Experience the tradition of Japanese sake brewing, recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, at the Goshuin Sake Festival. Held at the special venue at the South Gate of Tsushima Shrine, the festival features tastings from renowned breweries across the Owari region, ticketed sake tasting, and a variety of local food vendors such as BEARS...
Celebrate eight years since the revival of the Yokoyama sake brewery at their first open house festival! Enjoy exclusive sake tastings featuring Yokoyama and Yokoyama Goju as well as Chingu shochu, with special limited-edition brews and complimentary pours. Twelve handpicked local and regional shops will offer delicious snacks perfectly paired with sake. Live performances include...
Celebrate the start of summer with a special open house at Maruyama Sake Brewery in Joetsu, Niigata. Enjoy exclusive sake tastings, brewery tours, limited-release sake, delicious local foods, and a hands-on label workshop. Experience parts of the sake-making process not usually open to the public, and sample sweet sake and Kashiwa soup (first-come, first-served). Sake...
Sakejump Takanawa presents a sake tasting collaboration featuring Yuta Abe from Abe Shuzo and Taisuke Satou from haccoba. Guests will have the chance to discover and experience a variety of unique sakes in Takanawa. This event is a great opportunity for sake enthusiasts to engage directly with sake brewers and explore new flavors.
Celebrate the 8th anniversary of Yokoyama Brewery at the 2026 Yokoyama Kura Fest! Experience a festive day at Omoeka Shuzo's Yokoyama Brewery, which will feature special events, tastings, and a vibrant community gathering. This two-day event is a great opportunity for sake enthusiasts and newcomers alike to connect and enjoy local flavors. This event takes...
The Kamikawa Taisetsu Sake Brewery presents the Hekiun-gura Brewery Festival at their Tokachi location, inside the Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine. Sake fans can look forward to a festive gathering with tastings and more! Full details and schedule are coming soon. The festival runs May 16-17, 2026.
Meet The Maker Koueigiku is a special sake tasting and market event hosted by Kagoya in Tokyo. Enjoy tastings and a chance to meet Koueigiku's director, Yuya Tashita, while exploring a variety of premium sakes. The event kicks off on May 16 at Kagoya's Shimotakaido and Sengawa stores. The event continues on May 17 at...
Celebrate the 8th anniversary of the Yokoyama Kura Festival with a special premium talk session featuring distinguished sake brewery leaders Norifumi Sumikawa (Sumikawa Shuzo) and Taizo Yokoyama (Oue Shuzo). Dive into the world of sake brewing, community, and tradition at this lively annual event. The discussion will be a highlight of the day, offering unique...
Celebrate the new sake from all Izumo breweries at the Izumo Shinshu Festival! Enjoy tastings of the season's freshest sake, brought to you by Izumo's sake breweries. Entry is limited to those over the age of 20 and not driving. The event is organized by the Izumo Sake Brewers Association and co-hosted by Palmate Izumo....
Discover the beauty, culture, and heart of Japanese sake as new Miss and Mr. Sake ambassadors are chosen in a special day of celebration. The 2026 Mrs. SAKE / Mr. SAKE Final Selection features an elegant program at Kanda Myojin Hall, with table seating, food, and drinks. Open to guests aged 20 and over. Presented...
Enjoy a delightful evening at the 12th annual Sake Festival, hosted at Hachinohe Plaza Hotel Urban Hall. Sample a diverse selection of sake, from classic brews to rare finds courtesy of Hachinohe Shuzo, all paired with delicious food. Only 500 seats are available, so don't miss your chance to toast and taste alongside sake enthusiasts....
Kuramoto Session Vol.03 features Takaharu Tanaka from Tokyo's Toshimaya Shuzo sake brewery. Attendees can look forward to an engaging sake tasting and chance to meet a renowned sake maker. Hosted at Arbol 雅宝 in Awajicho, this session is perfect for sake enthusiasts and anyone curious about Japanese brewing traditions. The event takes place in central...
Celebrate Japanese sake culture at the Toyohashi Sake Festival, an exciting event dedicated to sake lovers! Sample a wide variety of sake, enjoy local food, and experience festival vibes with decorative lanterns and performances. The event takes place at em CAMPUS FOOD in Toyohashi, rain or shine. Please note: attendees must be 20 or older...
Explore the vibrant Tamakuri New Area Market Vol. 8, a lively event in Tamatsukuri Onsen featuring sake breweries, craft beer, wine, food stalls, flower displays, workshops, and artisan goods. Sample brews from top sake producers, enjoy locally crafted beer and unique wines, discover food from local favorites, and join workshops like glass painting and pottery....
Explore Kyoto's vibrant sake scene at the Kyoto Nihonshu Dropkick 2026! This event features a lively sake crawl across 24 different local venues, offering guests a delightful chance to sample a wide variety of Japanese sake. Held since 2009, the festival brings together popular izakayas and sake brewers for a unique city-wide tasting experience. Join...
Celebrate the third Sangenjaya Hashigo, a community sake and cheese crawl with a goal of over 100 participating shops! No entrance ticket is needed—just join in and enjoy a special sake and cheese pairing set at each participating venue for 1,000 yen per shop. Perfect for exploring Sangenjaya through a variety of sake and cheese...
Experience a delightful evening of curated cheese and sake pairings at "salone'自在" in Numazu, Shizuoka. This intimate tasting event, limited to just 24 guests, is organized by Takashima Brewery. Enjoy a selection of fine cheeses along with thoughtfully chosen sakes for a unique flavor journey. Reservations must be made via Instagram direct message to either...
Dive into the traditions and modern delights of fermentation at the 5th annual Fermentation Culture Summit by Wooden Barrel, taking place at the Hanshin Umeda Main Store, Food Festival Terrace in Osaka! Discover expert talks, tastings, workshops, and engaging displays, all centered around the unique flavors created through wooden barrel fermentation. This multi-day event runs...
Explore the rich flavors and culture of fermentation at the 5th Fermentation Culture Summit by Wooden Barrel, happening at Hanshin in Kobe. This festival brings together delicious, barrel-fermented foods from across Japan. Enjoy a vibrant exhibition, hands-on workshops, and a celebration of traditional fermentation methods. Workshops are held throughout the event period.
Experience a celebration of sake at the 30th ShidaHeiya Nectar Story. Held at GRANDAIR Bouquet TOKAI in Shizuoka, this festival features premium sake from renowned local breweries including Isojiman, Shidaizumi, Sugii, Hatsukame, and Omuraya. Enjoy a seated-style tasting event with up to 350 attendees. Tickets are only available online (no sales at the venue or...
Discover the vibrant flavors of sake on a stroll through the lush streets of Ebisu and Daikanyama. This festival offers participants the chance to explore approximately 30 restaurants and special venues in the area, sampling delicious sake and seasonal foods along the way. Perfect for sake lovers and foodies looking for a fun day out!...
Explore the best of Kyoto by joining 'tantan kura around,' a sake brewery festival and tasting tour! This event takes you on a unique journey across several renowned breweries in the 'Kyoto by the Sea' region. The festival features guided tours, tastings, a brewery stamp rally, and even a bus tour connecting different sake makers....
Celebrate sake culture at the Sake Brewery Festival on May 23rd! Held in front of Otani Shuzo in Yasugi City, Shimane, this fun-filled festival offers free admission, sake tastings, a sake-tasting competition, local gourmet food for sale (including the award-winning Agoniku Curry Burger), and live entertainment. The first 500 visitors will receive a special gift...
Explore the charming Tamagawa Brewery at their annual Open House! Dive into a day packed with local sake tastings, brewery tours, games, food stalls, and festive fun for visitors of all ages. This lively event is a must for sake lovers and a welcoming introduction for those new to Japan's iconic beverage. Hosted at Kinoshita...
Wakashika Kai is a lively outdoor sake and food festival held by Akishika Brewery in Nōse, Osaka. With plenty of sake tastings, local food vendors, and performances, this event is perfect for anyone interested in Japanese sake and delicious regional cuisine. Entry includes a tasting ticket, and additional tasting tickets are available for purchase. University...