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KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest

KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest is a drink event held in Nara, Nara. No upcoming edition is confirmed.

Sake
This year's edition has ended
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A sake festival based in Nara, often cited as the birthplace of sake brewing; in 2026, 57 breweries took part (22 from Nara and 35 from elsewhere).

Dates

Dates
This year's edition has ended
Venue
Nara Prefectural Convention Center / Nara, Nara
Address
奈良県奈良市三条大路1-691-1
Admission and booking
Not confirmed. Please check the official site.
  • The 2026 edition ran May 29-31 (May 29 16:00-20:00, other days 11:00-17:00).

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Frequently asked questions

When is KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest?

This year's edition has ended

Where is KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest held?

It is held in Nara, Nara. Nara Prefectural Convention Center / 奈良県奈良市三条大路1-691-1

How much does KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest cost?

Not confirmed. Please check the official site.

Can minors or drivers take part?

The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. Do not drink if you are driving: use public transport or let a non-drinker drive. Venues may set their own age limits for entry, so check the official site.

Information sources

Information checked against official sources, such as the facility's website.

Checked 2026-10-27

Sources

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