Nagahama Roman Beer Joins Kusatsu Craft Beer Land on September 12–13
Kusatsu Craft Beer Land will bring together seven breweries from Shiga, Kyoto, and Nara at Kusatsu River Ruins Park de Ai Hiroba on September 12–13, 2026. Nagahama Roman Beer will participate in the two-day outdoor event, alongside food, music, and family-friendly activities.
Hop BroShiga is serving up a great autumn weekend! Kusatsu Craft Beer Land takes place September 12 and 13 at deai Hiroba in the former Kusatsu River park.
MugiWhat?! Seven breweries from three prefectures in one place? My tasting-game prep is already running late!
Hop BroThe lineup includes Nagahama Roman Beer, Omi Bakushu, Hikone Bakushu, Ishiyama Rock Brewery, HINO BREWING, Kotokoto Beer, and Golden Rabbit Beer. It’s a chance to compare regional brewing approaches all at once.
MugiDoes “brewing” mean the whole beer-making process? Will a beginner like me notice differences between breweries?
Hop BroAbsolutely! Brewing is where malt, hops, and yeast are combined to shape a beer’s character—basically building a flavor blueprint.
MugiOooh! So some will be bitter and some fruity. I’m ready to befriend every style—seven pours, seven friends!
Hop BroNagahama Roman Beer brews in historic Nagahama City and also runs a restaurant. Beyond its core beers, watch for seasonal craft releases too.
MugiAnd there’s more than beer: meat dishes, sweets, a bouncy dome, and even rhinoceros beetles?! Can we do a beetle-side toast?!
Hop BroLet’s keep the toast between grown-ups and glasses! There’s an outdoor mini theater on the 12th and jazz on the 13th, with noon-to-7 p.m. fun both days.
MugiFree admission means we can sip our way through an autumn adventure! Let’s start with a Nagahama Roman toast and make a day of it!
Nagahama Roman Beer announced on Instagram on September 12, 2026, that Kusatsu Craft Beer Land had begun.
The event takes place at Kusatsu River Ruins Park de Ai Hiroba in Kusatsu, Shiga. It runs on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, from noon to 7 p.m. Seven breweries from Shiga, Kyoto, and Nara are scheduled to participate, offering visitors the chance to enjoy a broad selection of locally brewed craft beers.
The participating breweries include Nagahama Roman Beer, Omi Beer, Hikone Beer, Ishiyama Rock Brewery, HINO BREWING, Kotokoto Beer, and Golden Rabbit Beer. For beer enthusiasts, the event provides an opportunity to compare beers from different breweries and regions in one open-air setting.
The beer festival will be held alongside the Kusatsu Manpuku Park food event, featuring a range of savory dishes and sweets. Family-oriented attractions include an inflatable play area and a beetle sales booth. The program also includes an outdoor mini-theater on September 12 and jazz performances on September 13.
Based in Nagahama, Shiga, Nagahama Roman Beer operates a brewery and restaurant in a region known for its historical atmosphere. In addition to its core beer lineup, the brewery produces seasonal craft beers. Its restaurant serves freshly kegged beer alongside dishes made with local ingredients.
Admission to Kusatsu Craft Beer Land is free, making the event an accessible way to spend an autumn weekend tasting beers from breweries across the Kansai region.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroShiga is serving up a great autumn weekend! Kusatsu Craft Beer Land takes place September 12 and 13 at deai Hiroba in the former Kusatsu River park.
MugiWhat?! Seven breweries from three prefectures in one place? My tasting-game prep is already running late!
Hop BroThe lineup includes Nagahama Roman Beer, Omi Bakushu, Hikone Bakushu, Ishiyama Rock Brewery, HINO BREWING, Kotokoto Beer, and Golden Rabbit Beer. It’s a chance to compare regional brewing approaches all at once.
MugiDoes “brewing” mean the whole beer-making process? Will a beginner like me notice differences between breweries?
Hop BroAbsolutely! Brewing is where malt, hops, and yeast are combined to shape a beer’s character—basically building a flavor blueprint.
MugiOooh! So some will be bitter and some fruity. I’m ready to befriend every style—seven pours, seven friends!
Hop BroNagahama Roman Beer brews in historic Nagahama City and also runs a restaurant. Beyond its core beers, watch for seasonal craft releases too.
MugiAnd there’s more than beer: meat dishes, sweets, a bouncy dome, and even rhinoceros beetles?! Can we do a beetle-side toast?!
Hop BroLet’s keep the toast between grown-ups and glasses! There’s an outdoor mini theater on the 12th and jazz on the 13th, with noon-to-7 p.m. fun both days.
MugiFree admission means we can sip our way through an autumn adventure! Let’s start with a Nagahama Roman toast and make a day of it!
