Enjoy an exclusive evening of exceptional sake and artful sushi at this curated pairing dinner in Boston. Hosted by Sake Sommelier Fayee Wong, the night brings together Kosuke Kuji, President of Nanbu Bijin—one of Japan’s most renowned breweries—and Kenta from Sushi at Temple Records. Savor thoughtfully curated sushi courses paired perfectly with premium sake selections....
Experience the launch of the 2026 Shinshu sake lineup from Tochigi Prefecture. Discover new-generation sake from a variety of esteemed breweries and enjoy tastings of freshly brewed batches. Sake aficionados and newcomers alike are welcome to sample the latest creations and celebrate the art of sake brewing!
Okuhida Shuzo is hosting its annual brewery opening event! Attendees can look forward to sake tasting booths, rare sake challenges, limited-edition sake sales, food trucks, entertaining games, muscle weighing activities, Kanayama tea tastings, and much more. It’s a lively festival welcoming everyone interested in exploring sake culture and local treats. Don’t miss this unique chance...
Experience a sake celebration with free admission! Enjoy tastings and sales of limited-edition sake, special treats for children, and locally made goodies. Discover handmade crafts from the brewery madam, brewery tours, and sake-marinated pickles. Exclusive new sake manju from Hoshika no Yume will be available. Local favorite eateries will set up a gourmet marche onsite....
Celebrate sake at the annual Kurabiraki (brewery opening) festival at Koimari Shuzo in Imari, Saga! Enjoy exclusive limited-release sake, sake-based sweets, food trucks, and lively stage performances. Buy a commemorative sake cup for 500 yen to sample a variety of brews. Parking is limited, so using public transportation or carpooling is recommended. The festival takes...
Celebrate spring at the historic Sasa Iwai Sake Brewery's 'Kura Be Lucky!' festival in Niigata. Set in a 100-year-old, registered cultural property, this open house offers sake tastings, local food, music, games, and enrichment activities for the senses. Join for a vibrant community celebration—entry is free! Additional details and ticket info will be updated on...
Experience Japan's largest authentic shochu event with the theme 'Connecting Points to Draw the Future of Shochu.' Sake retailers from Hokkaido to Okinawa unite to showcase the charms of real shochu. The first venue features two sessions (12:00-14:30 and 16:00-18:30, separate admission for each) with unlimited tasting for participants. The second venue, located in the...
Experience Japan's largest Shochu festival at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, where liquor stores from Hokkaido to Okinawa unite as 'Team Shochu.' This two-day event is dedicated to sharing the wonders of authentic Shochu, with a special focus on connecting people and envisioning the future of Shochu. Enjoy tastings, exhibitions, and vibrant festival vibes. The first venue...
The Red Bank Visual Arts Committee is hosting the Street Art / Graffiti Jam 2026 at Riverside Gardens Park in Downtown Red Bank. This free outdoor festival highlights live graffiti art demonstrations, music performances, local vendors, a silent auction, and special activities for kids. Enjoy acoustic performances by Bayway, Invaders of the Universe, Pool Scum,...
Join Choryo Sake Brewery for a special sake tasting session featuring sake brewed with Nara Prefecture's exclusive Tsuyuhakaze sake rice. Enjoy a guided tasting where participants can experience the subtle flavor differences of sake made from this unique rice, and learn about the rice cultivation and brewing process. Chat with the brewery owner, compare notes...
NamaFest 2026 returns to Umami Mart in Oakland for its annual celebration of all things unpasteurized sake! Experience over 30 fresh-pressed, energetic namas from local Bay Area breweries and beyond, including exclusive releases from Japan. Taste your way through this springtime festival, where your ticket gets you unlimited pours from a huge lineup covering Den...
Experience a special tasting of two SOTO sakes—SOTO Junmai Gingo and SOTO Junmai—at Kuraichi in Brooklyn. Drop by on Saturday afternoon to try these premium Japanese sakes and enjoy an informal tasting with fellow sake fans.
Experience the vibrant 10th annual Nihonbashi Area Sake Walking Tour! Renowned sake breweries from across Japan gather in the Nihonbashi district for a lively tasting festival. Participants can stroll between various local venues, enjoy unlimited sake tastings, and receive an original sake cup as a souvenir. Tickets are limited and available for presale or at...
Explore the vibrant Nihonbashi area at the 10th annual Nihonbashi Sake Tasting Walk! Sample a diverse range of Japanese sake as you stroll through the district, meet brewers, and enjoy the lively festival atmosphere. Organized as a walking tasting tour, this event is perfect for sake lovers and those curious to learn more about Japan's...
Join a special Harushika Sake popup collaboration at Hitotunagi. Grassano-san will be present to guide you through the tasting of a variety of Harushika sake. Standing bar, cash on delivery. No reservations required, but during busy times, a 2-hour limit may apply. The specific sake lineup will be a surprise until the event.
Discover the art of pairing Japanese craft sake with a curated selection of cheeses at this interactive tasting class, hosted by the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. Taste five artisanal sakes matched with five cheeses, learn about production styles and flavor profiles, and enjoy delicious nibbles on your cheese board. The session wraps up...
Experience an Okinawan-style evening with Wagamama Kanpai Night: Sake & Slay! Enjoy 6 varieties of sake paired with a 6-course meal, live music, and a vibrant atmosphere. This special night blends culinary delights with entertainment in an izakaya setting. Seats are limited, so make sure to book your spot in advance.
Enhance your sake expertise with the Certified Sake Adviser online course from Sake School of America. Perfect for hospitality professionals and passionate enthusiasts, this interactive program explores the history, ingredients, and classification of sake through engaging lectures, guided tastings, and group discussions. Participants will sample a variety of sake and learn practical approaches to tasting...
Celebrate spring at Chiyo Brewery's annual open house and sake tasting event! Enjoy exclusive brewery access and sample a variety of seasonal sakes, with two sessions throughout the day. Each session is limited to 200 participants. Experience the craftsmanship and vibrant flavors of Chiyo Brewery in a festive, welcoming atmosphere.
Celebrate the 113th anniversary of Nishide Sake Brewery at their fun-filled festival! Enjoy free admission, an array of food stalls including original curry, kuzubaru, sake lees donuts, mitarashi dango, sake lees char siu, mazesoba, blueberry pound cake, and a sake tasting corner. The day also features brewery tours, a kagami-wari sake barrel opening, a rock-paper-scissors...
Celebrate Japanese women in fermentation at this unique tasting event in San Francisco! Enjoy three curated samples each of sake, wine, and beer crafted by Japanese women producers from Northern California, including Noriko Kamei (Sequoia Sake), Sonoe Hirabayashi (Six Cloves Wines), and Naoko Haruyama (Barebottle Brewing). Japanese otsumami (small bites) will be provided by Mariko...
The Bizen Exhibition brings together 18 Bizen ware artists with two renowned sake breweries for a unique fusion of ceramic artistry and sake culture. Held at Gallery Mugenan Ginza, this event features a special sake tasting experience where you can sample sake served in beautiful Bizen ware vessels, highlighting the interplay between clay, fire, and...
Explore the world of sake at Kato Sake Works in Brooklyn with their guided tasting event. Whether you're new to sake or already a fan, this 90-minute session offers an in-depth exploration of sake styles, with expert taproom bartenders discussing flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more. Enjoy a variety of sakes and join engaging discussions...
Get ready for Kushiage Night at Streamline Tavern hosted by Sake Noire! This pop-up features an Italian twist on Japanese classics, serving up Japanese-Italian skewers, fun sauces, “fried sexy stuff on a stick,” and Jell-O shots. Enjoy a walk-up only experience—no reservations required—at the iconic Streamline Tavern downstairs window. Club members can also pick up...
Kick off spring with the Kura Shochu Cocktail Competition Party at Rule of Third's Corner Bar! After two previous cancellations due to snow, this popular event returns on April 26th. Watch eight of New York City's top bartenders compete to create the ultimate Kura shochu cocktail in front of a live judging panel. Attendees can...