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 a lively day for sake enthusiasts and families alike, at the famous Harushika Brewery in Nara. Entry is free and all are welcome!
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 look forward to exclusive tastings, brewery tours, and the vibrant atmosphere of an open house. Reservations open on August 1st at 12:00 PM and are...
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...
Join the 6th Osanpo Kura Marche for a day dedicated to experiences only possible at a sake brewery! Explore stalls with food, local products, and hands-on workshops themed around sake, sake lees, and sake rice. Highlights include sake kasu crackers, sake rice balls, and sake-inspired fried foods. Discover a unique festival atmosphere hosted by Daiichi...
Akebono Brewery invites sake lovers to enjoy the annual Tenmei Ichiban Shibori Tasting Event on November 1st, 2026. This special open day will feature tastings of freshly-pressed sake at the brewery. Tickets will be available for purchase starting August 8th, and further details about both the in-person and planned online components will be announced soon....
Sample the best sake from Niigata at the Niigata Sake Final Fair! This lively festival brings together sake lovers and producers for a full day of tastings, local product showcases, and special stage events. The event will also feature the Niigata Sister Festa, a PR event for Niigata-made products, and a bustling market area. Entry...
Experience the Yamagata Sake Brewery Marathon, a unique half marathon in Yamagata Prefecture where runners visit local sake breweries along the roughly 21km course. Enjoy sake tastings at checkpoints, local food trucks at the goal, and English-speaking staff ready to help. The race starts at Tendo Central Park and finishes at Yamagata Prefectural Hall. The...
Elevate your understanding of sake with the prestigious SSA Certified Sake Sommelier course at Jijisake in Tokyo. This immersive 2-day experience is perfect for hospitality professionals and sake enthusiasts alike, diving deep into sake production, culture, tasting, and advanced topics like umami science and food pairing. Led by the Sake Sommelier Association, participants gain hands-on...