VERTERE in Okutama, Tokyo, will host OKUTAMA BEER FEST 2026 with free entry on October 31 and November 1, 2026. The two-day event will bring craft breweries from across Japan, local food vendors, and market stalls to the grounds of the VERTERE brewery.
The festival runs from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the venue opening at 10:45 a.m. Food service ends at 4:30 p.m., while beer service continues until 5:00 p.m. Around 200 seats will be available, along with a free area for guests bringing camping chairs or picnic sheets. The venue has no parking or bicycle parking, so public transport is recommended.
Participating breweries include Kyoto Brewing, Nara Brewing Co., TOTOPIA from Aichi, West Coast Brewing, and ZAKKOKU KOUBOU. Food and drink options include B-YARD, Mitake Holiday Gelato, Stand by Mekong, Tokyo Wasabi Ramen, Itsuki, Okuedo Suisan, and the REVIVE from VERTERE gin series. Guests arriving between 10:45 and 11:15 a.m. can also receive a limited OBF2026 tenugui while supplies last.
About OKUTAMA BEER FEST 2026
VERTERE Craft Beer in Okutama
VERTERE is a craft beer maker based in westernmost Tokyo, with more than 200 beer styles produced to date. Its Okutama taproom keeps 10 VERTERE beers on tap and attracts beer fans from across Japan.
Set in the mountain town of Okutama, the festival combines VERTERE beer with guest pours, food trucks, local products, and a small market. Menu availability may change depending on supplies and conditions on the day. Beer is available only to guests aged 20 or older, and alcohol cannot be served to anyone driving a car or bicycle.
Highlights
- Free admission with no ticket required.
- Guest breweries from Kyoto, Nara, Aichi, Shizuoka, and Saitama will join VERTERE.
- Food trucks and vendors will serve gelato, ramen, regional seafood, and other local dishes.
- The VERTERE Brewery and Bottle Shop will sell original merchandise and canned beer from guest breweries.
- A special shuttle bus will run between Okutama Station and the venue, with the timetable to be announced later.
- A Sagawa delivery service will be available for purchases and luggage, allowing guests to travel home more easily.
Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | OKUTAMA BEER FEST 2026 |
| Menu / items | VERTERE craft beer; Kyoto Brewing; Nara Brewing Co.; TOTOPIA; West Coast Brewing; ZAKKOKU KOUBOU; REVIVE from VERTERE gin; B-YARD; Mitake Holiday Gelato; Stand by Mekong; Tokyo Wasabi Ramen; Itsuki; Okuedo Suisan; Ome Farm; New Dagashiya Sanma; Okutama Tourism Association souvenirs |
| Period | October 31, 2026 (Sat) – November 1, 2026 (Sun), 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; venue opens at 10:45 a.m.; food service ends at 4:30 p.m.; beer service ends at 5:00 p.m. |
| Location | VERTERE brewery grounds, Okutama, Tokyo |
| Stores | VERTERE Brewery and Bottle Shop; guest brewery and food vendor booths |
| Address | 212-1099 Hikawa, Okutama, Tokyo |
| Price | Free admission; no ticket required. Food, drinks, and merchandise are paid separately at each booth. |
| Official website | Official website |
Before you buy
- How much does entry to OKUTAMA BEER FEST 2026 cost?
- Entry is free, and no ticket is required. Food, beer, and other purchases are paid for at the individual booths.
- Where is OKUTAMA BEER FEST 2026 held?
- The festival takes place at the VERTERE brewery grounds in Okutama, Tokyo. The site is about a 20-minute walk from Okutama Station, or a three-minute walk from the Hospital-mae bus stop.
- When can I receive the OBF2026 tenugui?
- Guests who arrive between 10:45 and 11:15 a.m. can receive the limited-design tenugui while supplies last.
