Free Spirits Brewing to Exhibit at Kyoto After-Bath Craft Beer Festival 2026
Free Spirits Brewing, based in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, will exhibit at the "Kyoto After-Bath Craft Beer Festival 2026" to be held in Fushimi, Kyoto on May 2 and 3, 2026. At a venue bringing together a record-high 25 companies, the Himeji brewery will make its presence felt.
Hop BroFree Spirits Brewing from Himeji is going to exhibit at the Kyoto After-Bath Craft Beer Festival 2026. On May 2 and 3, 2026, you'll be able to drink right next to the hot spring in Fushimi, which is basically a bath-side dream come true, isn't it?
MugiWhat! Beer after a hot spring is way too much of a straight shot to a reward! And they're coming all the way from Himeji to Kyoto? That's seriously committed!
Hop BroThat's the interesting part. The brewery name, Free Spirits, means "free-spirited." It really shows that they keep challenging new expressions in Himeji without being tied down by fixed ideas.
MugiFree-spirited means, like, anything goes? Does that mean the beer tastes kind of floaty too? My brain can't keep up!
Hop BroTo put it simply, it's brewing that values individuality rather than sticking to a mold. The choice of yeast and hops, and the way the recipe is built, all bring out what makes that brewery unique.
MugiOhh, they started brewing in October 2022, so they're pretty new. And yet they're already being invited to a Kyoto event? They've got momentum!
Hop BroAnd this time, a record 25 companies are gathering. Standing alongside breweries from all over the country while still making Himeji stand out is definitely something worth seeing.
MugiIf there are 25 companies, it's basically a tasting paradise! If I try one drink after another after a bath, I might be too happy to go home!
Hop BroThe venue is the futsal court next to Fushimi Rikino-yu, so the after-bath flow is perfect. Bath, fresh air, beer: that three-step hit makes everything taste even better.
MugiWow, that's unfair... It really feels like a drink of pure release, and just imagining it makes my throat crave it. I want to support that Himeji brewery.
Hop BroRight? The article doesn't say which beers they'll pour, but it sounds like a great chance to check out where Free Spirits stands right now.
MugiOkay, let's clear our schedules for May 2 and 3 and go have an after-bath drink! A taste that flew in from Himeji to Kyoto is definitely something I want to try!
Booth Overview
Free Spirits Brewing, based in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, will exhibit at the "Kyoto After-Bath Craft Beer Festival 2026." The event will be held on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, 2026 (national holiday), at the futsal court adjacent to "Fushimi Rikino-yu," a natural hot spring in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City. The Himeji brewery is joining ABC Festival, an event known for enjoying craft beer after soaking in the bath.
What Is Free Spirits Brewing?
The brewery began brewing in Himeji in October 2022. As the name suggests, "Free Spirits" means "free-spirited," and it stands for beer making that is not bound by fixed ideas. Based in Himeji, the brewery continues to take on new forms of beer expression, and that stance will also draw attention at this Kyoto appearance.
Event Features
According to the official event page, a record-high 25 companies will gather at Kyoto After-Bath Craft Beer Festival 2026. Breweries from across Japan will come together in Kyoto's Fushimi, creating a lineup that lets visitors enjoy tasting comparisons in an event centered on the first drink after a bath. For breweries in the Kansai region such as Free Spirits Brewing, it will also be an opportunity to interact directly with attendees.
Points of Interest
This appearance, from Himeji to Kyoto, shows that the craft beer community is expanding beyond regional boundaries. How will the brewery convey its individuality along with the sense of release that comes after a bath? On the day of the event, it will be worth checking Free Spirits Brewing's current position through a drink at the venue.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroFree Spirits Brewing from Himeji is going to exhibit at the Kyoto After-Bath Craft Beer Festival 2026. On May 2 and 3, 2026, you'll be able to drink right next to the hot spring in Fushimi, which is basically a bath-side dream come true, isn't it?
MugiWhat! Beer after a hot spring is way too much of a straight shot to a reward! And they're coming all the way from Himeji to Kyoto? That's seriously committed!
Hop BroThat's the interesting part. The brewery name, Free Spirits, means "free-spirited." It really shows that they keep challenging new expressions in Himeji without being tied down by fixed ideas.
MugiFree-spirited means, like, anything goes? Does that mean the beer tastes kind of floaty too? My brain can't keep up!
Hop BroTo put it simply, it's brewing that values individuality rather than sticking to a mold. The choice of yeast and hops, and the way the recipe is built, all bring out what makes that brewery unique.
MugiOhh, they started brewing in October 2022, so they're pretty new. And yet they're already being invited to a Kyoto event? They've got momentum!
Hop BroAnd this time, a record 25 companies are gathering. Standing alongside breweries from all over the country while still making Himeji stand out is definitely something worth seeing.
MugiIf there are 25 companies, it's basically a tasting paradise! If I try one drink after another after a bath, I might be too happy to go home!
Hop BroThe venue is the futsal court next to Fushimi Rikino-yu, so the after-bath flow is perfect. Bath, fresh air, beer: that three-step hit makes everything taste even better.
MugiWow, that's unfair... It really feels like a drink of pure release, and just imagining it makes my throat crave it. I want to support that Himeji brewery.
Hop BroRight? The article doesn't say which beers they'll pour, but it sounds like a great chance to check out where Free Spirits stands right now.
MugiOkay, let's clear our schedules for May 2 and 3 and go have an after-bath drink! A taste that flew in from Himeji to Kyoto is definitely something I want to try!
