Sakura Brewery to Join Sendai Craft Beer Festival 2026
Sakura Brewery, based in Kitakami, Iwate, will take part in Sendai Craft Beer Festival 2026, held from August 14 to 16 at Kōtōdai Park Ikoi no Hiroba in Sendai. The brewery says it will bring seven beers, including last year’s most popular Earl Gray Pale Ale.
Hop BroBig summer beer news: Sakura Brewery is coming to Sendai Craft Beer Festival 2026. The brewery from Kitakami, Iwate is back again this year.
MugiWhat! Sendai summer fest is getting them again? Just hearing craft beer festival already makes my throat feel impatient!
Hop BroIt runs August 14 to 16 at Kotodai Park Ikoi no Hiroba in Sendai. It is open until 9 p.m. on the 14th and 15th, until 8 p.m. on the 16th, and admission is free.
MugiFree entry is dangerous! That free admission comfort makes me feel responsible right before I spend everything on beer!
Hop BroThey plan to bring seven beers total. And one of them will be served only at a set time, so if you relax too much, it vanishes like a mirage.
MugiNo way! A timed-only pour sounds like a rare character encounter. If I miss it, I am taking that personally.
Hop BroThe headliner is Earl Gray Pale Ale. It is a pale ale brewed with tea, and the big draw is that bright, bergamot-like aroma.
MugiOkay but what is pale ale? The name sounds less like beer and more like a very elegant person.
Hop BroPut simply, it is an ale for aroma. The fragrance usually stands out more than in lager, and Sakura Brewery is good at British-style brewing, so the tea pairing makes total sense.
MugiBritish-style brewing suddenly makes this feel extra classy! That proper pub energy plus a tea beer is almost unfair.
Hop BroThey are also a Kitakami local brewery. Since 2015 they have made beers like Sakura Ale and Hayama Lager with local water, so if seven show up in one place, I seriously want to be there drinking.
MugiThen it is officially a Sendai toast mission. We grab Earl Gray Pale Ale first, chase the timed pour after that, and drink our way through summer!
Event Details
According to Sakura Brewery’s Instagram post, the brewery will once again join Sendai Craft Beer Festival 2026. The event runs from August 14 to 16, 2026 at Kōtōdai Park Ikoi no Hiroba in Sendai. Opening hours are 11:00 to 21:00 on August 14 and 15, and until 20:00 on August 16. Admission is free.
What Sakura Brewery Plans to Pour
The post highlights Earl Gray Pale Ale, described as the brewery’s most popular beer last year, as one of the beers it will bring this time. Sakura Brewery also says it plans to serve a total of seven beers, with one beer available only during a limited time window. The full lineup has not been revealed yet, which leaves room for festival-goers to discover the selection on site.
About Sakura Brewery
Sakura Brewery is a craft brewery in Kitakami, Iwate, and began production in 2015. On its official website, the brewery says its beers are shaped by local ingredients and regional character, including beers inspired by Kitakami’s cherry blossoms and water from the area. It also features limited beers brewed in a British style by an English brewer, with more than 10 beers available at a time.
For beer fans heading to Sendai in mid-August, Sakura Brewery’s return adds another reason to stop by. The festival should offer a useful snapshot of how the brewery balances local identity, familiar styles, and limited releases.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBig summer beer news: Sakura Brewery is coming to Sendai Craft Beer Festival 2026. The brewery from Kitakami, Iwate is back again this year.
MugiWhat! Sendai summer fest is getting them again? Just hearing craft beer festival already makes my throat feel impatient!
Hop BroIt runs August 14 to 16 at Kotodai Park Ikoi no Hiroba in Sendai. It is open until 9 p.m. on the 14th and 15th, until 8 p.m. on the 16th, and admission is free.
MugiFree entry is dangerous! That free admission comfort makes me feel responsible right before I spend everything on beer!
Hop BroThey plan to bring seven beers total. And one of them will be served only at a set time, so if you relax too much, it vanishes like a mirage.
MugiNo way! A timed-only pour sounds like a rare character encounter. If I miss it, I am taking that personally.
Hop BroThe headliner is Earl Gray Pale Ale. It is a pale ale brewed with tea, and the big draw is that bright, bergamot-like aroma.
MugiOkay but what is pale ale? The name sounds less like beer and more like a very elegant person.
Hop BroPut simply, it is an ale for aroma. The fragrance usually stands out more than in lager, and Sakura Brewery is good at British-style brewing, so the tea pairing makes total sense.
MugiBritish-style brewing suddenly makes this feel extra classy! That proper pub energy plus a tea beer is almost unfair.
Hop BroThey are also a Kitakami local brewery. Since 2015 they have made beers like Sakura Ale and Hayama Lager with local water, so if seven show up in one place, I seriously want to be there drinking.
MugiThen it is officially a Sendai toast mission. We grab Earl Gray Pale Ale first, chase the timed pour after that, and drink our way through summer!
