Two autumn days of hearty garlic and Takkō beef
Ninniku to Beko Matsuri
The 2026 edition of Ninniku to Beko Matsuri has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/10/03 〜 2026/10/04Ended
- Season / frequency
- Two days in early October each year / Every year
- Location
- Sōyūmura 229 Ski Land special venue
- Area
- Aomori Prefecture・Takkō Town(From Tokyo: approx. 3 h–3 h 30 min · bullet train)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Features
- Participation fee
- Barbecue set vouchers cost ¥2,500 (tax included).
- Last updated
- 2026/11/12
This food festival and stage event brings together Takko garlic and Takkō beef, two of Takkō Town’s signature products. Enjoy a whole-roast beef, barbecue, and sales of local specialties, as well as competitions featuring garlic.
About Ninniku to Beko Matsuri
Ninniku to Beko Matsuri is a food festival where you can savor Takkō Town’s two major products: “Takko garlic” and “Takkō beef.”
At the Sōyūmura 229 Ski Land special venue, visitors can find whole-roast Takkō beef, barbecue, Takko garlic, black garlic, and more.
Stalls selling local specialties and processed products line the venue, offering a chance to enjoy Takkō Town’s produce all in one place.
Festival highlights
The highlight is the famous whole-roast Takkō beef, presented and sold at the venue.
The Takkō beef barbecue area offers a place to grill and enjoy Takkō beef.
In addition, Takkō Town’s official information introduces stage events such as the “World Garlic-Throwing Contest” and a singing show, along with stalls selling local specialties and processed products.
Two autumn days of hearty garlic and Takkō beef
What to expect
At the venue, visitors can buy whole-roast Takkō beef and enjoy the barbecue area, as well as shop for Takkō beef, Takko garlic, black garlic, and more.
Stalls selling local specialties and processed products were also planned, making it easy to enjoy food and shopping together.
The official 2026 stage program listed a welcome ceremony, Takkō , a singing show, Nanyadoyara, a prize drawing, garlic target shooting, the World Garlic-Throwing Contest, and more.
How to take part
In 2026, barbecue set vouchers containing 200g of Takko beef, a vegetable set, sauce, and more were sold for ¥2,500 (tax included).
Sales ran through September 28 (Monday), and vouchers were available at participating shops and online.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Sōyūmura 229 Ski Land special venue / 66-39 Kawashiro-no-Kami, Takkō, Takkō Town, Sannohe District, Aomori Prefecture
- Train and bus
Not listed
- By car
60 minutes by car from Hachinohe Station / 50 minutes from Ninohe Station / 50 minutes from Ichinohe IC on the Hachinohe Expressway
- Parking
Yes
Address 66-39 Kawashiro-no-Kami, Takkō, Takkō Town, Sannohe District, Aomori Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
2026年の案内では、10月3日（土）・4日（日）の10:00～15:00に開催予定とされていました。
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Prices and availability are current at the time of retrieval. For multi-night stays, only the first night’s price is shown. Confirm the final price and directions to the venue with the booking provider. Select your dates again when using the area search link. Search area: within 3 km of Central Aomori Prefecture / Takkō Town (the search is not centered on the festival venue)
Tips for your visit
Crowds were expected on October 3 in 2026, and visitors were advised to arrive early and allow plenty of time.
Food, chairs, tents, and similar items may not be brought into the venue. Toilets are available inside the ski center and in temporary facilities, but their number is limited.
Nearby attractions
Nearby attractions include Sōyūmura 229 Ski Land, Takokopu Sōyūmura, Mount Daikokumori, and a walking route through a cluster of Asian skunk cabbage.
You can check out the festival venue and related nearby spots together.
Official information
Takkō Town Official Website, “Ninniku to Beko Matsuri”
Ninniku to Beko Matsuri at a Glance
Ninniku to Beko Matsuri is a food festival centered on Takkō Town’s Takko garlic and Takkō beef.
Along with whole-roast Takkō beef, barbecue, and sales of local specialties, there are also stage events and the World Garlic-Throwing Contest.
The venue is the Sōyūmura 229 Ski Land special venue; according to the 2026 announcement, it was scheduled to take place on October 3 and the 4th.
Sources and references
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/11/12
