Join Akai Sushi for a special Sake Community Dinner hosted by Monica Samuels, Official Sake Samurai and President of Kome Collective. This table-style 5-course dinner features rare sakes expertly paired with delicious menu items. Expect an evening of fun, flavor, and sake education while connecting with fellow enthusiasts. Whether you’re a sake lover or a curious newcomer, you’ll leave with…
Yuki Shibata of Shibata Shuzo brings a special evening to KRU, featuring a lineup of five limited sake pours—including the brewery’s brand new release, Heart to Heart. Guests are invited to enjoy a glass, then stay for dinner with à la carte options and special Restaurant Week prix-fixe menus. Reservations are available via Resy. This is a unique chance to…
Meet Daishichi’s 10th-generation Master, Shichiuemon Ohta, for a curated sake tasting experience featuring nine exceptional sakes from Fukushima, Japan’s top award-winning region. Explore unique styles and flavors from Daishichi, Daitengu, and Suehiro breweries, including rarities and the celebrated Kimoto method. This in-person event gives New Yorkers the rare chance to taste centuries of artistry and tradition, hosted by the Fukushima…
Dive into the 43rd edition of Nihonshu Kyokai's unique sake experience at Yakiniku Ebisu in Umeda! This mysterious summer event features a blind tasting of 12 types of sake, where participants will have to find the three "something is different" sakes. The event is filled with themed 'kaidan' (ghost story) challenges, such as searching for an odd aftertaste, identifying a…
Join Sake Bar Shinkon for a special evening as the owner of Osaka's renowned Nihonshu Bar Shiki visits Seoul for one night only. This cozy meetup is exclusively for guests who have previously visited Bar Shiki in Osaka, creating a chance to reconnect and reminisce over sake and shared stories. The event will feature five types of Japanese sake and…
The Bay Area's original sake enthusiasts, True Sake and JCCCNC, are hosting the 21st Annual SAKE DAY, a celebration dedicated to all things sake. Known for its unique blend of passion and professionalism, this event is the largest and longest-running Nihonshu no Hi (Sake Day) celebration outside of Japan. Explore an impressive array of sake in the heart of San…
The San Diego Sake Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary in style! Held at the JULEP Venue, this lively festival features unlimited tastings of over 100 craft sake and shochu varieties, opportunities to meet brewers, a traditional Kagami Biraki barrel-opening ceremony, and live music. Enjoy an afternoon that unites sake lovers and the local community for a true celebration of…
University students 20 and over are invited to discover the world of sake at this interactive seminar and industry open house, held at C terrace in Grand Front Osaka. Attendees will get to taste a variety of sakes, enjoy recommended food pairings, and engage with presentations from sake companies about careers and industry insights. This event is designed to provide…
The 21st Echigo Kenshin Sake Festival returns in 2026 for a two-day celebration! Sake, wine, and craft beer crafted in the Joetsu region will be featured. Guests can enjoy tastings and the opportunity to purchase regional beverages, all in one place. Details about the festival activities and lineup will be updated frequently on the official website and social media, so…
The annual Sanmasu Festival returns with the largest sake event hosted by Mimasu Saketen at Kitatopia Asuka Hall. Guests from breweries around Japan will gather for a standing-style tasting, featuring premium sake and specially paired bento boxes. It’s a unique opportunity to taste and compare your favorite labels, chat with the brewers, and enjoy a festive atmosphere. Perfect for both…