Garden Picnic 2026 to Be Held at Kirishima Factory Garden in Miyakonojo, with KIRISHIMA BEER Also on Sale
At Kirishima Shuzo's base, "Shochu no Sato Kirishima Factory Garden," the "Shochu no Sato Garden Picnic 2026" will be held on Sunday, March 22. The event invites visitors to relax on the lawn while enjoying food, shochu, and beer, and KIRISHIMA BEER sales and hands-on activities are also planned.
Hop BroSo "Shochu no Sato Garden Picnic 2026" in Miyakonojo is an event where you can lounge on the grass and even drink KIRISHIMA BEER, right?
MugiWait, beer at a lawn picnic venue!? That's basically a win already!
Hop BroAnd the venue is the Kirishima Factory Garden, home to Kiri no Kura Brewery, with free admission and free parking for 400 cars.
MugiThat's incredibly generous! But what kind of beer does KIRISHIMA BEER have?
Hop BroThe regular lineup has five types, starting with Pilsner. It's the classic choice with a crisp body and pronounced hop bitterness.
MugiWhen you say hop bitterness, it suddenly sounds like something a real connoisseur would say! But why is hop bitterness so important?
Hop BroSimply put, it's the main source of aroma and bitterness. And because they use natural underground water, Kirishima Rekkasui, the flavors come together cleanly, which is very much like Kiri no Kura Brewery.
MugiI see! Then I'm torn between the citrusy Pale Ale and the toasty-looking Stout.
Hop BroPale Ale has a citrus aroma and sharp bitterness, while Stout lets you enjoy the toasty character of roasted malt, so they have very different personalities.
MugiThat's amazing, tasting them side by side sounds fun! And if there is even Kirishima OH! Nabe, my stomach is already celebrating before the beer starts!
Hop BroExactly. There will also be tastings of K(Kei) Gelato, and Hyuganatsu happoshu, so it really feels like a full spring-day experience.
MugiAlright, I've decided! I'm bringing a sheet and getting ready to toast with KIRISHIMA BEER!
Venue Highlights
"Shochu no Sato Garden Picnic 2026" will be held on Sunday, March 22, at "Shochu no Sato Kirishima Factory Garden" in Shibita-cho, Miyakonojo City. It is an event where visitors can spend time on the lawn area with leisure sheets or tents spread out, and admission is free. Parking is also free for 400 cars.
As expected from one of Kirishima Shuzo's key bases, KIRISHIMA BEER is also scheduled to be sold at the venue alongside Kirishima shochu. Kiri no Kura Brewery is a facility that combines a restaurant, shop, and craft beer brewing plant, and it produces beer with a clean taste by making use of "Kirishima Rekkasui," natural underground water nurtured by the nature of the Kirishima Mountains.
KIRISHIMA BEER Lineup
The five regular KIRISHIMA BEER varieties are Pilsner, Pale Ale, Amber, Stout, and Hyuganatsu (happoshu).
- Pilsner: A crisp, refreshing beer with pronounced hop bitterness
- Pale Ale: Characterized by citrusy aroma and sharp bitterness
- Amber: Features the aroma of caramel malt and a layered, full flavor
- Stout: A dark beer with the toasty character of roasted malt
- Hyuganatsu (happoshu): A refreshing brew made with Hyuganatsu citrus from Miyazaki Prefecture
On the day of the event, there will also be "Kirishima OH! Nabe" made in a giant 2-meter-diameter pot, hands-on activities at KIRISHIMA WALK FACTORY, and tastings of K(Kei) Gelato. Centered around beer, the event is structured so visitors can enjoy food and experiences all at once, making it sound like a spring day that is quintessentially Kiri no Kura Brewery. With dishes made using Kirishima black koji and menu items featuring local ingredients, it is ideal for people who want to enjoy a proper meal between craft beers.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSo "Shochu no Sato Garden Picnic 2026" in Miyakonojo is an event where you can lounge on the grass and even drink KIRISHIMA BEER, right?
MugiWait, beer at a lawn picnic venue!? That's basically a win already!
Hop BroAnd the venue is the Kirishima Factory Garden, home to Kiri no Kura Brewery, with free admission and free parking for 400 cars.
MugiThat's incredibly generous! But what kind of beer does KIRISHIMA BEER have?
Hop BroThe regular lineup has five types, starting with Pilsner. It's the classic choice with a crisp body and pronounced hop bitterness.
MugiWhen you say hop bitterness, it suddenly sounds like something a real connoisseur would say! But why is hop bitterness so important?
Hop BroSimply put, it's the main source of aroma and bitterness. And because they use natural underground water, Kirishima Rekkasui, the flavors come together cleanly, which is very much like Kiri no Kura Brewery.
MugiI see! Then I'm torn between the citrusy Pale Ale and the toasty-looking Stout.
Hop BroPale Ale has a citrus aroma and sharp bitterness, while Stout lets you enjoy the toasty character of roasted malt, so they have very different personalities.
MugiThat's amazing, tasting them side by side sounds fun! And if there is even Kirishima OH! Nabe, my stomach is already celebrating before the beer starts!
Hop BroExactly. There will also be tastings of K(Kei) Gelato, and Hyuganatsu happoshu, so it really feels like a full spring-day experience.
MugiAlright, I've decided! I'm bringing a sheet and getting ready to toast with KIRISHIMA BEER!
