Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival 2026 to be Held on Sunday, May 17
Hombo Shuzo's Mars Komagatake Distillery in Nagano will host its annual festival featuring whisky tastings, craft beer seminars, and food stalls to show gratitude to its fans.
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Hombo Shuzo Co., Ltd. (HQ: Kagoshima City; President: Kazuto Hombo) will host the 'Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival' at its Mars Komagatake Distillery to express gratitude for the ongoing support of its customers.
On the day of the event, seminars led by distillery staff will be held, including whisky tastings, a project on two-row barley produced in the Kami-Ina area, and a Minami Shinshu Beer seminar (*). Through each seminar, visitors can experience the passion and commitment behind the craft. Stage events will also take place, and gourmet food stalls (for a fee) will be set up with the cooperation of local restaurants so that guests can enjoy delicious drinks and food. Additionally, registration for the lottery sale of festival commemorative bottles will be available.
Whether you drink alcohol or not, there is something for everyone to enjoy, so please invite your friends and family. For more details, please refer to the festival special site via the QR code or the 'Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival 2026' flyer.
*Participation in each seminar requires application and selection by lottery on the special site.
Application Period: April 10 (Fri) 4:00 PM to April 19 (Sun) 4:00 PM, 2026.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Held in light rain)
Venue: Hombo Shuzo Mars Komagatake Distillery (4752-31 Miyada-mura, Kami-Ina-gun, Nagano Prefecture)
Access:
By Car: Approx. 5 mins from Komagane I.C. on the Chuo Expressway.
By JR: Approx. 10 mins by taxi from JR Iida Line Komagane or Miyada Stations.
Important Notes:
- Alcohol consumption by persons under 20 is prohibited by law.
- Visitors arriving by car must refrain from drinking. Please use public transportation.
Contact: Mars Komagatake Distillery Shop TEL 0265-85-0017
On the day of the event, seminars led by distillery staff will be held, including whisky tastings, a project on two-row barley produced in the Kami-Ina area, and a Minami Shinshu Beer seminar (*). Through each seminar, visitors can experience the passion and commitment behind the craft. Stage events will also take place, and gourmet food stalls (for a fee) will be set up with the cooperation of local restaurants so that guests can enjoy delicious drinks and food. Additionally, registration for the lottery sale of festival commemorative bottles will be available.
Whether you drink alcohol or not, there is something for everyone to enjoy, so please invite your friends and family. For more details, please refer to the festival special site via the QR code or the 'Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival 2026' flyer.
*Participation in each seminar requires application and selection by lottery on the special site.
Application Period: April 10 (Fri) 4:00 PM to April 19 (Sun) 4:00 PM, 2026.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Held in light rain)
Venue: Hombo Shuzo Mars Komagatake Distillery (4752-31 Miyada-mura, Kami-Ina-gun, Nagano Prefecture)
Access:
By Car: Approx. 5 mins from Komagane I.C. on the Chuo Expressway.
By JR: Approx. 10 mins by taxi from JR Iida Line Komagane or Miyada Stations.
Important Notes:
- Alcohol consumption by persons under 20 is prohibited by law.
- Visitors arriving by car must refrain from drinking. Please use public transportation.
Contact: Mars Komagatake Distillery Shop TEL 0265-85-0017
FAQ
Is a reservation required to participate in the seminars?
Yes, participation in each seminar is by lottery via advance application. The registration period is from 4:00 PM on April 10, 2026, to 4:00 PM on April 19, 2026, on the special site.
Can non-drinkers and children also enjoy the event?
Yes. With food stalls and stage events, there is plenty for non-drinkers to enjoy. However, alcohol consumption by persons under 20 is prohibited by law.
Can I come by car?
Parking is available, but drinking and driving is strictly prohibited. Use of public transportation or taxis from JR Komagane or Miyada Stations is recommended.