{"id":108616,"date":"2026-01-19T14:44:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T05:44:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/home.ueno.kokosil.net\/archives\/108616"},"modified":"2026-01-19T15:04:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T06:04:26","slug":"%e6%97%a5%e6%9c%ac%e6%9c%80%e5%a4%a7%e7%b4%9a%ef%bc%81%e9%85%92%e5%b1%8b%e3%81%ae%e7%a5%ad%e5%85%b8%e3%80%8e%e9%85%92%e5%b1%8b%e8%a7%92%e6%89%93%e3%81%a1%e3%83%95%e3%82%a7%e3%82%b9%e3%80%8f%e3%81%ae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/home.ueno.kokosil.net\/en\/archives\/108616","title":{"rendered":"Japan’s largest sake shop festival, “Sakaya Kakuuchi Festival”"},"content":{"rendered":"

A liquor store festival where you can enjoy "alcohol, food, and entertainment" all at once<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Sakaya Kakuuchi Festival (commonly known as Kakufes) is an event where historic liquor stores come together to enjoy drinks in the "kakuuchi" style.
\n There are over 300 types of alcohol carefully selected by alcohol professionals. In addition to enjoying a wide variety of food, including dishes that go perfectly with alcohol, artists will perform on a special stage to liven up the venue.
\n There is also a "Sake Tasting Experience" where you can casually learn about the characteristics of sake, and a "Kakuuchi Sake Awards" where you can vote for sake carefully selected by liquor stores to determine the winner. Enjoy freely hopping around and drinking in an open space. <\/p>\n

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\u203bPrevious photo (Cheers with delicious drinks!)<\/p><\/div>\n

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*Photos from the previous event (Many visitors from overseas!)<\/p><\/div>\n

\u25a0Schedule<\/strong>
\n February 6th (Fri) to 8th (Sun), 2026 *Will proceed even if it rains, but will be cancelled if it is severe weather
\n Friday, June 6th, 11:00-19:00
\n 7th (Sat) 10:00-19:00
\n 8th (Sun) 10:00-19:00
\n *Last admission is 30 minutes before closing<\/p>\n

\u25a0Venue<\/strong>
\n Ueno Park, Takenodai Square (Fountain Square)<\/p>\n

\u25a0Nearest station<\/strong>
\n Right outside the Park Exit of JR Ueno Station
\n 5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Ueno Station and Keisei Main Line Keisei Ueno Station<\/p>\n

\u25a0Admission fee<\/strong>
\n 500 yen (includes sake tasting experience)
\n *Free admission for those under 20 years old, re-entry on the same day is permitted<\/p>\n

\u25a0Venue layout<\/strong>
\n [Alcohol] Sake Shop Corner Drinking Booth \/ Sake Tasting Corner \/ Tokyo Local Sake Concierge \/ Kakuuchi Sake Awards
\n [Food] Food court
\n [Entertainment] Artist Stages, etc.<\/p>\n

\u25a0 Number of stores<\/strong>
\n Liquor stores: 25 stores
\n (19 stores in Tokyo, 6 stores outside Tokyo: Hokkaido, Fukushima, Tochigi, Toyama, Ishikawa, Nagano)
\n Restaurants: 32 stores (24 tent booths, 8 food trucks)
\n Other: 3 PR booths<\/p>\n

\u25a0Organizer<\/strong>
\n Tokyo Retail Liquor Dealers Association, Tokyo Liquor Dealers Cooperative Association, TOKYO Sakaya Spirit Executive Committee<\/p>\n

\u25a0Sponsor<\/strong>
\n Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau, Taito Ward<\/p>\n

\u25a0 Cooperation<\/strong>
\n Ueno Liquor Industry Forum, Asakusa Liquor Dealers Association, Asakusa Liquor Dealers Cooperative, Tokyo Retail Liquor Dealers Association Youth Association<\/p>\n

\u25a0Official website<\/strong>
\n https:\/\/kakufes.com\/<\/a>
\n *Information as of January 2026.<\/strong>
\n For the latest information, please check the official website of the Sakaya Kakuuchi Festival.<\/p>\n

\u25a0Official SNS<\/strong>
\n X (old Twitter)<\/a>
\n Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2606Recommended points\u2606<\/strong><\/span> <\/h2>\n

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Over 300 types of carefully selected alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n

There will be 25 stores, mainly liquor stores in Tokyo. In addition to selling sake, shochu, wine, craft beer, and more by the glass, some stores also sell merchandise. Enjoy the proud alcoholic beverages of each liquor store to your heart's content. <\/p>\n

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Free sake tasting experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

A sake tasting corner will be set up, open to all visitors over the age of 20, free of charge. You can casually experience the difference between Junmai sake and Honjozo sake. Come experience the profound depth of sake! <\/p>\n

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Tokyo Local Sake Concierge<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a "sake matching service" by sake breweries from all over Tokyo. In addition to introducing the appeal of Tokyo's local sake, we will also suggest sake that suits the visitor's tastes. We hope you enjoy "new encounters with sake."
\n *The sake concierge service is available for 300 yen per visit. <\/p>\n

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Kakuuchi Sake Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a participatory award where participants taste carefully selected drinks by liquor stores and vote for the one that most appeals to them.
\n <Voting period> February 6, 2026 (Friday) 11:00 to February 7, 2026 (Saturday) 19:00
\n Awards ceremony date: Sunday, February 8, 2026, 10:00 AM <\/p>\n

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A huge collection of winter delicacies that will warm your body and soul<\/strong><\/p>\n

A record 32 restaurants will be gathering together! With the theme of "Warm Winter Gourmet," we have gathered dishes that make use of seasonal winter ingredients that will warm both the body and soul. Enjoy winter gourmet food along with delicious drinks. <\/p>\n

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Former class member Hiura Takanori<\/p><\/div>\n

Stage performances that liven up the venue<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can enjoy stage performances by artists. Special guests include DJ Dainoji<\/strong> , who spreads DJ entertainment to the world with his unique style, and Hiura Takanori, a former member of class, who<\/strong> is well-known for his signature song (Natsu no Hi no 1993).<\/p>\n

Advance ticket information<\/strong><\/span> <\/h2>\n

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If you are worried about crowds, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Two types of advance tickets are on sale.<\/p>\n

(1) Fastpass
\n By paying in advance, you can enter without waiting in line on the day.<\/p>\n

(2) Paid seats
\n You can relax and enjoy the event without worrying about finding a seat. *2-hour limit, admission fee and one drink included.<\/p>\n

Advance tickets can be purchased at PassMarket
\n Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n

[TOKYO Sakaya Tamashii Executive Committee] Press Release<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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