Sapporo Beer Museum
About This Museum
You'd never guess this stately red-brick building started life as a sugar factory back in the Meiji era before it became the heart of Japan's beer brewing legacy. Walking through, you're surrounded by towering copper kettles and vintage posters that tell the story of how a German brewer helped launch the iconic Sapporo brand. The air has this faint, pleasant smell of malt and old wood, which just adds to the whole experience. Best of all? Getting in won't cost you a single yen.
Collection Highlights
Massive copper brewing kettles gleaming under the lights, walls covered in beautiful retro advertising art from different decades, and exhibits explaining the entire brewing process from hop to bottle.
Visitor Information
Admission is completely free, which is fantastic. You can pay for guided tours that get into more detail, and absolutely don't miss stopping by the tasting lounge on your way out for a paid sample of their classic brews.
Architecture & Building
It's housed in a gorgeous, historic red-brick building that was an old factory from the late 19th century, full of industrial charm with high ceilings and exposed beams.
Contact & Location
Address: サッポロビール博物館, 1, 北7条東9, 東区, 札幌市, 石狩振興局, 北海道, 065-8633, 日本
Phone: +81 11-748-1876
Website: Visit Website
