Ibaraki Bakuon Fest 2026 vol.12

Why You Should Visit

An open-air festival where "baku" (malt) means craft beer and "on" (sound) means rock, all paired with food from Ibaraki's local restaurants. Now in its 12th year since 2012, it takes over the Central Park grounds within walking distance of Hankyu Ibarakishi and JR Ibaraki stations. Twenty breweries from across Japan pour close to 150 kinds of draft craft beer, including Hokusetsu locals such as Minoh Beer, Kuninocho and 3TREE BREWERY, the only brewery in Ibaraki. Eight professional acts play the stage on both days, and watching the shows is free. Entry is free too; beer is sold by ticket (¥600 a glass). Two days for anyone who wants beer and live music under the autumn sky.

Programs

Timetable & Map

Participating Shops

Shop List & Map

The 20 breweries listed on the official BEER page. Beers on tap are listed in the beer list handed out on the day; lineup subject to change.

Essentials

location

Ibaraki Central Park Grounds (North & South)

period

October 3, 2026 (Sat) - October 4, 2026 (Sun)

Time

各日11:00〜20:00

cost

Free entry and free live shows. Beer is sold by ticket: ¥600 per ticket (one glass; some beers cost more), or an advance book of 8 tickets for ¥4,800 with a limited-edition Bakuon glass. Beer is served only in a Bakuon glass or a reusable plastic cup (¥200). Food is paid in cash at each booth (some accept cashless)

Links

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access

About 10 min on foot from Ibarakishi Station (Hankyu Kyoto Line) or JR Ibaraki Station. No parking at the venue and nearby roads get congested, so use public transport

There are 1 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Ibaraki Central Park Grounds (North & South), and 4 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

Facility data comes from OpenStreetMap. It does not include opening hours, fees or availability.

TICKETS / REGISTRATION

No booking needed. Advance beer ticket books (8 tickets with a Bakuon glass, ¥4,800) are sold from 8 August until the day before the festival at partner shops, mostly in Ibaraki. The 2026 glass is not sold at the venue; only advance buyers receive one (exchange by 18:00 on day two). See the TICKET page on the official site for the list of shops

NOTE

How to buy beer

Exchange beer tickets at the brewery booths inside the venue (same-day tickets sold singly, cash only)
Tickets are valid only on the two festival days; no refunds or cash-back
Each brewery's lineup is listed in the "beer list" handed out on the day
No bottles or cans for takeaway

Food

24 popular restaurants from Ibaraki set up booths, with beer-friendly dishes and children's menus
Booths and menus are published on the FOOD page of the official site

Rain

Held rain or shine. It goes ahead unless the Japan Meteorological Agency issues a warning; may be cancelled in severe weather. The decision is announced on the official site and social media
The ground is sand, so in rain wear shoes and clothes that can get muddy. Bring warm layers for the evening
Umbrella use is restricted in crowded areas such as in front of the stage

Venue rules

No smoking anywhere in the venue
No outside alcohol, food or drink (exceptions for children and allergy needs)
No alcohol served to minors or to anyone driving or cycling
The venue is in a residential area; sort your rubbish and take it home

*Performers, vendors and the schedule may change without notice

FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

Entry and the live shows are free. Beer is sold by ticket at ¥600 each, and food is paid in cash at each booth.

Can I bring children?

There is no age limit for entry and the food booths have children's menus. No alcohol is served to minors. The venue is an outdoor sand ground.

What if it rains?

It goes ahead in rain. It may be cancelled in severe weather with a Meteorological Agency warning; the decision is posted on the official site and social media.

Can I buy the Bakuon glass at the venue?

The 2026 glass is not sold at the venue; only buyers of the advance ticket book (8 tickets, ¥4,800) receive one. You can also drink from a ¥200 reusable cup or a Bakuon glass from a previous year.

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