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Looking for a brewery outing without an admission charge? The Shisui New Sake Festival (酒々井新酒祭2026) takes place at Iinuma Honke (飯沼本家) in Chiba on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Three local producers will bring their new releases, alongside food stalls, traditional music and brewery tours.
Entry is free, but sake is not. Drinks are exchanged for tickets. An advance booklet costs ¥1,700 including tax and comes with a voucher for a small sake cup; the on-site booklet costs ¥2,000 including tax. Plan to arrive by public transport: there is no parking or shuttle bus.
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Date, venue and admission
| Date | Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. |
| Venue | Iinuma Honke |
| Address | 106 Mabashi, Shisui-machi, Inba-gun, Chiba, Japan |
| Admission | Free. Alcoholic drinks require tickets; there is no complimentary sake service. |
| Organizer | Iinuma Honke Co., Ltd. (株式会社飯沼本家) |
| Co-organizer | Shisui Suisui Club (酒々井すいすい倶楽部) |
| Support | Supported by Shisui Town, with cooperation from East Japan Railway Company, Chiba Business Headquarters. |
The festival combines drinks with food, performances and a lawn area where visitors can relax. Check the official festival website for updates before travelling.
How the drink tickets work
The advance purchase is an exchange voucher, rather than the paper tickets you hand over for drinks. On the day, take it to the venue entrance to collect your paper ticket booklet and sake cup.
| Option | Price, including tax | What is included |
|---|---|---|
| Advance exchange voucher | ¥1,700 | Ten ¥200 tickets, plus a sake-cup gift voucher |
| On-site booklet | ¥2,000 | Ten ¥200 tickets |
Advance sales open on October 27, 2026, exclusively through the JRE MALL Ticket Chiba Business Headquarters store. The announcement does not specify a sales deadline; check the ticket page for the current purchase conditions.
Participating producers and limited sake
The standing-only drinks area brings together sake and wine from three nearby producers. Sake from elsewhere in Japan will also be available.
| Producer | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Iinuma Honke | Kinoene (甲子), the host brewery’s sake label from Shisui |
| Nabedana (鍋店) | Jinyu (仁勇), from Kozaki |
| SAWA WINES | Wine from the Yachimata winery established in 2021 |
In the Kinoene area, a festival-exclusive junmai daiginjo will be sold for ¥2,500 per bottle including tax, with 1,000 bottles announced. This area will also offer a special amazake giveaway and prepared dishes from Kinoene Omoya (きのえねomoya).
Food stalls and brewery tours
There is more to the visit than tasting sake. The food area covers hearty dishes, lighter snacks and sweets, while pottery and Shisui souvenirs are also listed.
| Food options | Announced selection |
|---|---|
| Meals | Chinese dishes, pizza, bento boxes, prepared dishes, yakisoba and red-bean rice |
| Savory snacks | Offal stew, potatoes, hot dogs and Japanese fried chicken |
| Bakery and sweets | Bread, muffins and crêpes |
| Other options | Japanese mountain yam and assorted drinks |
Brewery tours are free and first come, first served. Tour times and details will be provided at the venue. The lawn will also be open as a place to relax with the family.
If you are comparing this outing with a separate attraction visit, our Asoview campaign guide is another planning resource. Check its applicable dates and conditions independently; it is not a ticket offer for this festival.
Live music schedule
The stage programme features taiko drumming, Tsugaru shamisen and the local junior high school’s wind band. Performers return in the afternoon, so the morning is not the only chance to catch the music.
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Shinto ceremony and opening ceremony |
| 9:30 a.m. | Taiko and kagura ensemble Kohaku (和太鼓・神楽奏衆 鼓珀) |
| 10:00 a.m. | Shisui Junior High School Wind Band (酒々井中学校吹奏楽部) |
| 10:30 a.m. | Tsugaru shamisen: Masakatsu (雅勝) |
| 12:30 p.m. | Remarks |
| 12:45 p.m. | Taiko and kagura ensemble Kohaku |
| 1:15 p.m. | Shisui Junior High School Wind Band |
| 1:45 p.m. | Tsugaru shamisen: Masakatsu |
Getting there and accessibility
Minami-Shisui Station is the walking option listed by the organizer. The other two stations below require a taxi journey.
| Station | Line | To the venue |
|---|---|---|
| Minami-Shisui (南酒々井駅) | JR Sobu Main Line | About 10 minutes on foot |
| Shisui (酒々井駅) | JR Narita Line | About 8 minutes by taxi |
| Keisei-Shisui (京成酒々井駅) | Keisei Main Line | About 10 minutes by taxi |
On the festival day only, Limited Express Shiosai services 1, 3, 5, 8, 10 and 12 will make additional stops at Minami-Shisui. Departure times are not included in the announcement, so confirm your train before setting out.
- No parking or shuttle bus: use public transport.
- No drinking if you will drive later that day. Alcohol is also prohibited for anyone under 20.
- Steps restrict access: some areas may be difficult or inaccessible with a stroller or wheelchair.
- Watch for working vehicles: forklifts may pass through while equipment is moved.
For practical day-out preparation, see our guide to d VALUE PASS and ChargeSPOT rentals if phone charging is a concern. The festival announcement does not confirm charging facilities at the venue.
Planning other cultural outings as well? Our Ghibli Park Exhibition guide covers a separate exhibition itinerary; check the relevant venue and dates before making plans.
Frequently asked questions
- Is admission free?
- Yes. Entry is free, but alcoholic drinks require tickets. There is no complimentary sake service.
- What does the ¥1,700 advance voucher include?
- It includes ten ¥200 tickets and a sake-cup gift voucher. Exchange the advance voucher at the venue entrance on the day for the paper tickets and cup.
- Does one ticket cover one drink?
- Not necessarily. The number of tickets required varies by drink.
- Can I visit without drinking alcohol?
- Yes. The programme also includes food stalls, live music, a lawn area and free brewery tours. Tours are first come, first served; check the on-site information for times.
- Is there parking or a shuttle bus?
- No. The organizer asks visitors to use public transport. Minami-Shisui Station is about a 10-minute walk from the venue.
Before buying, read the ticket-page conditions and visitor guidance, especially if you need step-free access or want to confirm the advance-sales deadline.
Check ticket availability and conditionsSource: Iinuma Honke’s announcement published October 27, 2026.
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