The red-brick building was erected originally as a factory of the Sapporo Sugar Company in 1890, and later opened as a museum in July 1987. The building also houses the Sapporo Beer Garden in the south wing. Sapporo Beer Museum, the only beer museum in Japan, was opened in July of 1987 to provide visitors with a varied knowledge of beer and brewing.

The Sapporo Beer Museum is a brewery and museum in Sapporo, Japan. It was founded in July 1987 as the first beer museum in the country and is popular among tourists. The museum is located in the old Sapporo brewery, which has been operating since 1876. The museum is divided into four areas: the Brewing Hall, Beer Garden, Beer Hall and Restaurant. The Brewing Hall features a variety of interactive exhibits that show the history of beer in Japan, the brewing process and the ingredients used to create Sapporo Beer.

Visitors can also learn about the history of the brewery and its famous brands, including Yebisu Beer, Sapporo Beer and Black Label. In the Beer Garden, visitors can enjoy beer tastings and samples of Sapporo Beer, as well as traditional Japanese snacks and sake. The Beer Hall serves a variety of beer-based dishes, such as beer-battered shrimp and beer-glazed chicken. The Sapporo Beer Museum also hosts special events throughout the year, such as beer festivals, beer and food tastings, and beer-making classes. Visitors can also purchase souvenirs from the souvenir shop, such as beer glasses, mugs and t-shirts. The museum is open from 9am to 5