Kimchi enthusiasts and fermentation fans can join Asian Fermentation for a hands-on workshop on making authentic lacto-fermented kimchi from scratch. Participants will explore the fascinating science of lactic acid fermentation, ingredient selection, and seasoning techniques, all under expert guidance. The two-hour class is great for beginners and seasoned fermenters alike. The event is conducted in...
Experience a special sake bar popup at Tenjin in Fukuoka! FUKUKURA Sake Bar will be making a guest appearance for one day only, offering sake tastings and a unique chance to connect with sake enthusiasts. Enjoy a toast and discover a range of Japanese sake at this exclusive event in the heart of Fukuoka. Follow...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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 sweets featuring sake lees. From a sake lees pancake and coffee breakfast set to lemon pound cake, desserts, and signature drinks, this day is packed...
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...
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 unique sakeware, furoshiki, and hand towels, plus wind chime making, a photo exhibition, and free-play piano in the traditional storehouse. It’s a perfect way for...
Sample over 100 different types of sake from Saga at the Saga Sake Fes 2026! With 21 participating breweries, guests can compare and enjoy a huge variety of regional sake. Chat with local brewers, join in the festive atmosphere, and enjoy food from onsite kitchen cars. Advance tasting tickets (10 pours and a glass) are...
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 participants will have to find the three "something is different" sakes. The event is filled with themed 'kaidan' (ghost story) challenges, such as searching for...
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...
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...
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...
This practical seminar is perfect for anyone preparing for the 2026 SAKE DIPLOMA Level 2 exam, or anyone interested in learning blind tasting. The class includes a detailed explanation of the exam, a focused 30-minute blind tasting, and in-depth commentary on the tasting items, covering four types of sake and two types of shochu. Led...