Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Yamanaka Lacquerware Festival in Kaga City, Ishikawa! Discover and purchase beautiful Yamanaka lacquerware directly from the artisans at this vibrant two-day market and exhibition. Enjoy a variety of hand-crafted wares, meet talented craftspeople, and explore special displays in the production region of Yamanaka. Perfect for collectors and fans of...
Experience the very first 'Shinagawa Sake Kaido – Shokoku Sakagura Meguri,' a brand-new Japanese sake festival gathering top breweries from every region of Japan, all under one roof. Guests can sample a range of signature sakes, discover new favorites, and even purchase bottles of their 'oshi-zake' directly at the venue. The event features a designated...
Experience the fascinating world and depth of Niigata sake at this intimate talk and tasting event. Three distinct Niigata sake breweries each present their unique styles and philosophies for you to taste and discuss directly with the makers. This event is limited to 20 attendees, offering the rare chance to engage up close with master...
Enjoy a convenient round-trip shuttle bus from Hakata Station and Shin-Iizuka Station to the sake brewery for a special one-day opening event. Reservations are required in advance. The shuttle service makes it easy for sake lovers to visit the brewery and experience the festivities without worrying about transportation. Reservations can be made by visiting the...
Experience the Shinshu Sake Festival at Zenkoji Omotesando! This lively event brings together celebrated local sake breweries and features tastings, food booths, and unique limited editions such as 'Bon appétit 19' and 'HIRVI 19'. Festival-goers can chat directly with brewers, take part in sake tasting sessions, and enjoy special performances. The festival runs from 12:00...
Experience Japanese sake with Daisekkei at the 11th 'Tabisuru SAKE' pop-up and tasting event. Held at the Hankyu Umeda Main Store Festival Plaza in Osaka, this limited-time event runs for six days and features opportunities to meet the sake makers, sample unique sakes, and purchase limited-edition bottles. Quantities are limited, so don't miss your chance...
Experience one of the largest hot sake events in Japan at Junmai Soul 2026! Held at the Yonago Convention Center (Big Ship), this festival offers unlimited sake tastings, two specially paired dishes, and a commemorative sake cup. Additional food is available for purchase. Enjoy a lively celebration highlighting top local and national sake producers. Tickets...
Experience an exclusive one-night-only gourmet and sake dinner event. Enjoy a special seasonal meal paired with expertly selected sakes, interactive talks with three distinguished producers from Maniwa, and a live culinary performance featuring local flavors. The evening also features a networking and commemorative photo session. Seating is limited to 30 guests, and advance reservation is...
Fukuda Brewery in Hirado, Nagasaki, is hosting its annual open house over two days. Visitors can enjoy special limited edition sake, brewery-exclusive bottles, and select products available for purchase in limited quantities. On the first day, the event will also feature a local fish festival hosted by the Shishiki Fishery Cooperative. Doors open from 9:00...
Celebrate Maruishi Day at Maruishi Brewery in Okazaki, Aichi. This two-day event held every second weekend of the month features special limited-edition draft and barrel sake, including the highly anticipated Keg Draft Sake. Attendees can enjoy exclusive tastings, compare various sake offerings, and experience the fresh flavors of Nama sake directly from the brewery. Specialty...
Celebrate spring in Komoro at the Komoro Sake Freak festival! Discover around 80 stalls featuring delicious sake and food from the Shinshu region. Held in the historical castle town, this lively event offers the chance to sample a range of sake, including Junmai Nama Genshu and Junmai Daiginjo, and enjoy local delicacies. It's a must-visit...
Experience a unique tasting event featuring Agara sake varieties at Heiwa Sake Shop's bar counter in Wakayama. Enjoy samples of their house-made sake, including special vintages and new seasonal releases! Test your palate with their signature blind tasting quiz and discover the different flavors of Junmai and Nama Genshu sakes. Follow their Instagram for updates...
Namba Shochu Bubbles is a lively festival celebrating shochu, held at Namba Parks 1F and the Namba Carnival Mall. Enjoy tastings of various shochu brands and experience the festive atmosphere with plenty of bubbles! The event features free admission and is perfect for spirits enthusiasts looking to explore the world of shochu in a vibrant...
Sake enthusiasts are invited to a special Kuramoto Session featuring Teruaki Hashimoto from Miyoshino Jozo, Nara. Enjoy a unique sake tasting and brewery talk at 居酒屋ちえけ (Izakaya Chieka) in Kyoto....
Experience the vibrant world of sake at the 28th Shichiri Sake Festival! Organized in collaboration with local brewers, the event showcases a diverse range of sake varieties, offering tastings and...
Indulge in a celebration of sake at the 45th Annual Sake Enjoyment and Tasting Event! Participants can look forward to unlimited sake, delicious food, sushi, and seasonal fish, all while hearing fascinating talks from the brewer Asahi Shuzo Co., Ltd. This event will take place at Shichifuku Musashi Kosugi Main Store and promises a lively...
Enjoy a special sake tasting event focused on summer sake (natsuzake), designed for those in the food and beverage industry. Discover unique characteristics of natsuzake, learn how to pair it with various dishes, and find business tips for the 2026 season. Participants are encouraged to try different varieties, explore food pairings, and get ideas to...
Crasty, a well-known graffiti artist from Japan, is bringing their art to Bangkok for a special exhibition and pop-up store. Visit BicycleBoys Bangkok to view unique graffiti artworks, experience street...
Discover a unique, intimate sake experience at Ki Teppan & Rogama in Singapore. This special edition brings together brewer, sommelier, and chef for a shared exploration of sake. Guided by Master Sake Sommelier Janice Chi and Seiji Nagai of Ichinokura Brewery, enjoy a curated 5-course pairing menu highlighting the nuanced character of sake across several...
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...
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.