Takahama Quay Event Space

The unseasonal Kobe Oktoberfest is a major springtime beer bash in the port city, featuring 29 kinds of beer from five German breweries and one brewery from Hokkaido. With hearty German pub fare like assorted bratwursts, cheese currywursts and pretzels to enjoy with the brews, there’ll be more than enough to keep you satiated during the live performances that run throughout the day. Not big on sausages? Worry not: pizza, deep-fried camembert cheese, steaks and seafood platters can also be enjoyed here. Cash, credit cards and electronic payments can be used to purchase food and beverages, but note that beer glasses require a deposit of ¥1,000; glasses can be returned later for a full refund. Starter tickets (¥2,500) include a 500ml serving of German beer and the deposit for one beer glass, and can be easily purchased at the door. Exclusive paid seating is available at the event; tables for up to 8 guests cost ¥6,600 for a 2-hour session. These can be booked and purchased online before your visit. To reduce plastic waste, guests are encouraged to bring their own cutlery to the event. Reusable cutlery sets will also be sold at the venue, and the sets come with a coupon for discounts on food and drinks.