From the organisers of Sake Matsuri comes the inaugural Japan HopFest — a premier showcase dedicated to the best of Japanese craft beer in Singapore.
Friday, 27 March 2026 to Sunday, 29 March 2026.
We are thrilled to host the inaugural Japan HopFest at the iconic F1 Pit Building, located at 1 Republic Boulevard.
By MRT: The nearest station is Promenade (CC4/DT15). Take Exit C and follow the signs toward the Singapore Flyer/F1 Pit Building (approx. 10 mins walk).
By PHV/Taxi: Key in "F1 Pit Building" as your destination.
By Bus: Bus services 56, 77, 171, 195, 960, and 961C stop at the nearby bus stop (B02171) along Raffles Boulevard.
The event hours for each day are as follows: Fri (5pm to 12am), Sat (12pm to 12am), Sun (12pm to 9pm).
Your ticket grants you full-day access to the festival for your selected date. If you have purchased a 3-Day Access Pass, you are welcome to join us across all three days of the event, allowing you to explore our full rotation of Japanese craft beers at your own pace.
Yes. A 3-day access pass entitles the ticket holders to 3 redemption of the festival beers and 3 tokens for beer redemption.
Festival goers need to purchase Tokens for redemption of beers at the vendor's booth. Beer redemption rate ranges from 2 Tokens to 4 Tokens. Tokens can be purchased at the Festival Counter. Tokens are priced at $5 each.
Yes. Walk-in Tickets are available at regular pricing.
To preserve the "craft" experience, we use a token-based system for pours. Each pour ranges from 200ml to 330ml, allowing you to sample a wide variety of rare microbrews without overcommitting.
Yes! Some of our participating Japanese breweries will have their founders or head brewers on-site to share the stories behind their labels.
Japan HopFest features an elite lineup from five of Japan’s top breweries: Uchu Brewing (famous for tropical "juice bomb" Hazy IPAs), West Coast Brewing (masters of crisp, hop-forward West Coast IPAs), Totopia Brewery (pioneers of bold, fruit-driven sours), Vertere (known for elegant, refined mountain-brewed Pales), and Setouchi (experts in modern takes on classic German styles like Weizen and Lagers). From intense fruit explosions to clean, botanical finishes, there is a pour to suit every palate.
Absolutely. We have curated a selection of food vendors such as Ye Olde Cow (Dry Aged Smashed Burgers), Fatt Choy Eating House (Modern Singaporean Snacks) and Yoppi Izakaya (Japanese Izakaya Favourites). These "beer-friendly" menus pair perfectly with Japanese beers.
Yes, the F1 Pit Building is fully wheelchair accessible. Step-free access and Handicapped-friendly restrooms are available. There is also a dedicated drop-off point directly in front of the building entrance, minimizing the distance for those with mobility requirements.
You may contact us directly on kanpai@japanhopfest.com or WhatsApp (65) 80889130.
We are always looking to collaborate with Japanese craft breweries, innovative food vendors, and F&B trade partners who share our passion for quality craftsmanship. If you would like to showcase your brand or support the festival, please reach out to us at kanpai@japanhopfest.com. We look forward to exploring how we can work together to create an iconic experience.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. However, tickets are transferable—you may pass your ticket to a friend if you can no longer attend.
Japan HopFest is an indoor event. Rain or shine, the beer will be pouring!
We promote a social and welcoming environment. Any guest displaying aggressive or intoxicated behaviour will be asked to leave to ensure the safety of our community.