Sakesakana hosts an exclusive sake tasting and pairing event with the brewers from Tonoike Shuzoten, renowned for their 'Nozomi bo:' sake, coming all the way from Mashiko, Tochigi, Japan. Guests will have the unique opportunity to meet the brewers in person, learn about their celebrated brand, and enjoy a specially curated tasting set featuring three...
Celebrate after work with a refreshing night breeze and a variety of delicious Nagasaki-made sake, shochu, and liqueurs. This vibrant outdoor festival by the Nagasaki Sake Brewers Association brings together local sake, shochu, and liqueur makers for a fantastic tasting experience. Savor two different drinks with each 400 yen ticket, and enjoy food trucks and...
KANPAI! GUNMA 2025 is one of the largest sake tasting events in the northern Kanto region, featuring over 200 varieties of local sake from Gunma. Attendees can sample a wide selection of sake and enjoy gourmet food made with local ingredients. The event is family-friendly, offering plenty of delicious options for those who do not...
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of Nakazawa Sake Brewery at their first-ever Autumn Sake Festival! Enjoy sake tastings, exclusive limited edition brews, and delicious snacks from local food trucks. Brewery tours will also be available, led by the 11th-generation head brewer. Entry is ticketed and advance reservation is recommended. Experience a unique seasonal event combining local...
Celebrate the first-ever Kura Fest at Kubiki Shuzo in Kakizaki! On October 4, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM, enjoy a full day of fun with delicious food, sake tastings, and family-friendly activities. Savor specialties like yakiniku bowls from Soul Kalbi, tofu miso, farm-fresh shaved strawberry milk, and fresh new harvest rice. Sample up...
Sake Marche 2025 is a delightful festival celebrating Ishikawa's local sake and gourmet cuisine. With sake from renowned breweries across the Noto region and food from top area restaurants, this event connects people, cultures, and flavors in a lively, casual atmosphere by the scenic Shiinoki Guest House and Green Area in Kanazawa. Admission is free,...
Celebrate sake at Musashi no Kuni no Sake Matsuri 2025 at Okunitama Shrine in Fuchu, Tokyo! Visitors can taste various sake from all over Japan, enjoy local snacks recommended by the Fuchu Tourism Association, try the popular 'Tokyo Local Sake Soda,' and purchase Tokyo local sake to take home. Miss SAKE 2025 will also make...
The Iwate Sake No En festival returns for its 3rd year in Morioka! Savor a wide variety of local sake from multiple booths set up in front of Morioka History and Culture Museum, inside Morioka Castle Ruins Park. Sample tickets (10 per set) can be exchanged for drinks at each tent. Pre-sale tickets cost ¥3,000...
Explore the famous Kami-Suwa Kaido while sipping on exquisite sake from the renowned Suwa Five Breweries. Local restaurants join in to offer a variety of delicious food stalls, making this walking and sipping event a culinary and sake lover’s delight. Please note: This event is completely sold out, and no tickets will be available at...
Experience the Tokyo SAKE Collection 2025 at Bellesalle Akihabara! Over 100 varieties of sake from brewers all across Japan await you at this unique tasting event. The festival features a special selection of autumn sake, with exclusive pure rice ginjo and “Meharitsuru” on offer. There will also be a talk show with special guests and...
This intimate sake event at Standing Bar PlanB in Fukuoka is limited to 40 guests and requires advance reservations! Attendees can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere as several sake breweries gather to share their prized selections, with unlimited tastings available. Savor the experience of meeting sake brewers directly and exchanging stories over carefully paired Japanese sake...
Explore the wonderful world of Japanese distilled spirits at the Japan Spirits Festival 2025! Sample Japanese whisky, craft gin, authentic shochu, rum, and brandy from distilleries across Japan. This lively autumn festival is held at TOKYO TORCH park, just steps from Tokyo Station. Attendees can buy tasting coins at the event (250 yen per coin,...
Celebrate the origins of Japanese sake at the Shimane Sake Fair in Matsue. Held at the historic Matsue Castle, this event gathers local breweries from Shimane prefecture for an evening of tasting and tradition. Join fellow enthusiasts to experience renowned sake and local snacks in an iconic setting. Entry tickets are sold in advance and...
The Shiga Jizake (local sake) Festival returns to Otsu after four years! Join over 30 Shiga breweries for a grand tasting event featuring a diverse range of unique Shiga sake, all under one roof at the renowned Biwako Hotel. Guests can enjoy two separate sessions, each accommodating up to 750 people, with the chance to...
Celebrate Japan's sake culture at the Ootsuka Sake Walk 2025! Join 11 breweries and sample 22 varieties of sake, along with a collaboration beer from NAMACHA'n Brewing. Enjoy a complimentary beer and a unique dish from each of 9 participating venues. The event also features specialties from restaurants like HuQu and guest appearances from renowned...
Imanaka Sake Shop is hosting a special sake and wine tasting event exclusively for restaurant professionals, thanks to the hospitality of ShimoKawa in Kobe. The event features a variety of classic sake, specialty sake, and shochu, as well as a wine importer showcasing wines that pair well with food. No reservation is required—just bring a...
Gather at Toranomon Hills Station Tower for Nihonshu Tora no Maki Vol.2, a sake and food stroll event featuring popular sake breweries from across Japan collaborating with top T-MARKET restaurants. This lively event is growing each year and promises exclusive collaborations, fun atmosphere, and a perfect after-work stop. Enjoy sake, unique dishes, and entertainment rain...
The beginner-friendly Japanese sake lecture series 'Nihonshu no Iroha' is back for autumn! This course, held at Sake Dokoro Asanoha in Fukuoka, is perfect for those who want to learn more about sake, meet like-minded sake fans, and expand their enjoyment of sakelife. Each session includes tastings of three types of sake, a delicious dinner...
Experience the Fukushima Sake Festival at the SL Square, West Exit of JR Shinbashi Station in Tokyo! Savor sake from an amazing lineup of 52 sake breweries from Fukushima Prefecture. Each ticket includes a special snack box and enough sake/snack coupons to sample and enjoy the selection. There's even a premium ticket with a beautiful...
Enjoy a one-night-only Sake Makers Dinner at KOSA, Ace Hotel Kyoto. This special event features a collaborative menu with Chef Katy Cole and premium selections from the Noguchi Naohiko Sake Laboratory. The multi-course dinner pairs unique dishes—such as bigfin reef squid and scallops with cashew nut sauce and Kyoto duck breast over melted leek risotto—with...