The German beer festival "Ikebukuro Oktoberfest", which mobilized 40,000 people last year, will be held at Ikebukuro Nishiguchi Park. The period is 7 days from May 2nd to May 8th.

"Ikebukuro Oktoberfest 2016" will be held!
"Ikebukuro Oktoberfest 2016" will be held!

At the event, beers from two breweries, "Hofbrau" and "Spaten", will appear among the "6 major official breweries" in Munich, Germany. You can enjoy "Münchener Weiss" made for the royal family and "Münchenerhel" which is said to be the oldest lager beer in the world. In addition, more than 20 types of beer from around the world will be offered.

There are about 15 types of food menu. There are many German dishes that go well with beer, such as sausages imported directly from Germany and "schnitzel sandwiches" with pork cutlets sandwiched between them.

The holding time is from 11:00 to 21:00. Admission is free, and food and drink charges are required separately. In addition, "Ladies & Family priority seats" will be set up in the venue this year.