane variety is now available through lottery sales.
Restaurant Brasserie Laurier at Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki in Gunma is hosting a "Niigata Food Fair" from July 1 to August 31, 2026. The lunch buffet showcases carefully selected ingredients from the Chuetsu region — including Tsumari pork, Niigata wagyu, and local seafood. On two special days, fresh fish caught off Sado Island is transported to Takasaki by Shinkansen and served as nigiri sushi in a live kitchen setting.
Raffles Hotel Singapore's Long Bar marks 111 years of the Singapore Sling on June 27, 2026, with a pineapple exchange campaign, the debut of Singapore Sling Zero, a photo booth, Golden Peanut prizes, and a roulette spin with every three cocktails ordered.
Beer lovers in Hokkaido can enjoy 9 varieties of draft beer at SAPPORO BEER HOLIDAY, held at Sapporo Garden Park on June 27 and 28, 2026, with live music, exclusive seasonal brews, and a commemorative original beer glass.
A wine tasting event featuring 100% locally grown Sera Town grapes will take place on July 11, 2026, at the Fairfield by Marriott Hiroshima Sera lobby lounge for hotel guests staying that night.
From June 19 through September 30, the bonfire lounge at Snow Peak YAKEI SUITE ABURAYAMA FUKUOKA will serve eight seasonal cocktails—five alcoholic and three non-alcoholic—crafted from Kyushu-sourced drinks, available nightly from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
Champagne Telmont has unveiled the second release of its 100% organic cuvée TELMONT RÉSERVE DE LA TERRE ROSÉ (ORGANIC), blending three terroirs and three vintages to express the purest character of organically grown grapes.
A limited-edition whisky lottery featuring Hakushu 18 Year as the top prize has launched exclusively on Amazon.co.jp, with only 466 draws available at ¥4,880 each.
Starting on "Umeshu Day," June 11, the ume experience store "Choya" is releasing an online-exclusive DIY umeshu brewing kit as a coming-of-age milestone gift for those turning 20.
Journal Standard DINING and Roasted COFFEE LABORATORY are launching their first-ever dessert cocktail menus this summer, each developed by renowned bartender Kazuto Nomura of QUARTER ROOM.
Starting June 13, 2026, Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Yatsugatake will offer three varieties of the rare Domaine Mie Ikeno 2024 Millésime—Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Merlot—exclusively to hotel guests, alongside a special Mori Hibiki Symphony Yatsugatake Pinot Noir.
Two new barware series from SCHOTT ZWIESEL — the classic-inspired "Age" and the modern "Fave" — go on sale June 16, offering crystal glassware at an accessible price point for home bars and gifting.
Starting June 21, 2026, W Osaka's outdoor open-air terrace and indoor pool launch a summer-only promotion featuring Yamazaki 12-Year whisky kakigori, seasonal dinner packages, and a one-night opening party with international DJs and a poolside sushi bar.
Inspired by waka poetry from the Hyakunin Isshu anthology, Biwako Hotel's Café Bellalogo and Italian Dining Bellalogo in Otsu, Shiga will offer a new cocktail and mocktail from July 1 to September 30, 2026.
A pop-up shop spotlighting Fukushima Prefecture's summer sake and fermented food culture opens at Ecute Ueno (June 15–21) and Ecute Nippori (June 23–30), featuring around 25 sake labels and a lineup of traditional fermented delicacies.
Three in-house restaurants at Hotel Metropolitan Edmont in Iidabashi, Tokyo, will hold the "Mountain & Sea Summer Feast Fair" from July 1 to August 30, 2026, featuring seasonal mountain and seafood dishes curated by skilled chefs.
Kabuto Beer Festa 2026 takes place on June 27 and 28 at the Handa Red Brick Building in Aichi Prefecture, where visitors can taste four varieties of the historically significant beer — including a zero-day-aged unfiltered Premium Taisho Kabuto Beer available first-come, first-served at 200 bottles per day.
From July 1 to September 30, 2026, Dining Ferio at the Regal Royal Hotel Tokyo in Shinjuku will run the "Beer Fair 2026," a free-flow drinks event featuring a diverse selection of beers and other beverages alongside seasonal dishes.
Takarashuzo's popular non-carbonated ochawari shochu lineup welcomes back its seasonal barley tea variant, blending six-row and two-row barley for a toasty, caffeine-free summer drink.
The organic granola specialty shop and/or Granola launches two new drinking snack nut products — a mala mixed nut and a craft beer-pairing nut made with ISEKADO — plus a limited Father's Day gift set.
Aperol, the Italian aperitivo liqueur beloved for the Aperol Spritz cocktail, is rolling out a redesigned bottle in Japan starting late May 2026, while keeping its classic recipe unchanged.
Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora's Riverside Kitchen & Bar is running a limited summer cocktail promotion from June 1 through August 31, 2026, featuring 11 original cocktails crafted with Japanese ingredients and premium spirits including ABSOLUT TABASCO Vodka, matcha liqueur, and premium tequila.
Hakkaisan Brewing's "Junmai Daiginjo Niseko Ezo-Fuji," a sake crafted with 100% Suisei sake rice from Niseko Town, Hokkaido, has earned a Gold Medal in the Junmai Daiginjo category at the IWC 2026 SAKE division.
The popular -196 Sugar-Free Double Pineapple canned cocktail is back for a limited nationwide run starting August 4, 2026, offering juicy pineapple flavor with a clean, sugar-free finish.
A limited-time Mexican beer terrace plan, "TERRACE de TACOS," is running at TOKYO NODE CAFE on the 8th floor of Toranomon Hills Station Tower through September 30, 2026, with a taco plate and around 40 free-flow drink options overlooking Tokyo Tower.
A new limited-edition beer from The Premium Malt's lineup is arriving in Japan on August 4, 2026, featuring a layered aroma of citrus and white wine, inspired by the concept of unhurried personal time.
The 132nd edition of the Luxury Whisky Lucky Draw from Tachibana E-sake Shop is now available, with Yamazaki 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky as the grand prize in a limited run of 466 entries starting June 8, 2026.
Running from June 20 to August 31, 2026, the Park Beer Garden returns for its final season at Sapporo Park Hotel, offering Jingisukan, Hokkaido wagyu, ice-cold beer, and themed areas including a tent glamping zone, a dog-friendly area, and a fireworks corner.
The Bar & Lounge on the top floor of Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba is offering a limited-time summer parfait featuring white peach and blue curaçao, along with three summer cocktails, from July 1 to August 31, 2026.
A food experience venue blending traditional Japanese craftsmanship and seasonal cuisine has opened at the heart of Kanazawa's historic Higashi Chaya district.
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR Otaru is hosting UNWIND MARCHE on June 27, 2026, a free one-day event open to all visitors featuring a sweets market, high tea-style meals, live painting, jazz performances, and Hokkaido wine.
A new whiskey and gin distillery is opening on the Oki Islands in Shimane Prefecture on June 13, 2026. AMA Whiskey&Co. launches Distillery Drift Mark, the first member of the Whiskey&Co. Brands Network, with an attached café and bar.
Osaka-based craft brewer CRAFT BEER BASE has taken home a Silver Award at the World Beer Cup 2026 for their "Southern German-style Pilsener," competing against 201 entries in the German-Style Pilsner category from breweries around the world.
From June 1 to July 17, 2026, Hyogo Prefecture is running the Slow Stay Hyogo campaign, offering special accommodation plans and limited-time experiences—a great window to explore popular areas without the usual crowds.
ISAINA, a 100% sweet potato shochu from Takarashuzo, has taken the Highest Gold Award at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2026 shochu and awamori division, marking five consecutive years of recognition at the competition. Ikkoman also earned a Gold Award.
The 6th edition of the popular Fukumame Kuji whisky lottery, limited to 466 tickets, went on sale on June 2, 2026. The top prize is The Yamazaki 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, with Hakushu 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky also featured in the lineup, priced at 6,980 yen per ticket including tax and free shipping.
Himeji Beer Garden BBQ Terrace Himeji Ekimae opens on June 3, 2026, just a 3-minute walk from Himeji Station, featuring a rooftop terrace with city night views, premium BBQ menus, and unlimited drinks starting from ¥3,500 through June.
A summer-limited Session IPA called the Katsushika Matsuri Ale is now available at restaurants and events across Katsushika Ward, Tokyo, featuring New Zealand Nelson Sauvin hops and a light 4.5% ABV perfect for hot summer days.
TROPICAL GIN Sanka, a craft gin crafted with seven natural botanicals including passion fruit, mango, and pineapple, is now available via lottery through the online sake shop KURAND. Entries are open from June 3, 2026.
The third edition of the Furusato Tokyo Oendan Sai festival returns to Ueno Onshi Park from July 3 to 5, 2026, bringing together craft beer, regional gourmet food, and traditional bon odori dancing — including a popular anime-song bon odori stage — over three days of summer celebration.
Meidi-Ya, the 140-year-old specialty grocer, has partnered with Onward Group's Yamato to release its first-ever card-style gift catalog, offering premium imported foods, wine, kitchen goods, and tableware across four price tiers starting at ¥4,400.
Thailand's first authentic premium single malt whisky, PRAKAAN Distillery, has received the Best Thai Distillery award at this year's Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition (TWSC).
The Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Tokyo will serve two exclusive summer cocktails — Crystal Passion Spritz and Piña Royale — from July 1 to September 30, 2026.
Eigashima Shuzo has relaunched its flagship Single Malt Akashi with a revised blend incorporating multiple sherry cask expressions and a refreshed deep-green label, available from June 1, 2026.
Gaiaflow Shizuoka Distillery has launched a new premium tour called "Tasting From the Cask Tour," offering visitors the chance to sample cask-strength whisky drawn directly from barrels inside the aging warehouse — plus an optional hand-fill bottling experience.
Suntory is releasing a new addition to its Kaku Highball Can lineup — the "Kaku Highball Can Yudoki" — nationwide in Japan starting August 4, 2026. Made with select whisky blended with yuzu, it's designed to be easy to enjoy alongside an early evening meal.
Picasso Cafe on Dogenzaka in Shibuya is relaunching as PICASSO RAMEN, a ramen and music bar concept featuring authentic shoyu ramen by Osaka's renowned Jinrui Mina Menrui, opening on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Suntory's long-selling -196 brand is adding Ruby Grapefruit as a permanent lineup item. The new canned chuhai hits shelves nationwide on July 28, 2026, in both 350ml and 500ml sizes.
The 130th edition of Tachibana E-Shuhan's "Goka Whisky Mikuji" whisky lottery went on sale June 1, 2026, with The Yamazaki 18 Years Old Single Malt Whisky as the top prize. The limited run is capped at 466 tickets priced at 3,980 yen (plus shipping).
Starting June 2026, THE KOBE DINING CRUISE Concerto at Kobe Port is running two summer-limited events — a casual weekday Ship Beer Garden with all-you-can-eat-and-drink beer fare, and a new weekend Summer Buffet with stunning sea views. Both events include a yukata discount.
Eau Voyage, based in Gifu City, has launched luxury overnight stay packages that pair traditional Nagara River cormorant fishing (ukai) with French full-course dinners and private villa accommodations, available from May 11 to October 15 each year.
The popular all-inclusive dinner course "SAN" at Hotel Kanazawa moves to the 16th floor Sky Banquet "Raspberry" from June to August 2026, offering panoramic city night views for groups of 20 or more at ¥6,000 per person.
As part of the Kanagawa/Yokohama Destination Campaign, a limited-edition ochoko (sake cup) unlocks tastings and exclusive perks at up to 5 of 13 participating sake breweries across Kanagawa Prefecture, running through June 15, 2026.
A free sake tasting event featuring selections from Kizakura, a well-known Kyoto sake brewery, will be held at Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotanba on June 27, 2026, open to all hotel guests during event hours.
Kome Sankaku, the SAKE pairing bar at Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai, has revamped its banquet course lineup. Three new courses are available with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink option including Japanese sake, starting from ¥5,500, accommodating intimate dates to private parties for up to 40 guests.
A new limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky from The Macallan, inspired by the rare Phoenix Honey Orchid oolong tea from China's Guangdong Province, goes on sale across Japan on June 2, 2026.
The seasonal outdoor beer garden "Hamabeer!" is back at the Yokohama Grand InterContinental Hotel, running from July 2 to October 31, 2026, with a Spanish-inspired BBQ menu and unlimited drinks on a waterfront terrace.
The 76th Hida no Aji Matsuri gathers local specialties from across the Hida region in Takayama on June 6 and 7, 2026, featuring Hida beef skewers, local sake, and special vendors from sister cities.
From June 16, 2026, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji will serve four varieties of Osaka Beer — a craft beer brewed and distributed exclusively in Osaka — alongside curated food pairings at its 15F bar lounge "THE BAR."
A new upcycled gin soda, Re:GIN Mottainai Yuzu Gin Soda, is now on sale in limited quantities at around 360 Aeon, Aeon Style, and Aeon Liquor stores across select regions of Japan.
A whisky lucky draw available exclusively on Amazon.co.jp has launched with 555 slots from May 27. Each slot delivers one randomly selected Japanese whisky bottle, with the top prize being the rare and highly sought-after Hakushu 18-Year Single Malt Whisky.
A canned beer blending Asahi's beloved "Maruef" lager with its dark "Kuro Nama" in a 1:1 ratio is set to go on sale nationwide on June 9, in limited quantities.
Nozawa Onsen Distillery is releasing BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003, the third in their barrel-aged gin series, aged in an American oak barrel that previously held bourbon and maple syrup. Available via lottery sale from May 26, 2026.
A pop-up bar showcasing Big Peat, the smoky blended malt Scotch whisky from Islay, Scotland, is running at Japanese Bar common in Higashi-Shinsaibashi until September 25, 2026.
A new canned gin soda made from yuzu peel extracts that would normally be discarded after juicing is now available in limited quantities at around 350 Aeon stores across Honshu and Shikoku.
From July 1 to September 30, 2026, Grand Hyatt Tokyo is offering two terrace dining experiences — a fermented ingredient beer garden at Oak Door and a Provençal-inspired semi-buffet dinner at French Kitchen.
From June 3 to 9, 2026, the Yamagata Edition of the Harukas Nippon Japan Expo takes place at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store in Osaka, showcasing early summer cherries, brand-name wagyu beef, craft whisky, and traditional Yamagata crafts.
Hyatt Regency Kyoto is rolling out summer-exclusive offerings across its dining venues, featuring an Italian course inspired by southern Italy, seasonal shaved ice, mango sweets, and cocktails with Japanese-inflected flavors.
Karuizawa Marriott Hotel is hosting the 2nd Karuizawa Fermentation Festival from June 19 to 21, 2026, featuring around 20 Nagano fermented food producers, hands-on workshops, and special hotel-exclusive fermented dishes and mocktails.
Two limited-edition Kyoto whiskies from the Nishijin-ori Label series have earned recognition at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2026 in the UK, with the Sherry Cask taking Gold and the Mizunara Cask earning Silver — both firsts for the brand.
A new peach-flavored variety is joining Mercian's popular Cocktail Sparkling Wine range, going on sale nationwide on June 23, 2026.
Two craft gins from Kurachoku CLUB, the online shop operated by Kagoshima-based Nishi Shuzo, earned gold medals at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2026 (TWSC2026), with two additional expressions taking bronze.
Abekan Brewery in Shiogama, Miyagi has rebranded its beloved seasonal summer sake, releasing it under the new name "Shiogama Abekan Natsu no Shio" starting May 26, 2026.
Shoya, the neighborhood izakaya chain with skilled board chefs, kicks off summer with 8 seasonal dishes available at 86 locations nationwide throughout June, featuring ayu sweetfish, kibinago, fresh edamame, and more.
THE CRAFT SAKE Toast with Fine Sake – Shikoku Edition brings sake, gin, whisky, beer, shochu, and plum wine from 10 Shikoku breweries to Shibuya Cast in Tokyo for a 90-minute all-you-can-drink event.
The premium sake lounge Ikkon Fugetsu at Perie Chiba is running a month-long collaboration with Iinuma Honke, a 300-year-old brewery from Shisui, Chiba, throughout June 2026, featuring exclusive Kinoene (KINOENE) sake pairings, tasting sets, and a special brewer visit event.
Kamo Tokidoki Uma Shijo Karasuma Honten opens in Kyoto on May 28, 2026, marking the brand's first Kansai location. The restaurant serves Kyoto brand duck "Kyogamo" and select horse sashimi from Aomori alongside a curated lineup of local sake.
WASHU BLUE RESORT KASAGO in Kurashiki, Okayama, is marking its 7th anniversary with two seasonal dining events — a world beer fair in June and a spicy summer dining experience from July through August, all available as part of the all-inclusive plan.
Keio Sky Beer Garden opens for its 4th year on the rooftop of Keio Department Store Shinjuku on May 28, offering a seasonal outdoor space with city night views, all-you-can-drink course menus, and over 30 drink varieties through September 30.
Marking 30 years since Monkey Turn began serialization, a limited Royal Brackla 2011 single malt whisky bearing artwork from the classic boat racing manga goes on lottery sale starting June 8, 2026, through WHISKY MEW.
Five single malt Scotch whiskies—including Old Pulteney 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Speyburn 10 Years Old—have been awarded gold medals at this year's Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition.
From June 1 to August 31, 2026, Pullman Tokyo Tamachi's lounge and bar JUNCTION will hold a limited-time Japanese Whisky Fair, offering rare Suntory expressions including Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki, and the highly coveted Hibiki 30 Years.
Towers Bar BELLOVISTO on the 40th floor of Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel in Shibuya is hosting a one-night-only champagne and dinner pairing event on August 25, 2026, featuring four selections from Champagne Pommery alongside a specially crafted dinner course.
The Speyside single malt Scotch whisky Speyburn is releasing a Father's Day gift set that pairs the Speyburn 10-year with an original glass in a special presentation.
SPRING VALLEY BREWERY Tokyo and Kyoto kick off their summer campaign with a refreshing "cool" first half featuring citrus-accented food pairings, and a bold "spicy" second half culminating in a two-day gourmet craft beer festival.
Kirin's craft beer brand SPRING VALLEY BREWERY is launching a summer-limited Fruity Saison — a refreshing, low-bitterness beer designed for warm-weather sipping, available nationwide from July 7, 2026.
Shimanami Brewery in Onomichi, Hiroshima, has released "Lager Strikes Back 01 Smoke Lager," the debut of a new craft lager series aiming to showcase the diversity and depth of lager-style beer beyond the ale-dominated craft beer scene.
DEN-EN ENVELHECIDA, a barrel-aged sweet potato shochu from Den-en Shuzo, has taken home both the Jury Award and Platinum Prize in the barrel-aged category at the 2026 Kura Master International Shochu and Awamori Competition held in Paris.
Mametai Shoten, a casual izakaya known for fresh fish shipped directly from Shizuoka and local regional dishes, is opening its fifth branch just a 2-minute walk from Higashi-Mukojima Station in Sumida Ward on May 21, 2026.
From July 17 to August 31, 2026, TWIN-LINE HOTEL YANBARU OKINAWA JAPAN in northern Okinawa holds OKINAWA SUMMER NIGHT FEST, featuring local Okinawan beers, festival-style food stalls, and a limited sanshin live series in the garden.
A one-night-only dinner event at Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu on June 26, 2026 pairs wines from Housui Winery in Iwamizawa with a specially crafted Japanese menu, with early-bird pricing available through June 5.
Lobby Lounge "Fontaine" at Sendai Royal Park Hotel will serve a seasonal summer afternoon tea set featuring peaches from Fukushima's "Kenjou Momo no Sato" and honey from Miyagi's EIGHT CROWNS, running from July 6 to August 31, 2026.
Sophie at EDITION on the 14th floor of The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza is relaunching under a new Italian concept starting June 3, 2026, bringing handmade pasta and classic trattoria-style dining with panoramic views of the Ginza cityscape.
From June 1 through July 31, 2026, the main bar "The Bar" at ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe will become a limited-time beer hall called "Beer Night Stadium," offering free-flow drinks and sports viewing on a large screen.
Throughout June 2026, the 19th-floor restaurant Bistro Bourgogne at Mercure Yokosuka is serving a limited-edition rainbow cocktail where guests pick their own color syrup – with a non-alcoholic mocktail option available too.
On June 2, the anniversary of the Honnoji Incident, Kyoto Honey Wine Brewery is releasing "Nobunaga Mead" — a limited honey wine inspired by the legendary warlord Oda Nobunaga, featuring a black bottle and a specially commissioned ink painting.
One Suite The Terrace, a resort villa on Kouri Island in northern Okinawa, has introduced an awamori tasting corner for guests, offering a chance to explore the island's traditional spirit paired with Okinawan cuisine.
Three restaurant-exclusive wines from the Australian brand Pete's Pure are set to debut in Japan from late May, featuring a Cabernet Sauvignon, a Chardonnay, and a Sparkling variety under the new "Limited Edition" label.
A special limited-edition variant of Sho Chiku Bai Shirakabegura Mio sparkling sake, featuring a rich pear-like aroma, goes on sale nationwide in Japan on June 16, 2026.
From June 19 to September 30, 2026, Restaurant Ricomonte on the 15th floor of Toyama Excel Hotel Tokyu hosts Beer Foam Festa 2026, an indoor summer event featuring all-you-can-drink beverages including rare SORACHI 1984 beer and seasonal Toyama-inspired cuisine.
Reale Cantina in Yamashita-cho, Yokohama, is holding a one-day sparkling wine tasting event on May 30 featuring 10 different grape varieties, timed to coincide with Italian Wine Day on June 2. A storewide 20% off sale on directly imported wines also runs through mid-June.
The long-selling RTD Calpis Sour from Asahi Beer is getting a renewal this summer, with a reduced alcohol bitterness and an updated package that highlights the iconic Calpis brand aesthetic.
The 127th edition of the "Deluxe Whisky Omikuji" lottery from Tachibana E-Shuhan goes on sale May 18, 2026, featuring the highly coveted Yamazaki 18-Year Single Malt Whisky as the grand prize in a limited run of 466 draws priced at ¥3,980 each.
goodNess, a new sister brand of Kona's Coffee, is set to open its first location at Shibuya Mark City on May 28, 2026, offering Hawaiian-inspired dining and cocktails from morning to late night.
Miyako Hotel Hakata is hosting its Italian Beer Hall 2026 at the 3rd-floor lobby lounge TTT Café from June 1 to September 30, 2026, offering a set course with 120-minute free-flow drinks for ¥6,500 per person.
Orion Beer's popular chuhai brand WATTA is kicking off a new collaborative series called "MEET! WATTA," pairing Okinawa-grown fruits with regional produce from across Japan. The first release brings together Okinawa passion fruit and Ehime mandarin in a 350ml can, going on sale nationwide from May 26, 2026, in limited quantities.
Starting May 22, 2026, The CHOYA Ginza BAR in Ginza will serve a limited-time shaved ice dessert featuring a deep blue night sky aesthetic and three original umeshu syrups, available through September 24.
Benjamin Steakhouse's Kyoto location is offering a limited-time Champagne Free-Flow Plan from June 12 to July 12, 2026, pairing Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel with three carefully matched appetizers for ¥8,000 per person.
Ebina Booze Fest 2026 is an early-summer drink-and-walk event bringing together 16 craft breweries and 2 sake breweries from across Kanagawa, held at Ebina Chuo Park on June 6 and 7, 2026, with food, DJ music, and free admission.
Janu Tokyo's Janu Mercato offers a seafood and antipasto stand with Italian beer and prosecco freeflow starting June 9, while the Janu Lounge & Garden Terrace presents a seasonal fruit cocktail collection from July 1.
Starting June 1, 2026, Karuizawa Marriott Hotel's Grill & Dining G restaurant will offer a seasonal sparkling wine tasting set featuring two varieties from Karuizawa An Winery, curated to capture the refreshing essence of a Shinshu highland summer.
NOHGA HOTEL UENO TOKYO has teamed up with Kuramae-based distillery startup Ethical Spirits to create a craft gin upcycled from the ginger pulp left over from Bistro NOHGA's housemade ginger syrup. The limited collaboration spirit has been available at the hotel's restaurant since May 13, 2026.
A seasonal set menu pairing The Premium Malt's Japanese Ale Natsu Kaze Kaoru Ale with a Citrus Seafood Ceviche is available at six Ron Herman Cafe locations across Japan, running from May 19 to July 13, 2026.
The "Bubbles and Breeze Terrace Plan" is back for summer at THE 7th TERRACE, offering free-flow sparkling wine, beer, and cocktails alongside grilled brochettes and a new cold pasta dish on a Nagoya rooftop from June 15, 2026.
Seijo Ishii is launching a refreshed version of its original summer sake "Masumi Hana no Kaze" on May 16, 2026. Brewed by Miyasaka Brewing at 12% ABV without water addition, this lightly sparkling nama sake is crafted to pair with a wide range of modern cuisines.
A luxury speakeasy-style bar lounge has opened in the basement of The Strings Omotesando hotel. Inspired by Prohibition-era New York, TIME NEST BAR LOUNGE offers original cocktails, American craft beers, and chef-crafted tapas from 5:00 PM nightly.
From May 18, 2026, Horiuchi Fruit Garden is introducing a new collaboration parfait menu made with Umenoyado Sake Brewery's rich fruit liqueur. Three flavors — mango, strawberry, and peach — will be available at four locations across Nara and Osaka.
Belgian Beer Weekend 2026 Osaka brings 74 varieties of Belgian beer, live music featuring Belgian guest artist Sugarbunny, and classic Belgian food to the riverside setting of Nakanoshima Park from May 27 to 31.
More than 10 top chefs, including Ryuichi Hamasaki of Ristorante Hamasaki and Yahei Suzuki of Piatto Suzuki, will gather at Uonuma no Sato in Niigata for a special one-day Italian dinner paired with Hakkaisan sake and fermented foods.
Starting May 13, 2026, the hidden bar "4-0-3" on the 30th floor of JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo in Takanawa will host KI NO BI Room, a limited-time pop-up bar showcasing KI NO BI Kyoto Dry Gin through seasonal cocktails and special events running through late October 2026.
Starting May 14, 2026, Sushi Sake Sakana Sugidama is holding a limited-time campaign featuring dishes lavishly topped with fish roe and meat — a great excuse to keep the indulgence going after Golden Week.
A Japanese tea company has released a matcha-blended tea bag designed specifically for mixing with shochu, combining 66 years of tea expertise with a growing cocktail trend.
SPICE LAB TOKYO in Ginza is teaming up with Gangi, a sake brand from Yamaguchi Prefecture, for a special dinner pairing course starting May 13, 2026. The collaboration showcases "Gangi Junmai Daiginjo Sekirei," which took the top prize at the "Kura Master 2025" sake competition in France.
Limited-edition pop-up bars serving original cocktails made with the Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition whisky are running at two venues in Ginza and Tennoji from May 13 to August 31, 2026.
A spring whisky lucky draw featuring Hakushu 18-Year Single Malt Whisky as the top prize is now open for pre-orders, limited to 466 tickets at 3,980 yen each plus shipping.
Suntory's beloved low-alcohol Horoyoi brand is adding a new seasonal flavor — the Japanese Pear Squash Sour — featuring crisp pear sweetness and a nostalgic Aderia Retro collaboration package. Available nationwide from July 7, 2026.
Oki is a single malt whisky aged in red wine barrels at Kirishima Yokogawa Distillery in Kagoshima, available through lottery from May 8, 2026, priced at ¥12,800.
Two new limited-edition SUI Gin Soda cans are arriving this summer — Grapefruit & Tonic on June 16, 2026, and Lemon & Ginger on August 18, 2026, both sold nationwide across Japan.
Two summer limited-edition canned drinks from the –196 No-Sugar series hit shelves nationwide on July 7, 2026, delivering a crisp, sugar-free take on Shine Muscat and mandarin orange.
Suntory's limited-edition beer aged in Hakushu Distillery whisky casks goes on sale from June 9, available exclusively through select EC channels in limited quantities.
A new limited-period canned sparkling wine made with shikuwasa and lemon juice is set to go on sale nationwide from July 7, 2026, as part of Suntory's top-selling no-antioxidant-additive wine brand.
A new limited-edition "Hiya Shio Lemon" flavor joins the Kire no 5% series, delivering a cool salt-lemon twist at 5% alcohol — launching nationwide on June 2, 2026.
Akabane Kappo Omochi opened on April 4, 2026, bringing a refined kappo dining experience to Akabane's Silk Road shopping street. The restaurant is helmed by Head Chef Hiroshi Hamada, who previously built the popular Izakaya Moeta Urameshiya Akabane.
Les Copains de Dominique Bouchet in Ginza is hosting a special all-rosé dinner on June 12, 2026, featuring four rosé wines from Provence's Château La Coste paired with a seasonal French course menu inspired by southern France.
Tokyo Kaikan's rooftop beer garden "Ginza Sky Beer Terrace" is back on the 13th floor of Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan in Yurakucho, running from June 17 to August 29, 2026, with three drink-inclusive plans and sweeping views 40 meters above the city.
Novotel Nara's 8F Rooftop Terrace hosts a limited-time summer beer garden from June 1 to October 31, 2026, with charcoal-grilled Baaku pork, international-inspired sides, and free-flow plans starting from ¥7,000.
The latest addition to the Saburoumaru single malt series, distilled using super heavily peated Islay malt, is launching in two expressions on May 21, 2026.
A new Japanese restaurant, Takarazuka Shimakusu (しま楠), opens on May 8, 2026 in Takarazuka, Hyogo. Rooted in the legacy of century-old establishment Shimaya, it brings together the craftsmanship of a "Contemporary Master Craftsman" and the fresh perspective of a young head chef in an intimate counter-style setting.
A new limited-quantity canned chu-hai featuring 5% domestic melon juice is set to hit shelves nationwide on June 16, with a premium package design capturing the lush sweetness of seasonal melon.
The first in a new five-year annual series from Nikka Whisky highlights coal direct-fire distillation and features long-matured malt from the brand's founding year of 2000.
A limited-edition whisky lottery exclusive to Amazon.co.jp is now available, offering 466 tickets at ¥7,777 each. The Hakushu Aged 18 Years features as the top prize, available across just 3 of the 466 tickets.
A new whisky lottery campaign is now accepting pre-orders with 377 limited entries. The top prize is the rare Hakushu 25 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky, alongside other highly sought-after Japanese whisky expressions.
A seasonal "Matcha and Cherry Afternoon Tea" is on offer at the 20th-floor restaurant of Mitsui Garden Hotel Yokohama Minatomirai Premier from May 1 to June 30, 2026, along with three new matcha-themed seasonal cocktails at the adjoining BAR BELLO GATTI.
Hotel GrandBach Atami Crescendo is unveiling a seasonal lineup of seven blueberry-inspired cocktails, available from May 1 through October 31, 2026, at its bay view terrace and bar lounge in Atami.
KURAND's online shop introduces a summer-exclusive white sangria combining white wine, mint tea, and three types of domestic Japanese citrus, now available through a crowdfunding campaign.
Cafe & Bar Plaza at Mito Plaza Hotel in Ibaraki is hosting a Japanese-style Evening High Tea on Fridays and Saturdays throughout May 2026, featuring seasonal Japanese appetizers, a main dish, and a 90-minute all-you-can-drink service.
Suntory's popular fruit canned cocktail brand Suntory -196 (minus one ninety-six) is rolling out renewed versions of its three signature flavors — Double Lemon, Shine Muscat, and White Peach — across Japan from early May 2026.
Suntory's beloved "Kinmugi" brand is releasing a summer seasonal limited edition nationwide from June 23, 2026, featuring a fruity, layered aroma and a vivid water-balloon-themed package inspired by Japan's summer night festivals.
Sushimaru Dogo in Matsuyama's Dogo district has launched a self-serve "Ehime Local Sake Server," offering four locally brewed sake varieties for just ¥500 per glass.
A limited whisky lottery guaranteeing two bottles per entry — including the chance to win both Yamazaki 18-Year Single Malt Whisky and Hibiki 21-Year — went on sale starting April 28, 2026.
BAR S, the sophisticated cocktail bar on the 11th floor of the Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Building, is introducing a seasonal lineup of limited-time cocktails from May 1, 2026, celebrating the fresh colors and flavors of early summer.
Starting April 27, 2026, Kakiya Kodaharu Shimbashi is offering a revamped premium all-you-can-drink course showcasing over 32 sake varieties — including the legendary Juyondai — paired with seasonal oysters, for ¥4,200 per person.
A one-year seabed aging experiment for KOICHI (Rice Whisky), a Japanese rice whisky brand, is set to begin in the waters off Kushiro, Hokkaido, with a crowdfunding campaign now open on CAMPFIRE.
From June 1 to August 31, 2026, ROKU KYOTO presents seasonal summer menus at TENJIN All-day Dining and The Bar, featuring a "Summer Afternoon Tea -Aone-" alongside limited lunch, dinner, and cocktail offerings.
Soumah's Crescent Moon Brut 2020 has arrived as a remarkable debut in bottle-fermented sparkling wine, earning a gold medal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 and Best Sparkling honors at two prestigious Australian competitions.
Tachibana E Sake Shop's 122nd whisky lottery features Suntory Yamazaki Aged 18 Years as the top prize, with 466 limited entries at 3,980 yen plus shipping, available from April 27, 2026.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Toyama is launching its all-weather rooftop beer garden on May 1, 2026, offering an all-you-can-eat-and-drink buffet featuring a rare comparison of four major Japanese domestic beer brands alongside a live-kitchen teppanyaki mishima steak.
Every May 16, Chartreuse fans worldwide raise a glass for the Chartreuse 1605 anniversary. This year, four bars in Tokyo and Hyogo are serving special limited-time Chartreuse cocktails from May through June 2026.
Meiri Shurui is releasing Hyakunen Umeshu Tea Blend on May 28, 2026, combining the award-winning Hyakunen Umeshu with fragrant Ceylon black tea for an entirely new drinking experience.
A summer-limited share-style dinner highlighting Izu's seasonal ingredients paired with three craft beers from Shuzenji's Baird Brewing will be available at Izu Marriott Hotel Shuzenji from June 1 to August 31, 2026.
Online liquor retailer Likaman Online is running a 5-day anniversary sale featuring lucky bags of whisky, Champagne, sake, and shochu from April 23 to April 27, 2026.
Mori no Beer Garden opens for the 2026 season at Meiji Jingu Gaien in Tokyo, featuring new Weber BBQ grills, private tarp tent areas, a restored waterfall, and new happoshu drink varieties.
Starting April 2026, NÜCHI by WPÜ — a music bar in Makishi, Naha — has refreshed its food menu and cocktail lineup and shifted its opening time to 5:00 PM, welcoming guests for an evening that begins with dinner and extends into the early hours.
THE Rihaku Residence Akama Fukuoka, a renovated Showa-era residence featuring a tea ceremony room and bar counter in a Japandi-style interior, pre-opened in Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture. The first facility of its kind in Fukuoka Prefecture, it offers immersive whole-building stays for up to 15 guests.
Time Out Market Osaka is welcoming new restaurants from May 2026, including a ramen and sake pairing concept and a popular Thai restaurant, as the curated food market at Grand Front Osaka continues to evolve.
The "Shufuku Whisky Mikuji 1st Edition" went on sale April 23, 2026, featuring Hakushu 12-Year and Yamazaki 12-Year as the top prizes in a 455-entry random whisky lottery priced at ¥3,980 plus shipping.
The second collaboration between UK's No. 1 craft beer brand BrewDog and Liquor Mountain is here — BREWDOG MOUNTAIN PEAK COLD IPA, now on sale at Liquor Mountain stores nationwide as of April 21.
Kamakura Les Anges has launched "Wine and Fruit Jelly," a chilled summer dessert made with Delaware Pink Orange Wine from Kamakura Winery — a bronze award winner at Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 — available from April 24 to late August 2026.
During Golden Week 2026, Shinagawa Prince Hotel hosts a nationwide sake brewery gathering featuring 28 breweries, sake-certified comedians, and exclusive restaurant perks.
Two new seasonal chuhai from Suntory hit shelves nationwide on June 16, 2026 — a kiwi variety using fruit from Ehime Prefecture and a pineapple variety featuring produce from Okinawa.
A new limited-edition canned chu-hi from Takara Shuzo arrives nationwide on May 19, 2026, featuring a bittersweet orange flavor made with whole fruit including the peel.
Swailife Wine Shop in Tokyo's Higashi-Nihonbashi is releasing 300 bottles of "Tourou," an orange wine crafted by GRAPE REPUBLIC and featuring exclusive label artwork by illustrator marie. The Swailife edition has been aged for over six months before release.
Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima will host "Lea Lea! Seaside Beer Hall" from July 18 to September 22, 2026, featuring all-you-can-eat Hawaiian local food and all-you-can-drink beverages with views of the Seto Inland Sea.
Bar Granada at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto will serve "Temarikusa," a vibrant blue cocktail made with fruit liqueur jelly and sparkling wine, from May 1 to June 30, 2026.
SanktGallen Brewery has released Pineapple Ale, a spring/summer limited fruit beer that uses approximately 600kg of fresh Golden Pineapple per batch. The juicy pineapple flavor extends all the way to the foam, with sales running through the end of September 2026.
New York-born The City Bakery has teamed up with UK's No. 1 craft beer brand BrewDog to launch TINY FANG, a craft pilsner crafted to complement food and bread with crisp, refined flavor.
Tachibana E Sake is celebrating 55,000 lottery sets sold with a special 119th edition featuring two top-prize spots — both awarded with a bottle of Suntory Yamazaki Aged 18 Years.
The beloved Kouyouen Beer Garden in Nagoya's Chikusa ward returns on April 24, 2026, offering all-you-can-eat BBQ and five types of draft beer in a scenic garden setting that has drawn locals and visitors for nearly a century.
Two products from Hakutsuru Sake Brewing — Hakutsuru Daiginjo 720ml (15th win overall) and Hakutsuru Umeshu Genshu 720ml (6th consecutive year) — have earned gold awards in the Spirits & Liqueur category at the international competition Monde Selection 2026.
Marking its 7th anniversary this spring, THE KITANO HOTEL TOKYO is offering a special "7 Feast" course at its main dining room "Orangerie Koan," available from April 21 to May 14, 2026.
From April 29 through September 22, 2026, The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike will open BAR Saryo on select dates, offering fine drinks and seasonal appetizers in a Murano Togo-designed sukiya-zukuri tea house set within the hotel's illuminated Japanese garden.
Hotel Metropolitan Haneda is offering a limited-time upgrade to its eco-friendly "CO₂ Zero STAY® Plan" from April 15 through August 31, 2026. Guests will receive an upcycled Yamagata cherry craft lager — co-created by JAL and JR East — as an additional special gift.
From May 1 to July 25, 2026, the bar Orient Express on the 2nd floor of Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro hosts an original cocktail fair featuring four handcrafted ume-based cocktails.
From June 14 to August 31, 2026, Kaijitsuru Tsubaki in Okuyugawara Onsen will host a special Premium Lounge offering craft drinks, seasonal snacks, and a serene summer evening atmosphere — exclusively for guests on the dedicated lounge plan.
Bar Granada at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto is offering three melon-themed cocktails through June 30, 2026, bringing a taste of early summer to the hotel's elegant main bar.
Imonyan 22°, a sweet potato shochu made with locally grown Kyotango "Kyo Kansho" sweet potatoes, has taken gold and the top category honor at the internationally prestigious Feminalise World Wine Competition held in France.
To mark WAKAZE's 10th anniversary and LINNÉ's 2nd anniversary, the two craft sake producers have collaborated on a limited-edition brew that revives a historic botanical recipe from 2017 — widely regarded as the origin of the craft sake category.
Tachibana E-Liquor's monthly "Whisky Mikuji Day" lottery event launched on April 15, 2026, exclusively on Rakuten Ichiba, featuring The Hakushu Single Malt Whisky 25 Years Old as the grand prize among 466 limited entries at ¥7,980 each.
Asahi Beer has released a new canned shochu highball made with barley tea through its "Asahi Fantasy Development Bureau" test sales site, available in limited quantities starting April 14.
Specially designed Hanshin Tigers cans of Asahi Super Dry and Asahi Draft Beer go on sale from April 28, available in limited quantities in areas primarily around the Kinki region.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery is releasing Lab. SeeD GIN_01, a limited-edition coffee-based craft gin, from April 21, 2026. Only 200 bottles will be available at the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum and online shop.
Hofbräu Tokyo Shinjuku, a large German beer hall inspired by the Munich institution Hofbräu, opens in Kabukicho on April 15, 2026, offering authentic draft beers and German cuisine to up to 140 diners.
Starting Saturday, May 2, 2026, the tempura restaurant "Arakawa" on the 5th floor of Royal Pines Hotel Urawa moves its weekend and holiday dinner start time earlier to 5:30 PM.
From April 24 to May 10, 2026, Sapporo Grand Hotel is offering special buffets, a Chinese daytime drinking course, hors d'oeuvres takeout, and more across its restaurants.
TEAPSY, a Taiwanese brand crafting alcoholic drinks from Taiwan tea and fruit, has launched in Japan. The concept is rooted in Taiwan's beloved hand-shaken tea culture, now reimagined as an adult beverage.
From April 8 to June 30, 2026, GARDEN HOUSE SHINJUKU at NEWoMan Shinjuku is running a beer garden plan featuring unlimited fried chicken with three dipping sauces, bagna cauda with locally sourced Miura vegetables, and a wide selection of free-flow drinks including Corona beer, sparkling wine, and sangria.
A new limited-edition flavor is joining the Horoyoi lineup — Mango & Coconut hits shelves nationwide in Japan starting June 9, 2026.
Global techno artist Richie Hawtin has collaborated with Fukushima craft sake brewery haccoba -Craft Sake Brewery- to create a limited sparkling sake called "SPARK 26," celebrating the 26th anniversary of Shibuya's iconic club WOMB. The sake makes its world premiere on April 24, 2026.
Suntory will release the limited edition "The Premium Malt's 〈Japanese Ale〉 Irohana (色華) Kaoru Ale" nationwide from July 14, 2026, available in 350ml and 500ml cans, featuring a collaboration design with California lifestyle brand Ron Herman.
Tachibana E Liquor Shop has launched its Super High-Probability Lottery Vol. 2, limited to 150 entries at ¥12,999 each (tax included, free shipping). Every entry guarantees two bottles, with the top prize featuring both Yamazaki 18 Year and Yamazaki 12 Year.
A new limited-edition flavor featuring rare green-skinned lemons harvested on Hahajima Island in the Ogasawara Islands is coming to stores across Japan.
A canned shochu highball and a hand-crafted ceramic cup, born from a collaboration between Amakusa Shuzo and JAPAN MADE PROJECT, are now available in limited quantities at select stores.
Ardnahoe Distillery on the Isle of Islay is expanding its core range with the first cask strength release — Batch 1, bottled at 60.9% ABV from first-fill bourbon barrels — now available in Japan from April 15, 2026.
Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa will host its Sky Beer Garden SOT△DE from June 11 through September 30, 2026, offering a buffet-style dinner with over 70 drink varieties 40 meters above ground, with advance tickets available from April 13.
Osushi to Robata Sushi Roman, a sushi and robatayaki restaurant near Nishiki Market in Kyoto's Karasuma, has begun accepting reservations for two spring all-you-can-drink course plans starting from ¥4,500, perfect for farewell and welcome parties.
On May 17, 2026, Keio Plaza Hotel's Main Bar Briant will host a whisky seminar featuring five Johnnie Walker Blue Label expressions, including a bottle limited to just 888 units worldwide, paired with Scottish cuisine curated by the hotel's chef.
Two limited-edition rums from Bielle distillery on the island of Marie-Galante — the Rhum Blanc Canne Grise and Rhum Vieux Canne Grise Brut de Fût 2018 — are now shipping to retailers across Japan starting April 10, 2026.
Lounge & Bar Horizon on the 26th floor of the Westin Hotel Sendai will feature a limited-time mango-themed parfait and cocktail menu from May 16 to July 17, 2026.
The 9th edition of the Amazon.co.jp-exclusive Whisky Mikuji lucky draw has launched, offering 466 limited units at 4,880 yen with free shipping. The grand prize is Hakushu 18 Years Old, one of the most sought-after Japanese whiskies.
Hotel Granvia Kyoto's 2F cafe restaurant Le Temps will serve a seasonal melon parfait featuring sake lees from Kyoto's historic Sasaki Brewery, available from May 7 to June 30, 2026.
Suntory's Tokyo Craft brand is releasing a new limited-edition brew, the Fruity Ale, on June 2, 2026. Brewed with two hop varieties and top-fermenting yeast, it delivers ripe fruit aromas alongside the gentle richness of domestic malt.
Craft beer featuring characters from the classic 1973 anime Demetan Croaker, The Boy Frog has been released by OGA BREWING, available in two styles — Pale Ale and IPA.
Suntory is releasing a limited-edition Irish Edition of its Ao whisky — the world's first blend sourced exclusively from distilleries across all five major whisky-producing regions — starting June 9, 2026.
BambooCut's popular home-fermentation kits — "Umeko" for umeboshi and "Umesuke" for umeshu — are back for 2026. Pre-orders are open from April 1 through May 14, with freshly harvested Kishu Nanko plums shipped in mid-June.
Hiroshima craft brewer HIROSHIMA NEIGHBORLY BREWING releases "Rinki Ouhen – Barrel Aged Wheat Wine," a Wheat Wine aged 19 months in whisky casks that previously held red wine and peated whisky. Available from April 2, 2026.
Osaka Takashimaya's basement food floor is getting a refresh this spring with its first-ever western Japan LONDON BAKE GALLERY opening, a renewed Nespresso Boutique, a brand-new event space called NAMBA FOOD STATION, and a range of Takashimaya Osaka-exclusive limited sweets and gourmet items.
A limited-time pop-up shop featuring NAKAGO's tin sake vessels and tea sake ware is on display at Shimoda View Hotel from April 6 to May 8, 2026.
Toriikuguri, a Japanese izakaya known for Kyoto-style oden and seasonal tempura, has added a new chicken broth oden made from domestic chicken carcasses simmered for four hours, now available as part of a seasonal course menu starting April 2, 2026.
Yanagida Sake Brewery's aromatic imo shochu, made with an aged Hama Komachi sweet potato and the fifth-generation brewer's dedication, is now available in limited quantities at select Tsukada Nojo locations from April 2, 2026.
Beer Hall Lion Ginza Nana-chome, a registered tangible cultural property open since 1934, is celebrating its 92nd founding anniversary on April 8, 2026 with live concerts and special anniversary prices on signature dishes.
Kirin Beer is launching a new limited-edition flavor under its popular Hyoketsu RTD brand on April 28, 2026. The Muskmelon variety delivers the fruit's signature rich sweetness with a light, crisp carbonation — timed perfectly for the Golden Week season.
Sanwa Shurui's Ajimu Winery in Oita Prefecture earned Double Gold awards for two wines at the SAKURA Award 2026, Asia's largest international wine competition judged by female wine professionals.
From April 6 to April 26, 2026, over 60 of Ginza's finest restaurants and bars open their doors for the Ginza Machibal 2026 gourmet walking event, featuring a 3-ticket booklet for special drink and food pairings at each venue.
A new sake experience program, KomoSake Terrace, is launching at the Konohana Brewery in Asakusa on April 1, 2026. Beginners can enjoy a sake lecture, taste four varieties, and create a one-of-a-kind mini komodaru (sake barrel) to bring home.
On April 25, 2026, Whisky & Wine "Shun" at Swissôtel Nankai Osaka will host a special "Whisky Social" featuring Suntory's 5th Master of Whisky, Yuzo Ishihara, as guest lecturer, with a tasting of The Yamazaki, Suntory Yamazaki 12 Years, and Suntory Yamazaki 18 Years.
MINAKI, a luxury Japanese sake brand, is launching GENKYO — a limited-edition junmai daiginjo aged in French oak white wine barrels and finished under sub-zero temperatures — via lottery sales from March 30, 2026.
Bar Granada at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto is extending its popular strawberry-themed cocktail trio, the "Strawberry Collection," through April 30, 2026.
The SAKURA WINE FESTIVAL 2026 is coming to Yaba Park in Nagoya this April, with a brand-new gamified feature called SAKE QUEST that lets attendees earn extra coins by completing wine-tasting challenges via the official app.
The 112th edition of Tachibana E Shuuhan's whisky lucky draw series features Yamazaki 18 Years Old as the headline prize in a limited run of 466 lots, priced at ¥3,980 per entry.
To celebrate its 4th anniversary on April 1, 2026, NOHGA HOTEL KIYOMIZU KYOTO is hosting four special events centered on music, art, and food — including a live music night with artist Shinra Shinji, a limited-edition craft beer, a sushi and wine pairing evening, and a photography exhibition.
From April 9 to 13, 2026, the event "Horoyoi, Fukushima" comes to the Square Zero event space inside Tokyo Station's B1 gate, offering sake tastings from six Fukushima breweries, original games, and a selection of local Fukushima specialty products.
On March 8, 2026, Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Yatsugatake held a special maker's dinner pairing rare wines from Kisvin Winery with a bespoke eight-course menu at the resort's main dining room, OTTO SETTE.
Fukagawa Winery Tokyo is accepting applications for its 2026 Wine Brewing Academy, a hands-on program where participants can learn the full winemaking process from theory to practice.
A new Italian-style izakaya serving wood-fired pizza and Hokkaido ingredients is opening in Sapporo's Higashi Ward on April 4, 2026.
Tokyo craft beer brand Futako Beer is releasing a new lemon sour made with pesticide-free, fully ripened lemons grown in Setagaya. Hand-crafted using squeezed juice and zest alongside citrusy hops, the 350ml can goes on sale March 30, 2026.
Belgian white beer brand Hoegaarden has unveiled a new brand communication concept, alongside a community of food enthusiasts, restaurant collaborations, and campaigns featuring original merchandise.
Hotel Listel Inawashiro in Fukushima's Aizu region is offering a range of spring experiences to coincide with the Fukushima Destination Campaign, from cherry blossom viewing along Kannon-ji River to illuminated night sakura and a strawberry-filled dinner buffet.
A new craft gin made with domestically grown Damask roses and 14 botanicals is now available for lottery purchase through the online liquor shop KURAND.
Asahi Beer has launched Asahi Zeidaku, a new unfiltered beer featuring a distinctive cloudiness, rich body, and deep umami. It is available in limited quantities through Asahi's test sales site "Asahi Kuuso Kaihatsu-kyoku" from March 23.
Hakkaisan's popular Tokubetsu Honjozo sake is coming to aluminum cans for the first time in Japan, featuring MLB team logos and launching on April 15, 2026.
Suntory's The PREMIUM MALT'S <JAPANESE ALE> Summer Wind Fragrant Ale goes on sale nationwide in limited quantities from May 19, 2026, featuring a refreshing grapefruit-like aroma and a collaboration design with Ron Herman.
Two new non-carbonated, sugar-free tea-based RTD alcohol drinks from Suntory will be available exclusively in the Tohoku region from May 19, 2026, for a limited period.
On April 21, a wine tasting course led by a sommelier from f winery — Felissimo's urban winery in Kobe — comes to Blooming Kitchen at Grand Green Osaka's JAM BASE. Participants will sample four rosé and orange wines while learning how to choose them with confidence.
Tenkyo Brewery has launched Koharu, a limited-edition brewed sake made with ultra-low-pesticide Amaou strawberries grown in Fukuchi Town, Fukuoka. The product is available now through the brand's official online shop.
Strings Hotel Nagoya celebrates its 10th anniversary with a one-night-only spring event on April 22, 2026, featuring Chandon Rosé as the welcome drink in a pink-themed Cabana Garden.
A limited-edition Japanese whisky lottery with 466 lots is now available, featuring Yamazaki 18 Year as the top prize and Hakushu 18 Year as the second prize, priced at 6,980 yen per lot.
Kikumasamune Sake Brewing, a historic brewery founded in 1659, has put its sake and salt bathing powder on general sale as of March 2, 2026, following a well-received limited preview release.
The "Rosé and Western Cuisine" seasonal pairing is back at KOBE DUCHAMP RESTAURANT in Sannomiya, Kobe, featuring carefully selected rosé wines from France and Italy alongside the restaurant's signature Western dishes.
Kurume Ikkon opens on March 26, 2026, in a renovated townhouse along Ikemachi River near Nishitetsu Kurume Station, offering fresh fish directly from Kurume Market, seasonal clay pot rice, and an interactive ingredient showcase experience.
Kyoto-based fermentation collective LINNÉ has released a distinctive brewed sake crafted from Kyotamba chestnuts — a prized local ingredient with centuries of history — along with an innovative pricing model that increases value as the sake ages.
The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association has announced its Japanese Sake Event Calendar for April 2026, featuring a lineup of sake tasting events held across Tokyo, Gunma, and other regions.
Suntory is set to release a new limited-edition ale variant of its Perfect Suntory Beer lineup on May 12, 2026, featuring zero sugar, aromatic hops, and a fruity finish.
A new vintage of the Japanese wine "SUNTORY FROM FARM Kaminoyama Chardonnay 2025" is set to go on sale nationwide in limited quantities from May 12, 2026.
Tokyo Tower's beloved outdoor highball garden is back for its 15th season, running from March 20 to October 18, 2026, with two distinct venues offering al fresco dining and drinks in the shadow of the iconic tower.
A limited-time exhibition centered on the newly launched Black Nikka Clear Highball is heading to the rooftop terrace of Tokyu Plaza Harajuku "Harakado" from April 6 to 12.
Echigo Beer is bringing back its popular Hazy IPA after a four-year hiatus. The "Uruoi Hop Hore Hore Ale" goes on sale April 17, 2026, featuring a fruity hop aroma and a light, smooth finish.
The Ibaraki-based Hagiwara Shuzo brewery has launched "FOREST Rooted Light -The First Batch-," the debut release of its wood-barrel-fermented FOREST series, completing the LOVE, SKY, FOREST lineup.
Takara Shuzo is releasing a new lemon-flavored addition to its "ISAINA" imo shochu soda lineup nationwide on April 7, 2026, featuring strong carbonation and a refreshing lemon accent that complements the brand's naturally fruity aroma.
Award-winning Nozawa Onsen Distillery brings bar-quality gin cocktails to convenience stores across Japan with two new canned flavors — Shikuwasa Gin Tonic and White Peach Gin Tonic — available at Lawson from March 24, 2026.
A special program is planned for March 22 at the Sennan Oyster Festival, held at SENNAN LONG PARK's "Umi no Marché" in Osaka. The day features live stage performances, free oyster soup, local sake tasting, a shell craft workshop, and a food rally.
TachibanA E-Sake Shop's whisky lucky draw series marks a milestone of 50,000 sets sold with a special edition featuring double the chances to win Yamazaki 18 Year whisky. Series 108, with 466 tickets in total, goes on sale from March 17, 2026.
A-FACTORY Cidre Workshop in Aomori is releasing a limited-edition cider, "AOMORI CIDRE AOMORI×NANAE2025," combining apples from Aomori Prefecture and Nanae Town, Hokkaido. Available from March 26, 2026, with only 2,262 bottles produced.
An exclusive winery dinner event featuring a premium vineyard tour, barrel cellar tasting, and 6-course meal with wine pairings is set for May 23, 2026, for guests staying at Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba.
Hinokami Distillery in Makurazaki, Kagoshima releases its second new-born whisky, incorporating sherry cask spirit for the first time. Only 3,000 bottles will be available nationwide from April 17, 2026.
From April 24 to May 31, 2026, Tokyo Midtown's lush green garden transforms into an outdoor haven with hands-free picnic rentals, a koinobori gallery, wellness activities, craft beer, and more.
Nishinakasu Miyama, a ramen restaurant tucked away in Fukuoka's Nishinakasu district, has started offering handmade obanzai alongside its signature ultra-rich oyster paitan ramen from March 2026.
Nagahama Distillery, Japan's smallest craft whisky distillery, launches its 8th single malt release — a limited vatting that fuses cherry barrel and amburana barrel spirits for a layered, exotic flavor profile.
Kikumasamune Sake Brewery, based in Higashinada, Kobe, is set to release its first-ever craft beer (happoshu) lineup — "Xross Yoshino Cedar IPA," "Xross SAKE PALE ALE," and "Xross Hyogo Yuzu Ale" — starting April 13, 2026.
Shangri-La Tokyo is hosting a special one-evening collaboration with Kisvin Winery from Yamanashi on April 25, 2026, featuring a four-course dinner pairing seasonal local ingredients with acclaimed wines.
Sobakichi, known for its freshly stone-ground, hand-rolled, and freshly boiled nijuhachi soba, is opening its 9th location at Aeon Mall Tsudanuma South on March 18, 2026.
Onomichi-based Shimanami Brewery has released a new craft-brewing-technique-driven hassaku citrus sour, the latest addition to its popular "Cho-Sour" series.
From April 1 to June 30, 2026, Biwako Hotel in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, will serve two new drinks inspired by classical Japanese poetry as the latest installment in its long-running Hyakunin Isshu Cocktails series.
From Kitano's European-style houses and Nankinmachi street food to the Meriken Park waterfront and Kobe beef teppanyaki, here are the top things to do in Kobe for overseas travelers.
The 107th edition of the "Deluxe Whisky Lottery" by Tachibana E-Sake features Yamazaki 18 Years Old as the top prize, with 466 limited entries available from March 12, 2026, at ¥3,980 plus shipping.
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Sushi Asahi in Gotanda is offering a special March plan featuring five varieties of the highly sought-after "Sanzo" sake, including an ultra-rare anniversary edition. A separate Juyondai-guaranteed plan is also available for a limited number of guests.
From May 15 to August 31, 2026, Hoshinoya Okinawa will run a special night pool program featuring time-specific cocktails and live Ryukyuan classical music performed by the illuminated infinity pool.
Johnnie Walker Blonde, the new light and sweet Scotch whisky crafted specifically for mixing, will be available nationwide in Japan from April 7. With its smooth vanilla character and fruity notes, it aims to make Scotch more approachable for younger drinkers.
A new izakaya-style sushi restaurant, Sushi Izakaya Yu (游), opened in Toyohashi, Aichi on August 9, 2025, offering fresh market-sourced sushi alongside carefully selected sake in a welcoming setting.
Kurand, an online craft liquor shop, has launched a lottery sale for "Fuka," a domestic maple whisky crafted from rice whisky aged in oak barrels and blended with Canadian maple syrup.
Le Foyer Ebisu opened in Ebisu in January 2026, bringing classic French bistro cuisine and carefully selected wines to one of Tokyo's most popular dining neighborhoods.
On March 27, 2026, Hotel GrandBach Sendai will host a special cocktail night on its 7th-floor bar, featuring original cocktails paired with cheese and live classical music performed in the lobby.
The viral online sake shop KURAND is bringing its popular "Sake Gacha" experience to life at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store in Osaka for a limited two-week run.
Nanbu Brewery in Ono City, Fukui Prefecture, is launching a new sake on March 17, 2026, born from a circular brewing project that returns sake kasu as fertilizer to the rice paddies and then brews the harvested rice into sake.
The Ogimachi Sakura Festival takes place at Ogimachi Park in Osaka's Kita Ward from April 3 to 5, 2026, featuring night cherry blossom illuminations, sakura-colored sky lanterns, Japanese traditional music and street performance shows, sake tasting, and food trucks.
Suntory's popular -196 "fruit-forward chuhai" series adds a new limited-edition flavor — Okinawa Pineapple — releasing nationwide from May 5, 2026.
Suntory is set to release 12 summer gift products from late May 2026, featuring whisky, gin, and plum wine options including SUNTORY WHISKY "Ao," Ballantine's 17 Year Tribute Release, The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year, and more.
Suntory is rolling out its 2026 Beer Summer Gift lineup from early May, featuring The Premium Malt's varieties, a preview of the limited-edition Master's Dream Umenomi Kinari, and a newly added Suntory Nama Beer set.
Suntory is releasing a new limited-edition beer inspired by the Japanese seasonal term "Umenomikinari," meaning the time when plums ripen and begin to turn golden. It goes on sale nationwide on June 16, 2026.
From March 20 to 22, 2026, DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba hosts a three-day kitchen car event featuring a lineup of strawberry sweets, a sake gacha experience, and a limited-time Sanrio "Strawberry House" exhibition.
The 106th edition of the Gouka Whisky Mikuji lottery from Tachibana E-Shuuhan features The Yamazaki 18 Year Old as the top prize, with 466 tickets available starting March 9, 2026.
LEON magazine's popular adults-only social lounge APE LEON is heading to Osaka for the first time, with an event at Nakazakicho's wine bistro MONIQUE on April 2, 2026.
The 101st Azuma Odori, the annual traditional geisha dance performance of Tokyo's Shinbashi flower district, will take place at Shinbashi Enbujo from May 22 to 25, 2026, with 8 performances over 4 days.
SABUROMARU Distillery has released a limited single cask whisky featuring Sun Shangxiang from Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake, with only 211 bottles available via lottery.
AFURI ramen and Nagoya-based craft brewery Y.MARKET BREWING have joined forces to release THE PIONEERS, a Yuzu Pale Ale that blends hop character with yuzu purée — including the same juice used in AFURI's signature ramen.
ginou is a cherry blossom-pink rosé wine where silver foil shimmers in the glass, crafted from Yamanashi-grown Koshu and Marselan grapes and available via lottery through KURAND.
Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas, a traditional herbal liqueur from Ibiza, Spain, has won the Best Spirits Award in the IGP category at the prestigious Alimentos de España 2025, organized by Spain's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
A limited-time pairing dinner course, "Le Printemps," is available at Top of Yokohama Teppanyaki & Dining through March 31, 2026, pairing dishes made with Kanagawa-sourced ingredients with wines selected from around the world.
Starting March 1, 2026, Dusitthani Kyoto offers an innovative wellness program called "Chakō," a shisha-inspired experience using only organic tea leaves from the hotel's own Wazuka estate, with optional sake and whisky pairings.
Satsuma Kinzan-gura announces the release of "Fukukinzan," a new authentic sweet potato shochu inspired by Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa, blending white and rare golden koji for a mellow, aromatic flavor, presented in a striking indigo and gold leaf bottle design.
Kikusui Sake Brewery in Shibata, Niigata is offering a two-day "Kurabito Experience Program" on May 21 and 22, 2026, where participants can work alongside actual brewery workers to wash rice, cultivate koji, and perform hands-on sake brewing within a historic warehouse setting.
Takara Shuzo's beloved dry chuhai, first launched on March 7, 2006, reaches its 20th anniversary with special limited-edition packaging available nationwide from early March 2026.
Tachibana E Sake Sales has launched the 8th edition of its Amazon.co.jp exclusive Whiskey Mikuji lottery, offering 466 lots at ¥4,880 each with the highly sought-after Hakushu 18-Year as the grand prize.
Falò Brewing, a craft beer brewery in Yamamoto Town, Miyagi Prefecture, is releasing a new strawberry beer called "HBD" made with locally grown strawberries. Sales begin on March 4, 2026, at beer bars across Japan and at roadside stations within Yamamoto Town.
Two new limited-edition flavors are joining Suntory's -196 lineup nationwide from April 28, 2026 — a Sugar-Free Peach Yogurite at ALC 7% and a Mango Yogurite at ALC 4%.
A new limited-edition canned sparkling wine with refreshing muscat flavor and gentle sweetness, made without added antioxidants, is set to go on sale nationwide from April 28, 2026.
Two new canned gin soda varieties from Suntory's SUI gin brand — "Refreshingly Light" and "Full-Bodied Rich" — are set to hit shelves across Japan on March 31, 2026, offering a gin soda experience designed to complement everyday meals.
Suntory introduces Tres Generaciones Plata Tequila to the Japanese market, featuring 100% Blue Agave and triple distillation for a smooth, fresh flavor, priced at ¥4,900 (tax excluded) for 750ml.
Hennessy X.O La Carafe, an innovative luminous bottle designed for luxury nightlife venues, made its Japan debut in February 2026 with an exclusive launch event at GINZA SAPPHIRE LOUNGE featuring live performances and top cultural icons.
Bar "Carousel" at Hotel Metropolitan Edmont in Iidabashi, Tokyo, is serving the spring-limited cocktail "OUSYUN" from March 16 to April 30, 2026, combining sakura liqueur, green tea liqueur, and Japanese vodka.
From March 19 to June 14, 2026, Hotel New Grand in Yokohama serves "Pure Rose," a white wine-based cocktail finished with Bulgarian organic Damascus rose water, offered in collaboration with Garden Necklace Yokohama 2026.
Collaboration cocktails produced for the live streaming avatar app REALITY-Become an Anime Avatar are on sale through March 31, 2026, on the Miyashita Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. EC site. A non-alcoholic option is also available.
Leach Bar and Cellar Bar at RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka are offering two special cherry blossom cocktails from March 1 to April 30, 2026.
Four event-limited original whisky bottles are available through lottery for holders of admission tickets to the Whisky & Spirits Festival 2026 in Yokohama. Applications open March 25 at noon and close April 6 at 5:00 PM.
From March 6 to April 15, 2026, Tokyu Kabukicho Tower in Shinjuku is hosting CHANDON SPRING, a stylish urban hanami event featuring sakura decorations and Chandon Rosé available by the glass at five venues throughout the tower.
Italian & Wine Bar CONA is hosting "Ohanami Bar 2026" from March 1 to April 30, 2026, where guests can enjoy full-bloom cherry blossom décor indoors alongside 5 spring-limited dishes featuring strawberries and cherry blossoms.
Holiday Travel staff Arimi visits Benitsuya in Shimbashi, Tokyo for an authentic geisha dinner experience. Read her honest review of the kaiseki cuisine, traditional dance performances, and exciting ozashiki asobi (parlor games) at this welcoming venue popular with international visitors.
Soratoshiba by Yonaoyona Ale, the craft beer brewing restaurant at Escon Field HOKKAIDO, is launching a new year-limited series starting with "Mokumoku White," a Weizen-style beer with fruity aromas and low bitterness, beginning in early March 2026.
A refreshing chuhai made with straight-pressed hassaku juice from Hiroshima Prefecture is coming back in a newly redesigned package, available in limited quantities from March 3, 2026.
Finlandia Vodka, Finland's premium vodka brand crafted with Arctic glacial spring water and locally grown barley, is set to launch in Japan on March 2, 2026.
Ginza Mitsukoshi's GINZA TABLE 2026 SPRING runs March 4–17, 2026, spotlighting spring sweets and theater bento boxes perfect for gift-giving and intermission dining.
The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association has published its March 2026 sake event calendar, featuring festivals and tasting events held across Japan including Nagoya, Niigata, Kyoto, and Aomori.
Tachibana E-Shuhan's White Day Fukubukuro Mikuji lucky bag lottery is available for reservations from February 25, 2026, with 333 limited units at 7,777 yen including free shipping. The top prize is the elusive Taketsuru 25 Year Pure Malt, alongside other rare bottles such as Hakushu 18 Year and Yamazaki 12 Year.
To mark the 70th anniversary of the Black Nikka brand, Nikka Whisky is launching a new canned highball alongside packaging updates for its core lineup.
A Yahoo! Shopping-exclusive whisky lucky draw has launched, with the rare Hibiki 21 Year as the grand prize. Limited to 466 entries at ¥4,980 each (tax included, free shipping), the draw closes once all entries are claimed.
BAR PLUS on the 19th floor of Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel hosts a seasonal strawberry cocktail promotion from March 1 to April 30, 2026, featuring a 90-minute free-flow plan and à la carte ordering.
From March 1 to April 30, 2026, the Sky Lounge "Bay View" on the 28th floor of Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers is serving a spring-limited evening high tea themed around cherry blossoms and strawberries, set against Yokohama's glittering night views and live piano music.
Shinwa Auction's WINE/LIQUOR sale held on February 21, 2026 totaled ¥92,138,000 in hammer prices across approximately 300 lots, with standout results for a 1985 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Conti magnum and Ichiro's Malt Ace of Spades from the Card Series.
A new year-round addition to the Kudamono Torys Can series, the lemon highball combines a full-bodied lemon flavor with the smooth finish of Torys Whisky and goes on sale across Japan on April 21, 2026.
Two adorable additions to the Animal Collector Series debut on February 22, 2026. Single malt whiskies Kirishima Newborn Munchkin and Kirishima Newborn Shiba Inu feature four-barrel blends with smooth, fruity character.
Two new varieties of Goka Apple Wine are now available in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture. CYGNUS and PEGASUS join the existing lineup of seasonal wines named after constellations.
Hiroshima IPPIN KITTE Osaka Store presents a special Higashihiroshima Fair from February 28 to April 23, 2026, featuring sake tasting from 10 breweries, the region's mascot Nonta, and Higashihiroshima Koi Chicken tastings.
Two Tokyo restaurants are hosting a seasonal fair featuring carefully selected Kyushu sake and spring-themed dishes from February 24 to April 25, 2026.
A new whisky lottery exclusive to Rakuten Market offers rare bottles including Hakushu 18 Year and 12 Year in a limited run of 466 units, with special point bonuses during the Shopping Marathon.
Sapporo Beer introduces two new ready-to-drink beverages featuring a bold bitter taste profile and ultra-low sugar content, targeting consumers seeking satisfying alternatives to traditional beer.
Starting February 19th, 2026, the 102nd edition of the popular luxury whisky lottery features the iconic Yamazaki 18 Years Old, along with other rare Japanese whiskies like Yamazaki 12 and Hakushu 12 in a limited 466-bottle selection.
Hotel New Grand in Yokohama presents a limited Spring Bottle Fair at Bar Sea Guardian II from March 1 to April 30, 2026, featuring ultra-rare Japanese whiskies including the 303-bottle limited Ichiro's Malt HBA2025, Bowmore 18, and Sakurao Spanish Oak.
Kikumasamune Brewery launches a new Neo Cup format for their popular Shiboritate Gin Ruby sake, featuring a wide-mouth design that enhances aroma and flavor while maintaining quality.
A new purple-colored wine called 'Lilac - Purple Wine -' has launched, featuring butterfly pea and white wine to create a naturally vibrant purple hue with a refreshing taste.
On May 21, 2026, Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel's Towers Bar "Bellovisto" hosts a one-night-only champagne event featuring Perrier-Jouët's prestigious lineup and a special dinner course, with panoramic views from the 40th floor.
A new craft gin using botanicals from Hakuba Village's native plants goes on sale. Part of proceeds support forest conservation efforts.
PRONTO's original craft gin "THE Coffee GIN," co-developed with Ethical Spirits, is now available at PRONTO locations nationwide (excluding some stores) starting February 17, 2026.
From March 17 to 31, 2026, The Prince Park Tower Tokyo presents a seasonal bar experience featuring Japanese craft gin cocktails, cherry blossom-themed high tea, and a photo-worthy garden overlooking Tokyo Tower.
Tachibana E Shuhan launches their 101st premium whiskey lottery featuring the rare Yamazaki 18 Years Old, along with other sought-after Japanese whiskeys. 466 bottles available from February 17th, 2026.
Tachibana E Shuhan celebrates its 100th whiskey lottery with a special edition offering double the chances to win the premium Yamazaki 18 Years Old single malt whiskey.
During the Hita Oyama Plum Blossom Festival period from February 15 to March 15, 2026, Umeshu-gura Oyama will host special events including free tastings of plum amazake and umeboshi tea, bonsai plum displays by local farmers, and a photo contest celebrating the beauty of plum blossoms.
A new lifestyle brand Montagna sacra has launched, bringing precision cutting technology expertise to everyday products. The brand's debut product is a titanium sake cup featuring a 3D replica of Mount Ishizuchi.
Grand Marche Co., Ltd. releases an official PSYCHO-PASS: Providence collaboration whisky featuring rich malt flavor and caramel notes, available online and at select stores starting February 18.
On February 12, 2026, TOKACHI WINE from Ikeda Town, Hokkaido, launched a new sweet red wine "Sachiiro Akanohitotoki" made from 100% Yamasachi grapes, an internationally registered variety developed by the town.
UTAGE BREWING has developed two upcycled craft beers - WHITE BREW using skim milk powder from Meiji Co., Ltd.'s dairy production, and RICE ALE using rice scraps from Onisi Foods Co., Ltd.'s alpha rice manufacturing. Both products will be available from March 2026, starting at Seijo Ishii stores.
Goto Winery releases its first-ever Merlot (Rosé) 2025, crafted from 100% locally grown grapes and Camellia yeast. This limited-edition rosé goes on sale February 11, 2026.
Hotel Metropolitan's 25th-floor Dining & Bar Ovest introduces a curated Japanese Whisky tasting set featuring rare selections from Yamazaki, Hibiki, and Taketsuru. Available from March 1 to April 30, 2026, guests can enjoy premium tastings with stunning night views from 100 meters above ground.
Nihonsakari hosts a special sake brewery opening event on February 28, 2026, featuring exclusive limited-edition sake tastings, brewery tours, food pairings, and family-friendly activities in Nishinomiya, Hyogo.
Following overwhelming demand, Japan Import System announces the restocking of Scarabus Sherry Cask, a single malt Scotch whisky that sold out in just three days during its initial release in September 2025.
Starting March 2026, Takara Shuzo International will export a new overseas-exclusive liqueur featuring rare Miyazaki lychees to Asia, Oceania, Europe, and beyond.
Tachibana E Liquor Store launches its 99th Deluxe Whisky Lottery featuring the coveted Yamazaki 18 Years Old. Limited to 466 entries, the lottery offers premium Japanese whiskies including Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Hibiki at an accessible price of 3,980 yen.
On January 31st, Maison Blanche held its first Wine & Liquor Auction at The 1898 Niseko, achieving a 97.4% success rate with total sales of 31.62 million yen.
CAMPARI JAPAN has announced a package design renewal for its Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky lineup, featuring the brand's iconic Blue Poppy symbol in an elegant new presentation.
Unfilter Co., Ltd. has launched a pre-order sale on Makuake for "ZAININ BLACK" and "ZAININ WHITE," the first premium series of craft shochu "ZAININ (罪人)" developed in collaboration with Hachijojima's historic brewery, Sakashita Shuzo.
The iconic Celtic lettered label returns for the 25th anniversary of Kingsbury's legendary collection. The final and greatest release, Laphroaig 1999 26-Year Rum Cask, has arrived in limited quantities.
Whisky Culture Institute will hold a special tasting seminar covering its original Hyakunin Isshu Series bottles on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 7:00 PM at their seminar room in Hiroo, Shibuya.
The popular whisky lottery series featuring rare Japanese whiskies including Yamazaki 18 Years Old, Yamazaki 12 Years Old, and Hakushu 12 Years Old is now available for purchase starting February 5, 2026.
Terrace and Table restaurant at Hotel Metropolitan Kawasaki has begun serving two original cocktails made with authentic shochu from Kobayashi City and Ebino City in Miyazaki Prefecture as part of the Miyazaki Fair 2026.
Felissimo's urban winery f winery will host a wine seminar at Grand Green Osaka on February 26th. The beginner-friendly session focuses on discovering your favorite red wines through tasting and expert guidance.
Suntory releases "Horoyoi no Moto <Western Pear & Apple>" and "<Lychee & White Grape>" on April 14, expanding the customizable liqueur line nationwide after successful limited launch.
KURAND introduces Mogitate Yuzu no Touketsu-shu, a frozen sake that preserves the vibrant aroma and taste of freshly picked yuzu from harvest to bottle. Sales begin February 3rd at 5:00 PM.
Takara Shuzo releases a refreshing chilled sake in an eco-friendly 1.8L paper pack, perfect for pairing with light Japanese cuisine during the warmer months.
Suntory introduces a new Valencia orange flavor to its popular "196" fruit chuhai series, available nationwide from March 31, 2026.
Sake brewery regeneration venture Naorai has released a new line of their innovative distilled sake "JOCHU" at 35% ABV. The JOCHU White 35 offers a lighter, more approachable taste while maintaining the rich umami of the original, now available in a new 700ml bottle at ¥6,500.
Matsui Whisky The Kurayoshi 12 Years and The Kurayoshi 18 Years received Category Winner and Gold awards at the prestigious World Whiskies Awards 2026 held in the UK, marking their second Category Winner achievement for both products since 2021.
Tachibana E Liquor Store launches its 97th Whisky Lottery featuring the prestigious Yamazaki 18 Years Old and other premium Japanese whiskies. Limited to 466 entries at ¥3,980 plus shipping.
Hokkaido Iburi Comprehensive Development Bureau is holding a week-long fair at the Dosanko Plaza Sapporo store from February 4th to 10th, featuring local specialties, sake tasting, and cultural experiences.
Liquor Shop LE, a new wine shop curated by the sommelier team from Ginza L'écrin, opened at Atre Ueno on January 2, 2026. With over 600 wines starting from ¥3,000 and featuring an in-store tasting bar, it offers a relaxed wine selection experience directly connected to JR Ueno Station.
Tachibana E Liquor Sales launches a special Valentine's whiskey lottery with 466 bottles available. The grand prize includes the legendary Hakushu 25 Years Old, along with other premium Japanese whiskies like Yamazaki 12 Years and sought-after single malts.
Sapporo Breweries launches Sapporo Sakura Beer, a limited-edition brew inspired by a historic brand from 1913, blending savory richness with a crisp finish.
MIZUNARA: In Tokyo, a bar in Kagurazaka, is hosting a limited-time shochu cocktail event in collaboration with Kagoshima's Wakashio Shuzo from February 2 to February 28, 2026. Three original cocktails will be available, featuring innovative shochu and spirits.
Sankt Gallen releases a seasonal beer flavored with cherry blossoms and leaves, offering the aroma and taste of sakura mochi. Available from mid-February to mid-April.
KURAND Co., Ltd. begins sales of "Serious Domestic Orangecello," a Japanese take on the traditional Italian liqueur made entirely with domestic ingredients
BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel presents the 12th edition of its special Japanese whisky pairing event, featuring rare bottles like Hibiki 17 Year alongside expertly crafted dishes, on two exclusive nights in March and April 2026.
Hatada Co., Ltd. partners with Ishizuchi Brewery to launch a luxurious adult dessert combining rice flour financier with Ishizuchi Junmai Ginjo sake. Launching January 30, 2026.
Wakatsuru Shuzo releases a single cask whiskey featuring Liu Bei design from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake collaboration series, with 292 bottles available.
A new craft beer featuring a white cat design launches ahead of Cat Day on February 22nd. The label can be customized with drawings, and a portion of proceeds supports a cat rescue cafe in Takamatsu.
lf, a Utsunomiya-based company, released the izakaya card game ENTERtei in December 2025. The game features collaboration with 43 sake breweries, wineries, and breweries across Tochigi Prefecture, offering a new way to experience local sake culture through entertainment.
Japan Import System has launched the New Grove Inception 21 Years Old Vintage 2004, a premium aged rum crafted exclusively from distillates produced during the brand's inception year in 2004.
Kobe-based baked goods shop Yakigashi Taka announces pre-orders for their new "Adult Gateau Chocolat" series, featuring chocolate and matcha flavors designed to pair beautifully with alcoholic beverages, just in time for Valentine's Day.
Asahi Beer refreshes its popular Asahi GINON RTD line with enhanced sugar-free taste and updated packaging. A new Gin Soda flavor debuts in Tohoku, while a grapefruit concentrate joins the commercial lineup nationwide from March 31.
Saga Tamaya department store presents a 7-day product fair featuring carefully selected specialties from Japan's snow country regions, including Hokuriku, Shinetsu, and Michinoku, from January 22 to 28, 2026.
Tachibana E Liquor launches the 7th edition of its Amazon-exclusive whiskey lottery. The grand prize features the highly sought-after Hakushu 18 Years Old, with other premium bottles including Yamazaki 12 Years Old and Hakushu 12 Years Old.
A special event train offering Japanese sake tasting and pairings aboard the Fuji Tozan Train will run on February 21, 2026, connecting passengers to the 33rd New Year Brewery Opening at Ide Brewery, the sole sake brewery in the Fuji Five Lakes area.
A new winter destination debuts at Meiji Park in Shinjuku, featuring an ice skating rink sponsored by Corona Cero and outdoor kotatsu lounges powered by Anker. The month-long event runs from January 16 to February 15, 2026.
On February 27, 2026, Hotel Granvia Hiroshima presents an exclusive dining event featuring Chef Tomioka's special kaiseki menu paired with six premium sake selections from Suishin Yamane Honten, the historic brewery loved by renowned artist Yokoyama Taikan.
Japan Import System announces the limited release of Ardnahoe's first single cask exclusively for the Japanese market, featuring whisky distilled in April 2019 and aged in refill bourbon barrels.
GENDY launches The Premium Bitter Caramel Rum Ball on February 1, 2026. This limited-edition confection features French butter, premium dark chocolate, and a blend of VSOP rum and grappa, available at Minami-Aoyama and Ginza stores.
Suntory introduces two new Horoyoi flavors with a light and refreshing taste, along with refreshed packaging for nine popular varieties to appeal to today's younger drinkers.
On January 24, 2026, visitors can enjoy a special sake tasting event using traditional Ohori Soma Ware cups at JR Koriyama Station's tourist information center, featuring locally crafted pottery and Namie Town sake.
Nagahama Roman Beer is releasing a limited-edition barrel-aged strong ale, Barrel Aged Wee Heavy, starting January 27, 2026. This unique beer has been aged for one year in bourbon barrels from Nagahama Distillery.
Hakkenzan Winery, located in Sapporo's Minami Ward, officially launches its guided winery tour with tasting and shuttle service from December 2025, offering a luxurious wine experience with transportation from Makomanai Station and Jozankei Onsen.
JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo will introduce two premium white wines from NIKI Hills Winery starting April 1, 2026. One wine won a gold medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025, marking a first for Japanese Chardonnay still wines.
Nagahama Roman Beer, a craft brewery in Shiga Prefecture, will release a limited edition Imperial Stout on January 27, 2026, with plans to barrel-age a portion in Nagahama Distillery whiskey barrels.
Suntory will release a new limited-edition Horoyoi flavor featuring peach and pear, available nationwide from March 10, 2026.
KURAND's popular online service Sake Gacha is coming to life at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse. From January 17 to February 1, 2026, visitors can try real capsule toy machines dispensing rare sake at the Nabe Festival.
Kikusui Sake Brewery releases two award-winning daiginjo sake varieties, "Setsugoro Shuppinshu," available in limited quantities starting January 11, 2026. These premium sake won awards at the 2025 National New Sake Appraisal and Kanto-Shinetsu Regional Taxation Bureau Sake Appraisal.
From January 21st to 27th, Matsuya Ginza hosts a special fair featuring premium Kumamoto ingredients, local sake, and traditional crafts as part of the "Kumamoto Mon x Tokyo Ginza Jack" event.
The craft beer maker releases its popular limited-edition set featuring chocolate-flavored beer and an edible chocolate glass, selling out annually on the first day.
A stamp rally event featuring four facilities in Shisui Town, Chiba Prefecture, runs from January 10 to May 6, 2026. Collect stamps to win original stickers and exclusive prize sets.
BELLUSTAR TOKYO's 45th-floor Bar Bellustar introduces a limited-time whisky pairing experience featuring Tokyu Hotels' original whisky paired with Kagoshima black pork from January 12 to March 15, 2026.
Sonido Co., Ltd. has launched general sales of "Lilight Raspberry," a low-alcohol liqueur combining vodka and sake. About 40% of Japanese people are genetically sensitive to alcohol, and this product aims to make sake more accessible to everyone.
Two craft distilleries unite for a groundbreaking blend combining Hishida's Southern-aged grain with Nagahama's award-winning malt, creating a luxurious Japanese whisky that showcases new possibilities in blending.
Experience the ultimate warm sake event as premium breweries gather at Tokorozawa Sakuratown for a two-day festival featuring kan-zake tasting and gourmet food pairings. The second edition of this popular festival takes place February 28 to March 1, 2026.
A.P Holdings introduces two limited-edition Japanese sake varieties, "ubu with Fukucho" and "ubu with Taka," specially crafted for the New Year. These premium sake offerings will be available at Shijuhachigyo and sister restaurants starting from the first business day of 2026.
A new limited-edition champagne from Bollinger's "By Bollinger" series showcases the unique character of the 2016 vintage, featuring 73% Pinot Noir from northern Montagne de Reims.
Starting in January 2026, 15 acclaimed restaurants across Tokyo, Fukushima, and Kansai regions will showcase Fukushima's diverse sake culture through food pairings featuring wine, craft sake, craft beer, and gin from seven local producers.
A limited one-day wine pairing dinner event will be held on February 14, 2026, featuring Passion Winery from Yokoze, Saitama, and O Park OGOSE's special dinner course. The winery's representative will personally explain their wines alongside the chef's exclusive dinner course.
Popular seasonal flavor becomes a year-round product as Suntory releases -196°C Sugar-Free Pink Grapefruit & Orange nationwide on February 24, 2026.
The Gosetsu Set returns for its fourth year, delivering authentic Tsunan snow alongside premium sake. This unique winter offering celebrates the heavy snowfall that defines the brewery's craft, shipping sake buried in snow directly from one of Japan's snowiest regions.
Tachibana E Shuhan has launched the 92nd edition of its popular whiskey lottery "Luxury Whiskey Mikuji" on Amazon, Rakuten, and other e-commerce platforms starting December 25, 2025. The lottery features premium Japanese whiskeys with the grand prize being Yamazaki 18 Years Old.
APÉRO, a beloved wine destination in Tokyo's Aoyama and Ikejiri areas, is opening its first location in Niseko on January 9, 2026. The new venue will feature casual French cuisine highlighting organic Hokkaido ingredients paired with sommelier-curated French wines and local Hokkaido selections.
The Hiroshima Furusato Festival will take place at Ueno Park's Fountain Plaza from January 9 (Friday) to January 12 (Monday, Public Holiday), 2026, featuring Hiroshima's food culture and specialty products. A giant oyster soup pot using 40,000 Setouchi oysters will be offered free to the first 200 visitors daily.
Hotel Metropolitan's Bar "Orient Express" presents a Winter Cocktail Fair from January 1 to February 28, 2026, featuring three seasonal cocktails made with "The KI NO BI Kyoto Dry Gin" series, inspired by Japanese winter.
A groundbreaking liqueur blending the distinct spirits of two regions has been created. The Nagahama Distillery's AMAHAGAN meets Shinzato Shuzo's whiskey and awamori liqueur in the INAZUMA series, launching in limited quantities on January 20, 2026.
Creative Plus and Gonda Brewery have released Japanese sake inspired by the popular anime "The Style of Hiroshi Nohara's Lunch," featuring "Kin no Hiroshi" (dry sake) and "Gin no Hiroshi" (lime-infused liqueur), available online and at select retailers starting December 25, 2025.
Fontagard, a French single malt whisky from the Cognac region, has won the Design Award in the European Whisky category at TWSC 2025. The award was voted on by general consumers for the first time, recognizing the bottle's innovative black opaque design.
ISEMAN CO., LTD., a group company of IX Holdings, is releasing Single Malt Whisky Ise -2025 Edition-, the first Japanese single malt whisky from the Ise-Shima region, made with 100% malt spirit distilled and aged at the Ise Distillery. This limited edition of 250 bottles will be available from December 30, 2025.
Bar Granada at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto will offer "Kazamigusa," a seasonal cocktail inspired by early spring plum blossoms, from January 1 to February 28, 2026.
Hotel Niwa Tokyo announces a special one-night dining event at Yukuri Japanese Restaurant, featuring seasonal Niigata cuisine paired with premium sake from Kamonishiki Brewery on January 24, 2026.
Suntory will release two new non-alcoholic beverages, "Nonaru Sakaba Plain Chuhai Non-Alcoholic" and "Umeshu Soda Non-Alcoholic," along with a refresh of four existing products in the popular Nonaru Sakaba lineup.
Tachibana E-Shuhan announces the second release of their 2026 Fukubukuro Mikuji lucky bag lottery, launching December 20 following overwhelming demand for the first round. The special New Year's lucky bags feature a chance to win the extremely rare Hakushu 25 Years Old whisky, with 466 limited units available at 5,980 yen including free shipping.
Fujizakura Heights Beer has released HOBAKU, a limited-edition collaboration beer with Yamanashi's prestigious SADOYA Winery, featuring Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from SADOYA's estate farm.
A new all-private room izakaya featuring creative cuisine and carefully selected sake opens near Tamachi Station on November 27, 2025, offering 114 seats and over 110 drink varieties.
A new brewery-equipped restaurant POWDERHOOD RESTAURANT & TAPROOM will open at ALPEN NODE in Niseko Grand Hirafu in December 2025, featuring the Transit Group's first original craft beer brand.
A special collaboration brings together the manga Akatsuki no Yona and Kumamoto's Joraku Brewery, creating a unique strawberry liqueur infused with music from the anime soundtrack during production.
The beloved annual event moves to fall season for the first time, featuring 20 breweries from across Japan and exciting special events at Gallery Mall Solamo.
Six sake breweries from Koriyama will unite at the SAKEまつり event at Koriyama View Hotel Annex on Thursday, November 6, 2025, offering rare seasonal hiyaoroshi and premium sake tastings.
A new urban sake brewery combining a shared brewing facility and a pub where visitors can watch sake-making opens in Osaka Umeda on November 1, 2025. The facility features fresh sake on tap and evening brewing sessions visible through glass.
A new autumn wagashi dessert inspired by starry skies and the full moon will be available at The CHOYA Ginza BAR from October 6 to December 17, 2025.
A special sake tasting event featuring 21 breweries offering free tastings will be held at AZLM TOBU Ikebukuro Store, directly connected to Ikebukuro Station, from September 28th across 5 different dates.
KURAND's online sake shop opens a limited-time pop-up store at Narita Airport Terminal 1, featuring their viral "Sake Gacha" random sake selection experience from September 27 to October 27, 2025.
A historic collaboration between Tokyo's 450-year-old incense house Nippon Kodo and Fukushima's renowned Miyaizumi Meijo brewery brings forth "AKIGASUMI," a sake that evolves in aroma like a fine fragrance. Limited to 300 bottles.
A new limited edition blended whisky created jointly by Nikka Whisky's former and current chief blenders, featuring rare aged malt whiskies from multiple distilleries including Miyagikyo, Ben Nevis, and Yoichi.
Suntory releases special zodiac-themed products featuring the upcoming Year of the Horse design, including whisky and beer products scheduled for November release
A special collaboration event between NIPPONIA HOTEL Nara Naramachi and Nara Toyozawa Brewery will be held on October 5, 2025, celebrating UNESCO recognition of traditional sake brewing techniques.
A unique art exhibition combining traditional sake culture with contemporary art opens in Shibuya. Tamanohikari Sake Brewery presents the 350×PROJECT ART EXHIBITION featuring international artists and sake tasting in a creative space.
A unique craft sake featuring four native Japanese plants will launch nationwide on September 2, 2025. The product represents a collaboration between Akita brewery Ine to Agave and the Japan Flora Research Institute.
A new beer experience center featuring Japan's legendary Sorachi Ace hop has opened at New Chitose Airport, offering travelers unique craft beer in both glass and souvenir aluminum cup formats.
KURAND launches a special collaboration mead tasting set featuring three varieties of honey wine inspired by the popular manga Moyasimon, available for purchase starting August 28th.
Yokohama's beloved autumn tradition returns this September. The Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza will host Yokohama Oktoberfest 2025 for 18 days from September 26 to October 13, featuring authentic German beers, traditional food, and live entertainment in a recreation of Munich's famous festival atmosphere.
Summary Shimbashi (Shinbashi) is a bustling district easily reached from major hubs like Tokyo Station. For Japanese locals, Shimbashi is synonymous with salarymen culture, featuring numerous izakayas and restaurants where office workers unwind after a day's work. This time, I went bar hopping alone in Shimbashi, and I will share the izakaya shops that open […]
Discover the best izakayas in Fukuoka, from traditional ramen-focused establishments to fresh seafood specialists. This guide covers 15 must-visit spots where locals and tourists alike enjoy authentic Japanese pub culture with regional specialties.
On this page, we introduce a selection of spots where you can learn about Hokkaido’s history and culture, as well as spots with spectacular views of Hokkaido’s natural beauty! We also feature spots where you can learn about the history of the famous Sapporo Beer, the Ainu culture, Hokkaido’s indigenous people, and the only museum […]
Summary This time I went bar hopping in Okayama and enjoyed local sake and food of Okayama! There are many izakaya near Okayama Station. Okayama prefecture is renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and stunning natural scenery. Famous for producing high-quality fruits like peaches and grapes, it’s a perfect spot for sightseeing. Enjoy an […]
Summary This time, I went bar hopping in Omiya, Saitama Prefecture. It had been a while since my last visit to Omiya, so I was excited to explore the area again. Omiya Station is a major transportation hub with 12 lines passing through, surrounded by shopping malls and dining options, it offers convenience for visitors. […]
Summary A 2-day/1-night solo trip to Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture and the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route in Toyama Prefecture. Here is the plan for day 1…On day 1, we went sightseeing in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture. Omachi City is located in the northwestern part of Nagano and is famous as the gateway to the Nagano […]
Miyajima (also known as Itsukushima) is a small island in the Seto Inland Sea. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Seto Inland Sea area, visited by many tourists for its World Heritage Site Itsukushima Shrine, abundant nature, and exquisite cuisine. Here are 10 sightseeing spots that you should visit when […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for October in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
Summary This time, I went izakaya bar hopping in Yurakucho and Shimbashi (Shinbashi), where a drinking alley sprawls beneath the JR train tracks between them. These areas are said to be the districts of Tokyo’s salarymen! I liked the atmosphere, enjoyed drinking while hearing the sound of the train! Please refer to this page, and […]
Summary This time, my friend and I visited Shinagawa for exploring its unique charm! Shinagawa is a bustling transportation hub with easy access to major train lines and the Shinkansen. This was our first time hanging out in Shinagawa, as we usually only come here for transferring to the Shinkansen. Shinagawa offers a blend of […]
Summary This time, I went bar hopping in the bustling shopping district of Asagaya! It was my first visit to Asagaya, and I found it to be a very comfortable area that made me want to live there! Starting my hopping journey with my favorite fried food and ending with my beloved Japanese Sake is […]
Summary This time, I went bar hopping in Shibuya, a bustling district filled with numerous restaurants! Despite the chilly weather on that day, enjoying hot oden warmed me up and added to the fun of my hopping journey. I hope this page serves as a valuable reference for your trip✨ *Please note that information and […]
Summary This time, I went izakaya bar hopping alone in Ebisu. Ebisu is a popular area known for its stylish vibes and abundance of bars around the station, making it the perfect destination for enjoying drinks! Whether it’s a date, girls’ night out, or any other occasion, Ebisu has something for everyone. I hope this […]
Summary This time, I went to Hoppy Street in Asakusa and enjoyed bar hopping alone! Hoppy street is lined with a lot of retro izakaya shops with Showa era vibes, had so much fun of drinking from the midday! I was very happy to be able to enjoy a glass of Denki Bran, a famous […]
Summary Oimachi, Tokyo, is a lively town only one stop away from Shinagawa Station. Famous for its easy accessibility, Oimachi is lined with various izakayas (Japanese-style pubs) where you can enjoy a bar crawl, and has an atmosphere that blends the traditional with the modern. It is a convenient town with easy access to popular […]
Summary This time, a one-day trip to “Ohmicho Ichiba” and “Higashi Chaya-gai,” which are essential when it comes to sightseeing in Kanazawa! Enjoy fresh seafood unique to Hokuriku and Kanazawa oden for the first time.Both “Higashi Chaya-gai” and “Kazuemachi Chaya-gai” where I strolled around in kimono had a very nice atmosphere ✨ Please refer to […]
Summary This time, three girls stayed at the newly opened “FAV HOTEL Kumamoto” in Kumamoto.We ate a lot of delicious food and had a girls’ night out.This is a hotel where you can have a wonderful time with family, friends, and of course couples! We also introduce some fashionable spots in Kumamoto. *Please note that […]
Summary This time, a day trip to Shinanomachi in Nagano Prefecture to enjoy local cuisine and nature! Shinanomachi can be reached by train from Tokyo in 2 hours and 20 minutes, so it can be enjoyed as a day trip ✨ The water, vegetables, and rice are delicious, and most importantly, the air is delicious! […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in June in Tokyo for those who are interested in such things! *The events introduced […]
Summary This time, we took a walk around a sake brewery on Hiroshima’s Saijo Street.The Sake Brewery Street actually has a lot to offer not only to drinkers but also to non-drinkers ✨ On this trip, we will introduce you to spots recommended by locals! All of these spots are within walking distance from each […]
Summary This time, my friends and I went to Nishi-Nippori for a one-night stay at a hotel called FAV TOKYO Nishi-Nippori and explored the surrounding spots!After enjoying the wine-focused standing bar, Yanaka Ginza food stroll, and art gallery, enjoy a delicious craft beer at the brewery✨. It was a fun girls’ hotel stay at the […]
Summary We had a hagi-zake at a place called “Ekinishi,” a collection of standing bars located just outside of Hiroshima Station.I hear that many restaurants are open early in the day, so you can drink at your leisure!Please use it as a reference when choosing a restaurant. *Please note that information and prices listed are […]
Summary 東京の中心部にある新宿は、モダンな雰囲気と文化的な魅力を持つ活気あふれるエリア。 新宿御苑や歌舞伎町など有名観光地があり、観光客にとって必見の場所です！ 今回は新宿西口にある思い出横丁で昼から1人ではしご酒！ 昼から営業しているお店は多くありませんが、実は朝から営業しているお店があるんです。今回は３軒のお店を回ったのでぜひ参考にしてくださいね✨ *Please note that the information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary Omoide Yokocho, Shinjuku (新宿 思い出横丁) Izakaya area at the west exit of Shinjuku Station This area originated as a black market d
Summary This time, we went to Omotecho Shopping Street, a 6-minute bus ride from Okayama Station.We enjoyed both Japanese and Chinese food, and it was a very enjoyable barhopping experience! Please take a look at it to help you choose a restaurant. *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary […]
Summary This time, we went on a tour of famous tourist spots in the Miyoshi and Shobara areas of Hiroshima Prefecture by car.Delicious sake souvenirs, great views…it was a fulfilling day. Please refer to this page! *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary 9:00am Miyoshi Station（三次駅） This trip starts […]
Summary This trip took us to Saijo, Hiroshima Prefecture! This place is famous for its sake breweries.sake brewry offers a set of tastings so you can find your favorite sake ✨ This time, we tasted 15 kinds of sake in one day… A must-see Hiroshima travel plan for sake lovers.Please refer to this page! *Please […]
Tokyo’s streets are dotted with lively yokochoes (Alleyways). Yokocho is a narrow alley with a unique atmosphere. Many of them have existed for a long time and offer a retro atmosphere. Yokocho is lined with small restaurants such as izakaya (Japanese style pubs), serving beer, sake, and Japanese food. Each store is small, and customers […]
Summary This time, we visited three restaurants in Shimonoseki, located in the western part of Yamaguchi Prefecture, to enjoy delicious seafood and local sake.From Shimonoseki’s famous puffer fish and whale to oysters and sea urchins! I’ve been eating all kinds of fresh and delicious seafood dishes!Accompanying the dishes are Shimonoseki sake and craft beer! They […]
Summary Nicknamed “Okayama, Land of Sunshine,” Okayama Prefecture is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation. Kojima, which we visited this time, is a small town located in the southern part of Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture. We will introduce sightseeing in Kojima where you can enjoy mountains, ocean, gourmet food, and […]
Summary Ueno, Tokyo, is a vibrant district known for its cultural attractions and beautiful park. Easily accessible from major train stations, it offers a mix of museums, Ueno Zoo, and the iconic cherry blossoms in Ueno Park. Explore diverse cuisines and the bustling Ameyoko shopping street for a delightful taste of Tokyo’s charm! This time, […]
Summary This time, I went bar hopping alone in Oji, located in Kita-ku, a northern part of Tokyo. It is an area located right next to Saitama Prefecture. I enjoyed drinking from noon. There were many delicious yet inexpensive bars around the area, and additionally, some are open from the morning, so I’m sure that […]
Summary This time, I went on a solo trip to Obihiro city, Tokachi area in Hokkaido! Known for their agricultural richness and delectable food specialties, Tokachi area is often referred to as the “breadbasket of Hokkaido” due to its diverse crops. Obihiro city is renowned for its delicious local dishes such as butadon (pork bowl) […]
Summary This time, I went to Ningyocho, a traditional old town area, for solo bar hopping! The total bill for the two shops was 4,350 yen and both izakayas are very close to the station and are very affordable! The yakiton (grilled pork on skewers) and other pork horumon (offal) were just too good✨ *Please […]
Summary I went bar hopping alone in Nakameguro! Known for its wide variety of gourmet and fashion shops, Nakameguro is a modern yet comfortable area. This time, I decided to pick up an Okinawan izakaya in Nakameguro to experience a taste of Okinawa in central Tokyo since I love Okinawa (Japan’s southernmost prefecture), but haven’t […]
Summary During my solo trip to Setouchi region, coastal areas located western Japan, I went bar hopping in Imabari, Ehime to enjoy some drink✨ I visited 2 izakaya shops and then finished off with eating Imabari local ramen! I am so satisfied with enjoying local food! Look at my solo bar hopping journey, and I […]
Summary During my stay in the Setouchi region, I went bar hopping alone in Onomichi City, Hiroshima! Since my hotel was conveniently located near the station, all the shops I visited were also near the station. Because I had been cycling and felt tired, indulging in tasty food and drinks was very enjoyable! Onomichi City […]
Summary This time, my friend and I visited Ryogoku, the city of sumo wrestlers, which has been attracting a lot of attention and gaining popularity recently. We stayed at the newly opened hotel called FAV TOKYO RYOGOKU and explored around the hotel area! Please take a look at it for your reference✨ *Please note that […]
Summary This time, my friend and I went bar hopping in Koenji from noon time! All the three shops we visited were delicious and highly recommended! Koenji is popular as a gathering place for subculture lovers. Koenji has more bars than we expected and there are still many places we are interested in, so we […]
Summary Jujo Station is located next to Akabane Station, but it’s not as widely recognized compared to Akabane. Despite this, it offers excellent transportation accessibility and exudes a cozy, old-town charm. This time, I went to Jujo for bar hopping alone! There are so many shops nearby station where you can enojoy dirnking while experience […]
Summary This time, I went to Nakano and enjoyed bar hopping alone for the first time in my life! Nakano is an area rich in entertainment spots, especially famous for Nakano Broadway, a mecca for anime and manga culture lovers, attracting many locals and foreigners. Additionally, there are plenty of restaurants and bars open until […]
Summary This time, my friend and I visited Mikan Shimokita, a newly opened commercial facility in Shimokitazawa in 2022. We enjoyed exploring the inside of the new building and strolling through the streets, visiting the shops along the way. Shimokitazawa is a stylish neighborhood known for its eclectic vibes, bustling streets filled with fashion and […]
Summary This time, my friend and I explored Kinshicho, an area near Tokyo Skytree. We enjoyed bar-hopping to three izakayas offering seafood, skewers, fried dishes and so on! All of the shops we visited are located near the station and offer delicious and inexpensive options, making it perfect for bar hopping! Please take a look […]
Summary Kameido, located in eastern Tokyo, 10 min away from Akihabara station by train, is renowned for its beautiful Kameido Tenjin Shrine, famous for its stunning wisteria flowers blooming in spring. Kameido is Tokyo’s oldtown having many shopping streets around station, where you’ll find shops offering local taste like gyoza (dumplings) and offal. This time, […]
Summary Ikebukuro, one of Tokyo’s three subcenters alongside Shinjuku and Shibuya, is a vibrant commercial and entertainment district renowned for its bustling hub offering nightlife, shopping centers, and cultural attractions! This time, I went bar hopping in Ikebukuro starting from noon since many shops are open during the daytime! Check out this page for some […]
Summary Harmonica Yokocho, in the fashionable town of Kichijoji, is a charming alleyway with traditional izakayas, just a short walk from Kichijoji Station. It’s a lively spot, popular among locals and visitors, offering both stylish and retro-style bars. With narrow lanes and a cozy atmosphere, it’s perfect for exploring Japanese nightlife and enjoying local dishes […]
Summary Kita Senju, located in northern Tokyo, is easily accessible from Tokyo Station via the JR Joban Line and the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, making it convenient for travelers to explore. While not as well-known as other areas, Kita Senju boasts charming local markets, offering a glimpse into everyday Japanese life. One unique feature is […]
Summary Yokohama is famous for its Chinatown, a vibrant hub where Chinese restaurants abound. If you’re craving Chinese cuisine, Yokohama Chinatown is the place to go! This time, I went to Chinatown and had a bar hopping! Even though it was the same Chinese food, the dishes and flavors vary by region. It was so […]
Summary This time, my friend and I went bar Hopping together! We visited Tateishi, known for its retro Showa-era neighborhoods like Drinking Alley and Nakamise Shopping Street, making it one of the most unique places we’ve ever been to! Going bar hopping alone is enjoyable, but it’s even more fun when done with friends! We […]
Summary This time, I went izakaya hopping in Akabane, the mecca for bar hopping, and visited three shops. I enjoyed shochu, a traditional Japanese distilled spirit, and delightful food! ✨ Shochu is one of my favorites that I drink all the time, but I never knew there were so many ways to enjoy it – […]
Summary This time, I visited Shin-Okubo, Japan’s Korean town! My stomach is satisfied with a lot of delicious food, sweets, and cheese✨ There are numerous delicious restaurants in Shin-Okubo, making it tough to decide where to go. But, here, I will introduce some recommendations that you will undoubtedly enjoy, so please take a look at […]
Summary Take a train at Tokyo Station, and in just over 30 minutes, you’ll arrive at Noge, a perfect destination for izakaya hopping! Noge in Yokohama, Kanagawa, is famous for its lively izakayas and charming retro-style streets, offering a unique and nostalgic experience with traditional Japanese dishes and diverse drink selections. This time, I explored […]
Summary Nestled in northern Tokyo, Akabane welcomes visitors with its excellent transport links, including JR and subway connections, ensuring easy access for exploring the city. The area is renowned for its vibrant shopping streets, diverse culinary scene, and a local atmosphere that provides a distinctive Tokyo experience, offering a unique blend of tradition and modernity! […]
Summary Itoman-shi, which we visited this time, is located in the southern part of Okinawa and is attractive for its beautiful beaches and historical sites! It is popular among tourists as an area where local culture and nature can be fully enjoyed.We stayed at the Southern Beach Hotel & Resort Okinawa, a one-minute walk from […]
We spent a full day exploring three of Shibuya's most popular commercial facilities – Shibuya Scramble Square, Shibuya PARCO, and Miyashita Park. We discovered a different side of Shibuya beyond the famous crossing, enjoying lunch, shopping, and even some afternoon drinks. Follow our day plan to get the most out of these three spots.
Summary Oarai, located in Ibaraki is a coastal town known for its scenic beaches, fresh seafood, and the iconic Oarai Isosaki Shrine. With its tranquil atmosphere, visitors can enjoy seaside strolls, explore the local fish market, and experience the cultural charm of this beautiful coastal destination! This time, my friend and I decided to visit […]
Kawagoe in Saitama Prefecture is one of the easiest day trips from Tokyo, just 30 minutes by train. Known as Little Edo for its preserved warehouse district and Toki no Kane bell tower, the town is packed with sweet potato treats, traditional candy shops, a famous shrine for matchmaking, and local sake tasting spots. Here is our full-day itinerary covering the highlights.
Yanesen, a combination of three neighborhoods (Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi), is one of Tokyo's best-preserved old town areas. With quiet temple lanes, Nezu Shrine's tunnel of torii gates, the retro Yanaka Ginza shopping street, and hands-on experiences like Maneki-neko painting, a half-day stroll through Yanesen feels like stepping into a slower, older side of Tokyo.
Summary I have the desire to explore a part of Tokyo I haven’t discovered yet, so me and my friend took a stroll in the old town area! We hope this page will be useful for your trip planning:) *Please not that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary 12:50pm Asakusa Station […]
Chichibu and Nagatoro in Saitama are just an hour from central Tokyo by limited express. From riverside rock formations and river boat rides to handmade soba, shrines with centuries of history, and seasonal flowers, this area packs a surprising amount into a single day trip. Here's our firsthand itinerary covering both towns.
Summary This time, we went out to Ryogoku, the city of sumo wrestlers ✨! As we stepped out of the station, witnessing sumo wrestlers casually strolling about made it feel like stepping into a different world 🎶. For more details, please check this page! *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. […]
Summary I came all the way to Hiroshima 🚅. This time, we went to a place called Fukuyama in Hiroshima! I was happy to see the famous restaurants where locals gather and the snacks that can only be found in Fukuyama 😌✨. And of course, okonomiyaki! LOL *Please note that information and prices listed are […]
Summary This time, I went to Gotanda to have a drink at ❣️2. All the restaurants are very cosy and have a wide variety of food menus as well as alcohol menus! I had a hard time deciding what to order, but I just ordered what I wanted to eat as per my desire 😆! […]
Summary This time, two girls went to Monzennakacho to have a drink! We went to 3 restaurants and all of them are close to the station and the food and drinks are too good! Please take a look at our selection of stores 🤍. *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. […]
Summary This time, I had a solo hashigo-zake in Takadanobaba 🥰. It was my first time drinking alone, and I went to three different restaurants! My impression of Takadanobaba is that it is a town where men and women of all ages gather and everyone seems to be having a good time! All three restaurants […]