Sakamichi Brewing joins the final day of the Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe craft beer festival
Sakamichi Brewing is taking part in the ongoing Craft Beer Fes in Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe 2026 Summer. On July 12, the final day runs until 7 p.m., with the brewery's flagship Shibasaki Session among the beers on offer.
Hop BroToday's hot topic is Sakamichi Brewing at the fest. They're pouring on the final day at the craft beer festival in Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe.
MugiWhat! Final day until 7 p.m. means we can still pull off a late-afternoon dash, right!?
Hop BroExactly. On Sunday, July 12, it's 11:00 to 19:00 in the exhibition hall, and it's an admission-free festival.
MugiNo way, they even have reserved table seating? That sounds less like a picnic and more like beer mission control!
Hop BroAnd the headliner is Shibasaki Session. It's Sakamichi Brewing's flagship from Tachikawa, with that easygoing session-ale vibe.
MugiHold on, session ale sounds like a band rehearsal. What does it actually mean!?
Hop BroBasically, 4.5% ABV means it's built to stay light on the palate so you can enjoy more than one.
MugiOkay, but 45 IBU sounds like beer is grading me on a report card!
Hop BroThat's the bitterness marker, and the star is Amarillo hops, which bring orange and grapefruit-like aromas.
MugiWait, now there's Kveik yeast too? This beer has officially entered wizard-school territory!
Hop BroIt's a yeast that adds character during fermentation, so the result is light but well-defined, and a perfect starting point for comparing other Tama breweries.
MugiThat's it, I want one now. I can already see us toasting with Shibasaki Session before making a full lap of the hall!
Hop BroThat's the right move. Tasting Tachikawa character in Hachioji makes me want to say let's grab a pint first.
Event Overview
Sakamichi Brewing is participating in the Craft Beer Fes in Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe 2026 Summer, held from July 10 to 12 at Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe in Hachioji. On the final day, July 12, the event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Admission is free, with some paid reserved table seating available.
A Brewery Shaped in Tachikawa
Sakamichi Brewing opened in Tachikawa in 2020 with the goal of serving good craft beer at approachable prices. The brewery added its own brewing facility in 2022, then opened a second location near Tachikawa Station's north exit in 2024. Its official site emphasizes craftsmanship, attention to process, and a commitment to brewing in western Tokyo with care.
The Featured Beer: Shibasaki Session
The beer highlighted for the festival is Shibasaki Session, the brewery's flagship beer named after Shibasaki-cho, the neighborhood where it is based. It features Amarillo hops, bringing orange and grapefruit aromas, while Kveik yeast adds character without sacrificing drinkability. At 4.5% ABV and 45 IBU, it is built to be hop-forward yet easy to drink.
Why Beer Fans May Care
Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe is about a 2-minute walk from Keio Hachioji Station and a 5-minute walk from JR Hachioji Station. Because the event brings together breweries from the wider Tama area and beyond, it offers a chance to start with Sakamichi Brewing's local flagship and then compare it with other styles on site. For readers following the brewery from Tachikawa, the final afternoon of the festival is a straightforward opportunity to catch its beer in a large event setting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's hot topic is Sakamichi Brewing at the fest. They're pouring on the final day at the craft beer festival in Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe.
MugiWhat! Final day until 7 p.m. means we can still pull off a late-afternoon dash, right!?
Hop BroExactly. On Sunday, July 12, it's 11:00 to 19:00 in the exhibition hall, and it's an admission-free festival.
MugiNo way, they even have reserved table seating? That sounds less like a picnic and more like beer mission control!
Hop BroAnd the headliner is Shibasaki Session. It's Sakamichi Brewing's flagship from Tachikawa, with that easygoing session-ale vibe.
MugiHold on, session ale sounds like a band rehearsal. What does it actually mean!?
Hop BroBasically, 4.5% ABV means it's built to stay light on the palate so you can enjoy more than one.
MugiOkay, but 45 IBU sounds like beer is grading me on a report card!
Hop BroThat's the bitterness marker, and the star is Amarillo hops, which bring orange and grapefruit-like aromas.
MugiWait, now there's Kveik yeast too? This beer has officially entered wizard-school territory!
Hop BroIt's a yeast that adds character during fermentation, so the result is light but well-defined, and a perfect starting point for comparing other Tama breweries.
MugiThat's it, I want one now. I can already see us toasting with Shibasaki Session before making a full lap of the hall!
Hop BroThat's the right move. Tasting Tachikawa character in Hachioji makes me want to say let's grab a pint first.
