Get ready to experience the ultimate fusion of flavor and culture at the Fuji to Hood beer festival in Portland! This unique event brings together 22 top-notch breweries and three cideries all the way from Japan, teaming up with 25 of Portland’s best brewers and cidermakers. It’s a match made in beer heaven as they collaborate on crafting original recipes using exquisite Japanese ingredients.

Organized by the cool cats at “Beer Friends,” this fest is not just about the brews. It’s a full-blown celebration of Japanese cuisine and arts, with a sprinkle of culture, music, and entertainment thrown into the mix. Imagine sipping on a one-of-a-kind beer while grooving to some Japanese tunes – it’s an experience like no other!

Fuji to Hood isn’t just about good times; it’s about building bridges between communities and creating lasting connections. Every other year, this epic event takes over Portland, and in the off-years, it hops over to Tokyo, Japan, bringing brewers together from both sides of the Pacific. As one of the event masterminds, Red Gillen, puts it, “Fuji to Hood has become the ultimate link between Oregon and Japan.”

So, if you’re up for a brew-tiful journey filled with cross-cultural vibes, delicious drinks, and a whole lotta fun, mark your calendars for the next Fuji to Hood extravaganza!