Kobe Minato Shochu Festival
KIITO Kobe (Design and Creative Center Kobe, former Kobe City Raw Silk Testing Center) Japan, Kobe
Kyushu Distillery Festival Saga 2026
Royal Chester Saga - Main Building & Parking Lot Tenjin 1-1-28, Saga
Sake Brewery Experience Tour “Water” (Day 1 of 2)
JR Saijo Station (South Exit) Saijocho Saijo, Higashihiroshima
Aoki Sake Brewery Tasting & Sales Event (Day 1 of 3)
VAL Koga Main Entrance Special Venue 620 Komahane, Koga
Sake Workshop at Shonan Tree House
SHONAN TREE HOUSE SHONAN TREE HOUSE / Community Space, Hiratsuka
City of Sake Symposium Nishinomiya
Otemae University Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus 6-42 Ochayashocho, Nishinomiya
Yamanaka Sake Shop x Aoi Shuzo x Sakafune Collaboration Event
Sakafune 3 Chome-12-9 Motomachi, Osaka
Week of Events
Sunday, May 31, 2026
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May 31, 2026 -9th Nihonshu Tasting Event
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May 31, 2026 -Kobe Minato Shochu Festival
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May 31, 2026 -Daishinshu Kurabiraki Ai Kansha-sai 2026
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May 31, 2026 -KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest Pairing Lunch Show
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May 31, 2026 -Kyushu Distillery Festival Saga 2026
9th Nihonshu Tasting Event
The 9th Nihonshu Tasting Event is back in Izumiotsu, Osaka, bringing together sake lovers for a day of curated tasting. Enjoy a selection of 50 hand-picked sake varieties from 10 renowned breweries across Japan. This lively event will feature music, a variety of food vendors on-site (note: food costs extra), and opportunities to mingle with...
Kobe Minato Shochu Festival
Experience one of the largest Shochu festivals in the Kansai region as 34 distilleries gather in Kobe for the first time ever! Enjoy unlimited shochu tastings included in your ticket...
Daishinshu Kurabiraki Ai Kansha-sai 2026
Celebrate the annual "Ai Kansha-sai" (Love and Gratitude Festival) at Daishinshu Brewery. This Kurabiraki, or brewery opening, honors the support of their customers with a day of festivities. Attendees can...
KIGEN Japanese Sake Fest Pairing Lunch Show
Experience a unique sake pairing lunch at A+ à plus, a French restaurant located in the Yamato Distillery in Nara. This special collaboration brings together Chef Tatsuya Kobayashi and Chobei Yamamoto, the 13th generation head of Yucho Sake Brewery. Expect a creative menu designed to complement expertly selected Japanese sake from a historic Nara brewery....
Kyushu Distillery Festival Saga 2026
The third annual Kyushu Distillery Festival in Saga brings together whisky and spirits lovers for a day of tasting experiences. Featuring booths from makers, bars, collectors, and importers, the festival...
Monday, June 1, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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June 2, 2026 -WADAYA STAND × Dassai Pop-up Event
WADAYA STAND × Dassai Pop-up Event
WADAYA STAND teams up with Dassai for a special pop-up event in Tokyo! Expect exclusive sake offerings and a unique menu crafted for this day only. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy Dassai and WADAYA STAND specialties together. Enthusiasts of sake won't want to miss this collaboration. Early arrival is recommended as it promises...
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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June 3, 2026 -Free Tasting Experience in Osaka Shinsaibashi
Free Tasting Experience in Osaka Shinsaibashi
My Sake World is offering a free tasting experience in Osaka's Shinsaibashi area, where participants can blend their own original sake starting from 24 bottles. Intended for restaurants, businesses, and those considering OEM options, this hands-on workshop is a fantastic chance to explore the possibilities of custom sake blending. Admission is free, but there is...
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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June 4, 2026 -Koshi no Kanbai Sake Tasting with Brewmaster
Koshi no Kanbai Sake Tasting with Brewmaster
Experience a special tasting event featuring the renowned sake brand Koshi no Kanbai from Niigata. Enjoy an intimate conversation and sake session with the prestigious brewmaster from Ishimoto Shuzo brewery. The event will be held at Tachinomi Kuri, offering a unique chance to learn from and drink with a true sake expert. Whether you are...
Friday, June 5, 2026
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June 5, 2026 -Sake Brewery Experience Tour “Water” (Day 1 of 2)
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June 5, 2026 -Aoki Sake Brewery Tasting & Sales Event (Day 1 of 3)
Sake Brewery Experience Tour “Water” (Day 1 of 2)
Join a unique two-day guided experience by Kamotsuru Sake Brewing in Higashihiroshima this June. The "Sake Brewery Experience Tour 'Water'" invites you to discover the foundational role of water in Japanese sake brewing. This immersive spring course features a trek to the brewery's water source and hands-on water activity, rice planting, aroma workshop at the...
Aoki Sake Brewery Tasting & Sales Event (Day 1 of 3)
Discover the tradition of sake brewing at the Aoki Sake Brewery Tasting & Sales Event in Koga, Ibaraki. Founded in 1831, Aoki Sake Brewery shares its legacy through a range of authentic sake selections. Enjoy tastings and the chance to purchase specialty sakes, including limited editions brewed with painstaking care by the Aoki family and...
Saturday, June 6, 2026
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June 6, 2026Kenny Scharf & Keith Haring: K!K!
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June 6, 2026 -Sake & Nishi Park Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
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June 6, 2026 -Sake Workshop at Shonan Tree House
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June 6, 2026 -City of Sake Symposium Nishinomiya
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June 6, 2026 -Fukushima Sake, Miso & Soy Sauce Festival (Day 1 of 2)
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June 6, 2026 -Yamanaka Sake Shop x Aoi Shuzo x Sakafune Collaboration Event
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June 6, 2026 -Kingan Kuromatsu Sake Renewal Tasting & Popup
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June 6, 2026 -Ueda Baru (Day 1 of 2)
Kenny Scharf & Keith Haring: K!K!
The Nakamura Keith Haring Collection presents a milestone exhibition, 'Kenny Scharf & Keith Haring: K!K!', the very first two-person show of these street art titans since Keith Haring’s passing. Co-created by Kenny Scharf, the exhibition delves into their friendship and creative collaborations, featuring works from the 80s up to recent immersive installations. This is the...
Sake & Nishi Park Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
The Sake & Nishi Park Festival is back in Sendai's Nishi Park! Expect a great atmosphere with sake tastings, vendor booths, and engaging activities. Even if you're new to sake, all are welcome to enjoy a lively weekend filled with Japanese sake and local culture. No prior sake knowledge required—just bring your curiosity and love...
Sake Workshop at Shonan Tree House
Expand your palate and sake knowledge at this introductory workshop at the SHONAN TREE HOUSE. Participants will sample a variety of sake—ranging from crisp and dry to fruity—while learning how to identify different flavors and preferences. It's perfect for beginners, with an engaging overview and expert guidance. The event is organized in three time slots;...
City of Sake Symposium Nishinomiya
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Nishinomiya as a famous city of sake with a special symposium at Otemae University, Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus. Learn about the long-standing culture and history of sake in the area, and enjoy a day filled with sake-themed talks and festivities. Details on specific speakers and activities will be provided by the...
Fukushima Sake, Miso & Soy Sauce Festival (Day 1 of 2)
The Fukushima Sake, Miso & Soy Sauce Festival is one of the region’s largest gourmet events, featuring sake from over 50 local breweries, craft beer, wine, miso, soy sauce, and gourmet food from all over Fukushima! Special tasting tickets offer a selection of delicious beverages, and the event includes limited-edition sake cups as souvenirs. Experience...
Yamanaka Sake Shop x Aoi Shuzo x Sakafune Collaboration Event
Dive into a special sake tasting and food pairing event hosted by Yamanaka Sake Shop, Aoi Shuzo, and Sakafune. Enjoy all-you-can-eat assorted obanzai (Kyoto-style small plates, 5-6 varieties) and sample five different sakes (60ml each, with possible additions). This unique event will feature exclusive limited edition sake created just for the collaboration. Extra sake can...
Kingan Kuromatsu Sake Renewal Tasting & Popup
Enjoy a special tasting event featuring the renewed Kingan Kuromatsu sake by Murashige Shuzo, with brewery president Masataka Murashige in attendance. Participants will have the opportunity to sample and compare the newly updated sake and chat directly with the president. Don't miss this exclusive chance to experience sake culture firsthand!
Ueda Baru (Day 1 of 2)
Experience the lively Ueda Baru, now celebrating its 15th edition! This bar-hopping festival is the perfect way to explore local izakayas, try a variety of sake, and enjoy unique food and drink specials at multiple venues in the area. Spend an evening socializing and discovering the best of the community. The event runs over two...
