This summer, enjoy beer! Recommended beer festivals to visit across Japan, from Tokyo to Shizuoka

Summer Tips for a Slightly Tipsy Experience, Exploring Japan's Lifestyle Aesthetics Through Beer! Japan in summer is not just fireworks, shaved ice, and festivals, but also a series of summer events like beer festivals (ビールフェス) where people can chill while drinking!

This outdoor beer culture trend, inspired by European outdoor beer traditions, has now evolved in Japan into a lifestyle festival that combines food, music, and local特色. You can raise a glass and enjoy a slight intoxication in city parks, on beaches, old streets, or even historical sites, experiencing the depth of travel through drinking.

A special highlight in this introduction is the Izu Taga Marine Fireworks Festival and Beer Festival, which combines fireworks with a local beer market, aligning with Japan’s traditional Obon festival (お盆). This period is regarded as a time when ancestral spirits return, and many regions hold fireworks displays, not only for entertainment and tourism but also as a way to pray and give thanks. During these festivals, beer festivals provide a relaxed setting for families and friends to enjoy spectacular fireworks while welcoming and honoring ancestors. Drinking beer here is not just a sensory pleasure but also a deep emotional connection to land and family.

Next, we will organize a map of the most worth-visiting Japanese beer festivals in 2025 based on regions, so wherever you go, you'll always have a reason to raise a glass!

【Tokyo】Tokyo Tower BEER HOUR FEST 2025

• Location: Tokyo Tower outdoor special venue (South parking lot)

• Date: April 25, 2025 (Fri) to May 11, 2025 (Sun)

Want to toast under Tokyo Tower? BEER HOUR FEST is your summer choice. Craft beers from Japan, Belgium, Germany, and more gather here, paired with German sausages and exotic delicacies on-site. Sunshine, grass, and a slight buzz—experience it all! The event offers more than just drinks; it features a Japan-Germany friendly cultural exhibition, blending food, diplomacy, and urban charm in an outdoor festival.

【Shizuoka】Izu Taga Marine Fireworks Festival and Beer Festival

• Location: Taga Bay

• Date: August 12, 2025 (Tue)

This event on the coast of Izu, Shizuoka, is the most anticipated local beer festival of summer. You can enjoy local craft beers while feeling the sea breeze, complemented by seafood and delicacies straight from the fishing port. At night, fireworks light up the sky, with the highlight being the "Red Niagara Falls" fireworks, cascading from the coast like a waterfall of light, creating a perfect blend of sightseeing and sensory experience.

【Yokohama】Belgian Beer Weekend Series - Yokohama

• Location: Yamashita Park

• Date: May 8, 2025 (Thu) to May 11, 2025 (Sun) *Held rain or shine (canceled in case of severe weather)

The Belgian Beer Weekend is a classic European event, with Yokohama's edition being the largest, featuring over 96 varieties of Belgian craft beers. The venue offers authentic foods like fries and beef stew, with live music performances by domestic and international artists. Set against vintage red brick buildings and harbor scenery, it’s the most beautiful tipsy experience in Yokohama.

【Fukuoka】Belgian Beer Weekend Series - Fukuoka

• Location: Fukuoka City Hall West Side Fureai Plaza

• Date: May 14, 2025 (Wed) to May 18, 2025 (Sun) *Held rain or shine (canceled in case of severe weather)

Fukuoka’s edition offers a more relaxed city oasis vibe, allowing you to enjoy drinks and relax amidst greenery. The event features a selection of Belgian beers, paired with fries, beef stew, and gourmet dishes from luxury hotels like WITH THE STYLE FUKUOKA. After work or on holidays, bring friends for a chill experience with music, drinks, and breeze—an instant European festival vibe.

【Osaka】Belgian Beer Weekend Series - Osaka

• Location: Nakanoshima Park (in front of Osaka City Central Public Hall)

• Date: May 21, 2025 (Wed) to May 25, 2025 (Sun) *Held rain or shine (canceled in case of severe weather)

The Belgian Beer Weekend in Osaka is located along the riverbank of Nakanoshima Park, perfect for leisurely drinking during the day and enjoying the reflections of lights on the river at night. It offers a variety of Belgian beers and foods. The atmosphere is very chill, suitable for dates or solo relaxation at a beer party.

Drinking beer is more than just drinking! These beer festival activities are not only refreshing city escapes but also reflect Japan's ability to integrate "food, culture, and local tourism." Whether you are a tourist or a local traveler, you can find a lifestyle rhythm in these events—slower, more relaxed, and just enjoy a good drink!