Celebrate summer with the Natsuzake Festival at the Furusato Gourmet Terrace in Utsunomiya! Discover a rich selection of summer sake and regional foods curated by local breweries and food vendors. Enjoy tastings of seasonal sake varieties and sample specialty dishes from Tochigi’s talented chefs. This three-day festival (July 18–20, 2026) is the perfect opportunity for...
SPIN AND GRIND in Sinchon presents CUT & PASTE: A Korean Punk & Hardcore Zine Fair, a celebratory exhibition dedicated to the vibrant history and culture of Korean punk and hardcore zines. The showcase features zines published since the early 2000s, with new releases and reprints available for purchase. Enjoy live talks with first-generation zine...
Los Elegantes returns to Sake House for a lively afternoon pop-up featuring seasonal summer sake and a unique spin on Tacos Al Pastor. Enjoy smoky, savory grilled marinated pork tacos with a sweet touch of pineapple, perfectly paired with breezy summer sake. No reservations needed—just drop by and enjoy until they sell out! There is...
Yamanaka Sake Shop hosts a generous free tasting and sales pop-up featuring renowned sake breweries including Kurumazaka. Sample a diverse selection of sake crafted by master brewers, with an emphasis on food-friendly, everyday styles. No reservation necessary—just show up, taste, and purchase your favorites directly on site. While supplies last! Organized by the esteemed Yoshimura...
Experience more than 13 varieties of Saku sake at the Saku Sake Festival this summer at Iwamurada Shrine Garden. Savor a wide lineup and enjoy a fun sake tasting adventure in Saku! Note: The sake selection may change during the event, and drinking and driving is strictly prohibited.
Sake Bar Asoko, hailing from New York City's Lower East Side, is popping up at KUSHI in TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET for one day. Guests can savor ingredients and traditional dishes...
KojiConnect Japan offers a unique opportunity to learn about koji, the heart of Japanese cuisine, directly from Gomi-san, the 6th-generation owner of Gomi Shoyu. This in-person workshop in Yamanashi lets...
Discover the flavors of the region and the brewery at the Hamafukutsuru Brewery Morning Market! Taking place under a special tent in the parking lot, this market features the release...
Experience the unique fusion of sauna and sake at Hachinohe Sake Brewery's Summer Brewery Festival! This special event allows you to enjoy the process of sake making while relaxing in...
Experience the sixth annual Hokkaido Whisky & Spirits Fest! Dive into a day of exclusive encounters and aromas you won't find anywhere else. Enjoy whisky, spirits, and more through various...
Celebrate summer at the Hassen Summer Kura Festival 2026, taking place at Hachinohe Shuzo (Hachinohe Brewery) near the Shinnaidagawa riverside parking lot in Hachinohe, Aomori. Enjoy sake tastings, delicious food,...
Experience a special day appreciating the terroir of Eiheiji at Nihonshuya Ichiro in Osaka. Brewer Masako Yoshida from Yoshida Shuzo is arriving from Fukui's Eiheiji to guide attendees through seven...
Explore unique sake selections at mehe vol.1, a sake tasting popup hosted at HEHE. With sake from Niidahonke and special guests, guests can enjoy a lively tasting experience in Maebashi....
Experience 'Kakuuchi' at Kozendo Gallery, an event rooted in the Japanese tradition of sipping sake at a local shop. Enjoy a refined sake tasting in a sophisticated gallery setting. This...
Experience a unique sake tasting event hosted by three renowned sake breweries: Nihonsakari, Ozeki, and Hakushika. Compare the distinct flavors and craftsmanship of each brewery in an immersive tasting session....
Explore the world of Japanese sake and culinary delights at "Aichi Terroirs: One Table Pairing Event." Meet sake brewery leaders Masahiro Yamada (Gikyo) and Mitsuaki Kataoka (Nito), who will share...
Celebrate the 4th anniversary of Yui Saketen with a special sake tasting cruise aboard a traditional yakatabune boat on the Sumida River. Enjoy a variety of premium sake from top...
Dive into a new frontier of sake making at 'Beyond Rice – An Alternative Koji Evening,' a one-night-only pop-up curated by Cindy Bissig. Discover three exclusive craft sakes from LINNÉ's 800 (Yao) Series, each made using kōji grown on unconventional bases—buckwheat (soba), barley, and chestnut. Guests will enjoy these experimental expressions paired with three curated...
Sample a wide variety of shochu at the Summer Shochu Tasting Event, held at Sakaho Yokozeki's front space. Discover the colorful flavors of shochu, ranging from light and refreshing to...
Discover the charm of shochu at this summer tasting event hosted at Sakaho Yokozeki! Explore a wide selection ranging from light and refreshing to deep, rich flavors. Find your favorite...
My Sake World is hosting a special free sake tasting and blending workshop for restaurant owners, businesses, and those considering OEM in Tokyo. Attendees can experience creating their own original Japanese sake blend from 24 varieties. Participation is free but advanced reservations are required. The event is held over two days, July 25th and 26th,...
Experience Japan's premier sake festival as over 53 breweries gather to present more than 250 varieties of sake, shochu, umeshu, fruit wines, honey mead, and amazake. Enjoy free sake tastings, stage performances, live entertainment, an abundance of snacks that pair perfectly with Japanese drinks, and opportunities to purchase bottles on site. This annual summer event...
Puku Puku Brewing is hosting a special event in Tokyo on July 25. While full details are available on their Instagram post, the gathering will center on fermentation and Japanese brewing culture. Expect a fun, social atmosphere where you can meet others passionate about brewing and taste some unique creations from Puku Puku Brewing.
Experience a special tasting and sales event at Yamanaka Sake Shop Ekimarche in Osaka, featuring brewers from Niigata's Kashiwazaki city and the renowned 'Kusunoki no Homare' brewery. Explore an array of Japanese sake, participate in tastings, and chat with brewers. This event is perfect for sake lovers and anyone curious about Japanese sake culture.
