Kobe Wine Nouveau Festival – KOBE the CRAFT 2026

Dates & time: October 31, 2026 (Sat) - November 1, 2026 (Sun) ・31 Oct (Sat) 10:00–19:00
・1 Nov (Sun) 10:00–18:00
cost: Free entry and parking. Nouveau red & white set ¥3,500 (usually ¥3,740); free tasting for the first 100 each day with the flyer
Venue & access: Kobe Agri Park (Nishi-ku, Kobe) From Seishin-Chuo Station (subway), Shinki Bus routes 20, 20A or 81 from stop G to Nogyo Koen (about 4 buses an hour including direct services). On 31 Oct a direct bus also runs from the Sannomiya bus terminal (¥650 one way, 5 a day). By car about 10 min from the Kobe-nishi/Maeaki IC; free parking.

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Why You Should Visit

Two days celebrating the release of Kobe Wine's 2026 nouveau, Kobe Wine Minori, at Kobe Agri Park, home of the winery. In 2026 it runs as KOBE the CRAFT 2026, bringing together the nouveau festival, the Kobe Olive Festival, the Nishi-ku Gourmet Festival and more. Free entry and parking; 10:00–19:00 on 31 Oct and 10:00–18:00 on 1 Nov. Alongside nouveau sales and tastings there is the 'Sugoi Barbecue', cooking giant paellas in a huge pan, a CELLARR SALON talk with whisky makers, kitchen cars, a stage, a Hyogo distillery showcase and bingo. A red-and-white nouveau set is ¥3,500 (usually ¥3,740), and the first 100 visitors each day with the flyer taste for free. On 31 Oct a direct bus also runs from the Sannomiya bus terminal.

Programs

Timetable & Map

Times have been announced only for the 31 Oct (Sat) programmes.

NOTE

Both days

Sales and tasting of the nouveau Kobe Wine Minori 2026 (light-bodied red, off-dry white; limited quantity); free tastings end once the daily 100 are reached
100% Kobe-grown grape juices (Cabernet Sauvignon / Chardonnay) also go on sale
Answer a survey to receive a gift of Kobe Wine at the venue (20 and over, while stocks last)
Kobe Wine booth, outdoor stage, Hyogo distillery showcase, kitchen cars and food stalls, bingo

31 Oct (Sat)

Kitchen cars: Pizza Auto Felice, CHEF DELI (Vietnamese) and more

1 Nov (Sun)

Nishi-ku Gourmet Festival: the Seishin Gourmet Festival, usually held at Seishin-Chuo Station, moves to Kobe Agri Park this year. Yakisoba, churros, grilled squid, beef skewers, burgers, craft beer and more
Jan Jan Jump! skipping-rope contest
Sugoi Barbecue 'Meat & Sausages'

* Times for the 1 Nov programmes have not been announced

* Organisers: ME Resort Tajima Inc. and TisTa Inc.; operational cooperation: Hakutsuru Sake Brewing; cooperation: Rokkosan, Kobe and Yabu distilleries, Shinki Bus. Enquiries: Kobe Agri Park 078-962-4321

Craft Beer Sake Gourmet Free Cheap Parks Family Autumn Leaves

出典: PR TIMES（TisTa株式会社）

Kobe · Gluten-free

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FAQ

Is there an entry fee?

Entry and parking are free. Wine and food are paid; bring the flyer and the first 100 visitors each day taste for free.

Can I get there by public transport?

Yes, by Shinki Bus from Seishin-Chuo subway station (including direct services). On 31 Oct a direct bus also runs from the Sannomiya bus terminal (¥650 one way).

Is it family-friendly?

There are food stalls, a stage and bingo, and the park's playgrounds and lawns are open.

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