Discover a gathering of Japanese sake brewed exclusively with the rare Omachi rice at the 17th Omachi Summit. Sake producers from all across Japan come together at Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, offering attendees a unique opportunity to taste and explore a wide variety of premium Omachi rice sake. This vibrant event celebrates sake culture, craftsmanship, and...
Discover the legacy and future of Okayama’s sake at this unique event featuring local sake rice farmers and brewers, with a special focus on Omachi sake rice. The day includes a talk session with sake rice producers (11:30-12:30) and a large tasting of Okayama’s regional sake, where you can sample and learn about a diversity...
The Ōkinawa Fair at Tobu Ikebukuro brings a taste of Okinawa to Tokyo, featuring booths from Kamimura Shuzo sake brewery and others. Explore Awamori tastings—whether you're a seasoned fan or a curious newcomer. Non-alcoholic drinks are available, and you'll also discover Okinawan cuisine, sweets, and unique goods. Special guests include the brewery president and manager...
Discover the 16th Hana-no-Utage festival in Tokyo, where you can taste a variety of sake, shochu, and beer brewed with flower yeast from producers all over Japan! This event is held at Tokyo University of Agriculture (Setagaya Campus) and features direct encounters with brewery representatives, many of whom are alumni. There will be two sessions...
Discover the vibrant Saketabi Yoichi Sake Night Market at KITTE Osaka's Sunken Garden. For 10 days, sample from a spectacular selection of around 300 varieties of local craft beer and sake from across Japan accompanied by relaxing background music and cooling mist. Every admission includes tasting tickets worth 3,000 yen and a special meal voucher...
Celebrate all things sake at Sake Matsuri 2026, set to take place at MyDome Osaka. This lively festival offers a fantastic opportunity to discover and taste a wide variety of sake from different regions, meet local brewers, and enjoy traditional festival vibes. Whether you're a sake enthusiast or just curious, this event is a must-visit!
Asabiraki Sake Brewery is hosting a lively fair that everyone can enjoy, from adults to kids! Enjoy all-you-can-drink sake, beer, and cocktails for up to three hours, along with a wide array of food stalls and a special kids' festival overseen by university students. Various local vendors will provide delicious eats and fun attractions, and...
Don’t miss the special collaboration event between Sakekobo Umemoto and the famous sake brewery Harushika! Postponed in June due to a typhoon, the event is now happening on August 8th. Enjoy an early start from 12:00 PM for a full day of sake tasting, with Harushika’s Mr. Kusano in attendance to share insights on the...
Test your sake skills at the 44th National Kikisake Sake Tasting Competition, Saga Prefecture Qualifier! Participants will taste and judge seven different types of sake, identifying matching pairs by flavor and aroma. Beginners are welcome, and explanations from local sake brewers will be provided. The competition is open to residents, workers, and students (university or...
Sake lovers and newcomers are invited to the 26th Pei-chan Sake Meetup for a special Ubukata sake tasting night. Indulge in a luxurious all-you-can-drink and compare different Ubukata sakes, featuring rare and special-edition bottles curated over a year. Enjoy this unique experience at MY NEW HOUSE, a venue known for its wagyu beef hashed rice,...
Hakkaisan presents Kikizake Day, taking over ATSUGI COFFEE for a special one-day pop-up. Experience a unique blend of sake, coffee brewed with sake brewing water, Hakkaisan's Raiden Beer, and delicious...
Celebrate at the annual Kikusui Festival 2026, held at the iconic Kikusuiro, a historic Nara ryotei established in 1891. Known for bringing Nara together as a city of connection, this festival features 20 local shops coming together under one roof. Experience the craftsmanship and flavors Nara has to offer, and browse a curated market of...
Dive into the world of craft sake and independent publishing at this unique event in Oga! Hosted by Huuuu and co-hosted by InetoAgave, this lively gathering features a panel session...
Kikusui Sake Brewery Garden is hosting a three-day summer festival from August 13–15, 2026! Enjoy seasonal experiences like brewery-style shaved ice, a local farmers’ vegetable market, a special bazaar of...
The New Retro Sake Festival 2026 returns to Nishinomiya, offering a fun blend of traditional sake experiences with a modern twist. Sample chilled summer sake, sweet sake for beginners, highballs,...
Explore the world of sake at this special meetup hosted by Sakezukuroubu with Sachihime Sake Brewery. Special guest Mitsuru Iwasaki will join to share insights and celebrate sake culture. Enjoy...
Join Iinumahonke Sake Brewery for a special rice harvesting experience in their own rice fields! Participants will harvest sake rice 'Gohyakumangoku,' which is later used to brew delicious Japanese sake....
Celebrate summer with the Kikutsuka Festival at Kikuno Tsukasa Sake Brewery! Enjoy all-you-can-drink sake, a sake tasting competition, a prize lottery, and guided brewery tours (8 people per tour, 500...
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...
Experience an exceptional collaboration between Wada Emi no Wine Juku and Kyogen artist Yataro Okura. Enjoy an up-close introduction to the classical Japanese comedic theater "Kyogen" with easy-to-follow commentary, making it perfect for both beginners and international guests. After the performance, join the artists for drinks, lively Q&A, and sample around 6–8 types of Japanese...
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tokyo Port Brewery's sake brewing license! Join the brewery team and fellow fans for a one-day-only event featuring the ceremonial breaking of the sake barrel with the special 10th anniversary sake, two different session times (11:00-13:30 and 14:30-17:00, each with 60-person capacity), and festivities at both the brewery and the...
The beloved Tenryohai Sake Brewery is bringing back its annual Summer Festival! Taking place at the brewery's main grounds, guests can look forward to a festive brewery open day with...
Experience a vibrant celebration of Kamikawa's diverse alcoholic beverages and foods at the Kamikawa OSAKE Meeting & Kamikawa Food Story! Enjoy tastings from local sake, wine, craft beer, whisky, and...
Experience a special pairing event featuring Saka-fune and the esteemed Sasaichi Sake Brewery from Yamanashi Prefecture. Enjoy five delicious dishes paired with five varieties of Sasaichi's 'Dan' sake, a label...
