D.C. Sake cō returns with its 5th annual Kanpai! to Sake Day in DC at Love, Makoto. This beloved sake festival is a showcase for over 100 unique sakes, led by makers and experts ready to share their knowledge. Experience the flavors and stories behind the brews while exploring a pavilion transformed for the festivities....
Explore over 100 varieties of sake at Nadaya's Great Japan Sake Festival 2026. Featuring unlimited tastings, this festival brings together sake from 26 breweries across Japan for a day of flavor discovery. The festival is split into two sessions, and tickets are available online. Join sake enthusiasts for a lively and immersive experience in Tokyo's...
Join the DC sake community in celebrating the 5th Annual Kanpai to Sake Day in DC! This event marks five years of bringing together sake lovers in the nation's capital and sharing the joy of Kanpai and community. Hosted at Love, Makoto, attendees can look forward to a day filled with sake-themed festivities and an...
Join Murray’s and Brooklyn Kura for an innovative cheese and sake pairing event at Murray’s Cheese Shop in New York City. Delve into a guided tasting led by cheese and sake pros, featuring four cheeses and five sakes, all perfectly paired. This hands-on, in-person class is ideal for those looking to expand their palate beyond...
Join sake educator John Gauntner for his 16th Sake Professional Course, delivered live via Zoom over two consecutive weekends in October 2026. This comprehensive online course covers nearly every aspect of sake, with engaging lectures and smaller, optional tasting sessions each day. Participants will gain a deep understanding of sake, its production, and culture. Session...
Aoki Sake Brewery is hosting its annual 'Gokeiji no Okura-iri' festival, a special autumn brewery event offering unique sake experiences that can only be enjoyed at the brewery. Visitors can look forward to exclusive tastings, brewery tours, and the vibrant atmosphere of an open house. Reservations open on August 1st at 12:00 PM and are...
Celebrate the start of sake brewing season at Aoki Shuzo’s annual open house, 'Gokeiji no Okurairi 2026'! This year’s theme, 'Eat, Drink, Play,' promises a packed schedule: savor a special snack set, enjoy seasonal dishes using local rice, and sample sweets made with sake lees. Enjoy unlimited sake tasting with an original ochoko cup between...
New York Mycological Society presents Fungus Fest 2026 in partnership with The Battery. This vibrant celebration in Battery Park invites all to explore the fascinating world of fungi, featuring workshops, talks, mushroom yoga, interactive art, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. Dive into a day packed with science, art, and surprises dedicated to mushroom lovers of...
The annual Sanmasu Festival returns with the largest sake event hosted by Mimasu Saketen at Kitatopia Asuka Hall. Guests from breweries around Japan will gather for a standing-style tasting, featuring premium sake and specially paired bento boxes. It’s a unique opportunity to taste and compare your favorite labels, chat with the brewers, and enjoy a...
Looking to level up your knowledge and appreciation of Japanese sake? The Sake School of America is hosting a Certified Sake Sommelier online course—a comprehensive, three-day program geared for beverage professionals and enthusiastic hobbyists alike. Dive into principal sake categories, master serving and storage skills, and taste through 15 guided sake samples with seasoned experts...
Join chef Rieko Hayashi for an immersive, hands-on sake making workshop in Brunswick East. Participants will learn traditional sake brewing techniques, explore the cultural significance and history of sake in Japan, and enjoy a curated tasting session led by certified sake sommelier educator Kana. The workshop includes a doburoku (home brewing) kit, sake tasting, and...
The Maine Fermentation Fair is set to take over Castonguay Square in downtown Waterville for a lively gathering featuring speakers, workshops, and local makers. Enjoy a day filled with engaging activities and the opportunity to connect with the fermentation community. Supported by the Quimby Family Foundation, Waterville Creates, and the Mid-Maine Chamber. Artwork is by...
The 21st Echigo Kenshin Sake Festival returns in 2026 for a two-day celebration! Sake, wine, and craft beer crafted in the Joetsu region will be featured. Guests can enjoy tastings and the opportunity to purchase regional beverages, all in one place. Details about the festival activities and lineup will be updated frequently on the official...
Experience the annual rice harvest with Heiwa Shuzou at 'Agara no Ta' in Japan! On October 18, 2026, participants can join in harvesting Yamada Nishiki rice, a key ingredient for sake brewing. While details and sign-up information will be available in mid-August, mark your calendar for this immersive outdoor experience combining Japanese agriculture and sake...
Join the 6th Osanpo Kura Marche for a day dedicated to experiences only possible at a sake brewery! Explore stalls with food, local products, and hands-on workshops themed around sake, sake lees, and sake rice. Highlights include sake kasu crackers, sake rice balls, and sake-inspired fried foods. Discover a unique festival atmosphere hosted by Daiichi...
Japan Tea Expo 2026 brings together a vibrant mix of Japanese teas, international teas, blended teas, tea sweets, and a wide variety of tea-related exhibitors for one of eastern Japan's largest tea events. Look forward to exhibitor and seminar information, as well as other special plans being announced leading up to the event. Join tea...
Junmai Sake Week Nagoya 2026 brings together over 50 select sake breweries from across Japan for an unforgettable four-day festival in the heart of Nagoya. Sample premium Junmai sake, discover new favorites, and connect with passionate sake makers sharing their craft and expertise. The event is held under the Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER (formerly Nagoya...
Akebono Brewery invites sake lovers to enjoy the annual Tenmei Ichiban Shibori Tasting Event on November 1st, 2026. This special open day will feature tastings of freshly-pressed sake at the brewery. Tickets will be available for purchase starting August 8th, and further details about both the in-person and planned online components will be announced soon....
Akebono Brewery will once again hold its much-anticipated Tenmei Ichiban Shibori Tasting Event. Join sake enthusiasts in celebrating the release of their newest sake. In-person attendees can enjoy exclusive tastings at the brewery, while an online event is also planned for participants who can't make it in person. More details, including ticketing and schedules, will...
Experience an exclusive pairing of sake and yakitori at the historic Senkin Brewery in Tochigi. The YAKITORI JOURNEY event brings together top yakitori artisans from across Japan for a one-day-only gourmet festival, celebrating the harmony of tradition and innovation. Enjoy a curated course featuring premium cuts, local Tochigi vegetables, a special ramen, collaboration dishes, and...
The WSET Level 2 Award in Sake is an in-depth online course designed for both sake professionals and enthusiasts. Spanning two days, it focuses on the key styles of sake, their ingredients, and the production process. Students will learn to assess sake quality using the WSET Systematic Approach, gain the ability to interpret labeling terms,...
Sample the best sake from Niigata at the Niigata Sake Final Fair! This lively festival brings together sake lovers and producers for a full day of tastings, local product showcases, and special stage events. The event will also feature the Niigata Sister Festa, a PR event for Niigata-made products, and a bustling market area. Entry...
Join Hourai/Watanabe Sake Brewery for the highly anticipated 'Hatsuage no Utage' – a special night celebrating freshly pressed sake, including award-winning labels and hard-to-find limited editions. Enjoy unlimited sake tastings paired with a unique multi-course meal highlighting fantastic seasonal ingredients from Hida, created for this event by Takayama Green Hotel's culinary team. The evening will...
Experience the Yamagata Sake Brewery Marathon, a unique half marathon in Yamagata Prefecture where runners visit local sake breweries along the roughly 21km course. Enjoy sake tastings at checkpoints, local food trucks at the goal, and English-speaking staff ready to help. The race starts at Tendo Central Park and finishes at Yamagata Prefectural Hall. The...
Elevate your expertise with the Certified Sake Adviser Online Course, designed for hospitality professionals and devoted sake fans. Through engaging lectures, guided tastings, and collaborative group discussions, you'll explore the fascinating history of sake, key ingredients, brewing processes, classification systems, and tasting techniques. Participants will sample and evaluate more than a dozen sakes representing a...