Kansai Gin Rally LAB 2026

Why You Should Visit

For 21 days, 21 bars across Osaka's Kita district—from standing bars to izakaya—team up with the goal of pouring 21,000 glasses of gin. The running total is tracked and published throughout the rally. It's a fun excuse to bar-hop through Temma, Nakazakicho, and Umeda, discovering gin in places that don't usually serve it.

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画像出典: PR TIMES（andground合同会社）

Participating Shops

Shop List & Map

Hours are based on the official rally map—check each bar's Instagram for the latest.

Essentials

location

21 participating bars across Osaka's Kita area (Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome, Temma, Minamimorimachi, Nakazakicho, Umeda, Kitashinchi and more)

period

September 15, 2026 (Tue) - October 5, 2026 (Mon)

Time

Varies by participating bar

cost

Free to join (food and drinks paid at each bar)

Links

Official Website

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access

Varies by bar—venues span from Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome to Kitashinchi (see the official site for the list)

NOTE

How it works

The total number of gin pours across 21 bars is tracked, aiming for 21,000 glasses
Progress updates roughly once a week during the rally

Bars

A mix of standing bars, izakaya, and cocktail bars—full list on the official site

* Details subject to change

FAQ

Do I need to register or pay to join?

No—just visit a participating bar during the rally and order gin. You only pay for what you drink.

Can I enjoy it without knowing much about gin?

Absolutely—many participants are casual standing bars and izakaya, so it's designed for trying gin one easy glass at a time.

Where can I find the list of bars?

The full list of 21 bars is on organizer andground's official site.

Calendar

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