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Sumida Autumn Sake Festival 2026: A Celebration of Local Brews

Mark your calendars for September 19-21, 2026, as the renowned local gourmet event, Furusato Gourmet Terrace - Sumida Autumn Sake Festival, takes place in Kinshi Park, Sumida Ward, Tokyo. Organized by Intern Inc., a Tokyo-based company led by CEO Hiroshi Hanzawa, this festival promises to be an unforgettable gathering for sake and food enthusiasts.

This year, a total of 33 breweries will participate, including 24 sake breweries and 9 traditional shochu and awamori makers from the Kanto region. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore 112 different sake selections from these breweries, showcasing the rich diversity of flavors and craftsmanship.

Special Mini-Talks with Ganso Bakushouou

Adding a special touch to the event, each day will feature mini-talks with Ganso Bakushouou, a famous writer and media producer from Akita Prefecture, known for his deep connection with local breweries and the sake industry. This talented host will share his insights and engage in lively discussions with the brewery representatives, highlighting the unique characteristics and stories behind each sake.

Mini-Talk Schedule

• - Dates: September 19-21, 2026
• - Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM each day

An Array of Participating Breweries

The list of breweries is impressive, with 33 total participating, including:

• - Sake Breweries:

- Iwate Meijo Co., Ltd. from Iwate
- Shiwa Sake Brewery from Iwate
- and many more from various prefectures like Akita, Yamagata, and Kyoto.

• - Shochu and Awamori Makers:

- Yamada Brewery (Oita)
- Tsutsumi Sake Brewery (Kumamoto)
- and others from Kumamoto and Kagoshima.

Special Attractions

In addition to the sake offerings, the event will feature a Sake Brewery Stamp Rally, where participants can earn exciting prizes by visiting different booths. The prizes include popular items such as sake cups and rare brewery merchandise, ensuring attendees leave with a piece of the experience.

Moreover, food lovers can indulge in a variety of regional dishes that pair perfectly with the featured drinks. From grilled Sanriku squid and sake-cooked Yamagata beef skewers to special gyoza and Okinawan pork dishes, there will be an abundance of mouthwatering gourmet options.

Event Overview

• - Organizer: Intern Inc.
• - Date: September 19-21, 2026
• - Location: Kinshi Park Friendship Square, Sumida, Tokyo
• - Admission: Free (Sake requires ticket purchase; food is cash-on-delivery)
• - Website: Furusato Gourmet Terrace

With a commitment to creating a vibrant community experience and promoting local culture, Intern Inc. aims to leave a lasting legacy for future generations. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration of sake and local gourmet food.