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...
Experience a magnificent fusion of Japanese sake and Kabuki theater at this exclusive Shuzansai Grand Kabuki festival in Tokyo's iconic Ginza Kabukiza Theatre. The celebration showcases the splendor of traditional culture and innovation, featuring four dramatic Kabuki performances headlined by the celebrated actor Matsumoto Koshiro X. Attendees receive unique cultural experiences including exclusive Kabuki playbills,...
Experience Shizuoka's celebrated sake at the Shizuoka Jizake Festival 2026 in Numazu! Explore free tastings from a wide array of local sake breweries, and enjoy food and appetizers available for purchase at the venue. This festival brings together sake lovers and regional producers for a lively afternoon. Organized by the Shizuoka Prefecture Brewers Association. Tickets...
Join a special gathering featuring Shiraishi Brewery at Taishido Kago in Tokyo. Enjoy an evening dedicated to tasting sake and meeting others who share a passion for Japanese sake. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about Shiraishi Brewery's craft within an authentic and communal atmosphere.
Begin your sake education journey with the SSA Introductory Sake Professional Course in Tokyo. This engaging half-day program, designed by the Sake Sommelier Association, covers the history and culture of sake, brewing techniques, tasting etiquette, and different sake styles. Ideal for beginners and enthusiasts, the course also features a guided sake tasting and provides participants...
Dewazakura Sake Brewery's Kanshu Festival 2026 brings together 10 amazing food vendors—double last year's lineup! Experience exceptional Japanese sake with delicious gourmet food offerings, including options for kids and non-drinkers, plus plenty of lively festival vibes. Savor sake, feast on food, and enjoy a festive day at Dewazakura's Tenku Kura facility (please note: not at...
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind sake journey on a special train transformed into a sake academy, traveling from Nagoya Station to Narai Station. Experience lectures from local sake masters representing Nakazen Shuzo, Nanawarai Shuzo, and Yukawa Shuzo, while soaking in the stunning Kiso Valley scenery. Participants can discover the secrets of sake brewing and sample distinctive regional...
World Tea Culture Exhibition 2026 Autumn gathers fine teas from around the globe for two days in Tokyo! Explore a variety of flavors and aromas while learning about the diverse cultures behind each type of tea. Enjoy tastings, discover global tea traditions, and take a flavorful journey across the world—all in the heart of the...
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...
Join the Kurihara Autumn Sake Brewery Opening for a tour of six stunning local sake breweries set among rice fields. Sample sake from renowned breweries such as Kurikomayama, Kinmonryu, Hagi-no-Tsuru, Montsuta, Wataya, and Shisen. The opening celebration includes tastings, local festivities, and is held at Epoca 21, conveniently located just a minute from Kurikoma-Kogen Station's...
Jizake Street 2026 is a lively Japanese sake festival featuring a diverse selection of craft sakes from local breweries. Attendees can enjoy tastings from various producers and explore unique Japanese spirits in a festive street market atmosphere. Multiple ticket options are offered, including morning, afternoon, and all-day sessions. The event is held at Kuboyama Sake...
Explore the world of Niigata Nagaoka sake over two days of in-depth seminars, tastings, and panels at the Kikisake-shi Forum 2026, featuring Nagaoka City. Ticket includes admission to the renowned Echigo Nagaoka Sake Festival. Hosted by the Sake Service Institute (SSI) in partnership with SSI International.
Experience a vibrant market and festival atmosphere at Harushika Sake Brewery Marche! Sample a variety of sake and enjoy local food trucks, community stalls, and festival activities. This event promises...
Enjoy a prestigious sake tasting championship and celebration of Nara sake at the newly renovated Nara Hotel. Guests can savor a buffet featuring local sake from various breweries and the hotel’s gourmet cuisine. The event includes a sake-tasting competition followed by a seated buffet, with special Nara sake-themed souvenirs for attendees. Registration begins at 10:30...
Discover the world of characterful sake and gourmet Japanese cuisine at ZAKE G-MEN 2026. Hosted at Hotel Associa Toyohashi, this event features a curated lineup of unique sake brands, each thoughtfully paired with delicious dishes. Connect with sake experts, participate in engaging conversations, and enjoy an immersive sake-tasting experience. Free-flow sake and a special original...
Celebrate the best of Nagano’s sake at YOMOYAMA NAGANO 2026! This is the final edition of this beloved sake festival, bringing together top breweries from across Nagano Prefecture. Each brewery will showcase their proud creations at their own booth, giving sake fans the unique opportunity to sample a wide variety of sakes and chat directly...
Kanpai! Gunma 2026 is set to take place on June 16th, 2026 at the Showa Government Building, Gunma Prefectural Office in Maebashi. This lively festival celebrates sake, featuring a variety of Japanese sake, beautiful sake vessels, gourmet food stalls, and live performances. Guests can explore workshops, craft exhibitions, and tasting sessions throughout the day. For...
The 17th Meishu-no-Utage Sake Festival is gathering sake lovers from around Kochi and beyond. Enjoy unlimited tastings of rare and limited-edition sake from participating local breweries, including Tosa Tsuru, Arimitsu, Suigei, and more. Special guests include Hironobu Hasegawa (CEO of Sagawa Sake Shop), sake sommelier Shizuka Midorikawa, and idol Azuki Moeno. Don’t miss the 'Kochi...
Celebrate Japanese sake culture at &SAKE FUKUOKA 2026, a two-day event featuring sake tastings, exhibitions, and a wide range of sake experiences at the Fukuoka International Center. Attendees will be able to sample an impressive range of sake from different producers and learn more about the world of sake in a vibrant atmosphere. This is...
The KISSYO Sake Fest in Yokohama offers a fantastic opportunity to discover and enjoy over 50 varieties of sake directly from their brewers. Engage with sake makers, enjoy a variety of tastings, and join in on panel discussions and talk shows related to sake culture. Food will be provided, and it's a welcoming space for...
Nihonshu Go-Around returns in 2026, celebrating Sake Day in 15 cities across Japan. Attendees can enjoy tastings at various venues, collect new commemorative badges, and experience local sake culture in participating cities. Listed time frame is a placeholder—full event details and specific locations will be announced closer to the date. If you're a sake fan,...
Experience an exciting sake festival featuring four renowned sake breweries from Shimizu at the Surugaji Sake Messe! Highlights include a special secret sake section curated by the toji (brewmasters) and a variety of interactive activities. Organized by the Shimizu Brewers Association, this unique event promises plenty of fun for sake enthusiasts. Tickets must be purchased...
Experience Suwa Gozō's meticulously crafted sake as you stroll the Kamisuwa Kaido street, visiting local eateries and enjoying delicious sake-paired bites from food stalls. This event is a fun way to explore Suwa's historic town, taste various types of sake, and learn about local craftsmanship from renowned brewers. The event features five traditional breweries and...
Explore over 100 varieties of sake at Nadaya's Great Japan Sake Festival 2026. Featuring unlimited tastings, this festival brings together sake from 26 breweries across Japan for a day of flavor discovery. The festival is split into two sessions, and tickets are available online. Join sake enthusiasts for a lively and immersive experience in Tokyo's...
Aoki Sake Brewery is hosting its annual 'Gokeiji no Okura-iri' festival, a special autumn brewery event offering unique sake experiences that can only be enjoyed at the brewery. Visitors can...