The connection between Oregon and Japan runs deep and the craft beer industry is no different. Back in 2018, the inaugural FUJI TO HOOD, an international craft beer, cider, and cultural event was held in Portland, Oregon. After last year’s event in Tokyo, Japan, FUJI TO HOOD returns to Portland, this summer on Saturday, July 20, 2024 to The Redd on Salmon.
Fuji to Hood builds cross-cultural connections and lifelong friendships, while promoting education, shared community, and social interactions through the art of fermentation. The festival takes place every other year in Portland, and in off-years in Tokyo, Japan known as HOOD TO FUJI with brewers making the trek between countries for the occasion.
“We are very proud and honored that Fuji to Hood has grown to become the premier event connecting Oregon and Japan.” said event co-organizer Red Gillen, in a statement.
Taking place at The Redd on Salmon on July 20 from Noon – 8:00pm, FUJI TO HOOD will welcome over 1,000 attendees to experience unique music, performances, visuals, and liquid crafts from Pacific Northwest and Japanese creators. Each beer or cider is a true collaboration, meaning that at least one ingredient from the visiting country must be featured in the process.
Fuji to Hood’s new 501c4 non-profit organizing group ‘Beer Friends’ is pleased to announce the twenty-five brewery and cidery teams collaborating on brand new creations for the largest Fuji to Hood yet.
OREGON / JAPAN COLLABORATION TEAMS:
2 Towns Ciderhouse / Son of the Smith
Alesong Brewing & Blending / Himitsu
Baerlic Brewing / Fujisakura Kogen
Bauman’s Cider / Harvest Moon
Block 15 Brewing / Black Tide
Boneyard Beer / Y. Market
Breakside Brewery / Totopia
Coldfire Brewing / North Island
Culmination Brewing / Baeren
ForeLand Beer / Rise & Win
Fort George Brewery / Minoh
Gigantic Brewing / Ise Kadoya
Great Notion Brewing / West Coast Brewing
Hair of the Dog Brewing / Shonan Beer
Heater Allen Brewing / Setouchi
Level Beer / Fukuoka Craft
Little Beast Brewing / Ushitora
Living Haus Beer / Uchu
Migration Brewing / RePuBrew
Son of Man / OK, Adam
Threshold Brewing / Yokosuka
Ruse Brewing / Beer Brain
SteepleJack Brewing / Heiwa Craft
StormBreaker Brewing / Spring Valley
Von Ebert Brewing / Far Yeast
Organizers are now accepting vendor and sponsor applications, and seeking volunteers for this summer’s event. A full list with detailed beer and cider descriptions will be released later this Spring.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at https://fujitohood.com.
The Redd on Salmon – 831 SE Salmon St – Portland, OR
About The Author
DJ
D.J. is a Portland, Oregon based writer that spent his formative years in the Midwest. With over 25 years under his belt of drinking beer at festivals across America and the world, he has developed a strong appreciation and understanding of craft beer and the industry that surrounds it. He can be found in any of the great breweries or beer bars that make Portland the best beer city in the world. His writing can also be found in the archives of Northwest Brewing News and can be followed on Twitter and Instagram at @hopapalooza.