Cuisine University is hosting a two-day, hands-on Fermentation & Koji Event designed for culinary professionals serious about deepening skills in fermentation, flavor development, and sustainable cooking. Attendees will learn practical methods for koji cultivation beyond Japan, protein transformation, and creating sustainable flavor systems from leading experts Sandor Katz and Jeremy Umansky. The program covers applications...
The Sake School of America is offering a Certified Shochu Adviser course led by Instructor Atsuko Glick. Participants will explore the history, ingredients, and tasting techniques of shochu. This interactive program includes expert instruction and hands-on learning. The certification exam takes place online a week after the course, on April 6th. Registration closes March 16th,...
Dive deep into the world of Japanese sake and shochu during the Sake Scholar Course at the Sake Studies Center, held inside Brooklyn Kura. Spanning three days, this advanced program is ideal for those with a solid foundation in sake, offering immersive lectures, curated tastings, and case studies covering all 47 Japanese prefectures. Attendees will...
Enjoy a special UBUSUNA Makers' Dinner featuring approximately 12 dishes and a curated selection of 6 limited UBUSUNA sake pairings. The event is limited to 8 guests and entry is by lottery. Dine in the elegant Miyasaka venue in Tokyo's Minami-Aoyama neighborhood. Reservations are required via the event's QR code, and the cost includes tax...
Celebrate the 2nd anniversary of Sake Club with an exciting sake festival hosted at In Between Days on March 31st. Sample a variety of sake from six different vendors in a relaxed, free-roaming environment. Guests can purchase drink tickets on-site, each redeemable for a pour of their choice. Pre-sale tickets (available via the link in...
Celebrate the start of spring at the 2026 Choryo Brew Park Sakura Week, where you can experience the beauty of cherry blossoms at their peak. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with views of blooming sakura trees, local culture, and sake at one of Nara's renowned breweries. Admission is free and no reservations are necessary. Please note,...
Experience the fusion of sake indulgence and fabulous entertainment at Accidental Bar in New York City. 'Drag Me to Sake' features an exuberant sake tasting paired with a lively drag performance by Xana Du & Me Austin Power. Expect a vibrant atmosphere and the perfect blend of culture and fun, ideal for both sake enthusiasts...
Step into a world of flavor with the Sake and Cheese Pairing Class and Brewery Tour hosted by the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. This fun and interactive experience teaches you how to expertly pair several Japanese craft sakes with premium cheeses from around the globe. The class includes a welcome sake, an introduction...
Celebrate the arrival of spring in Amakusa at 新和deKANPAI 2026! This two-day festival offers local gourmet food from both land and sea, sake and shochu tastings, a tuna cutting show, tent sauna, live music, and a mochi-throwing event. Enjoy convenient shuttle bus service from the nearest station. Be sure to catch the lively community atmosphere...
The 4th annual Chikuhou Sake Festival is back at Kaho Terrace! Sample a wide variety of newly released sakes from three local breweries—each with their proud new creations. Enjoy delicious food from numerous booths and kitchen cars, plus a lively atmosphere with many other activities throughout the day. Entry comes with a coin system: 2,000...
Experience the 10th Annual Chikugo Nanakuni Sake Culture Expo, where you can taste and compare sake from seven regions, enjoy sake education lectures, and shop at food stalls offering delicious snacks to pair with sake. The event also features lively performances at 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM. Advance tickets are available at the Kyushu Geibunkan...
Experience the Kizakura Sakura Festival at Kizakura Kappa Country in Kyoto. Enjoy cherry blossom viewing with sake tastings, chilled craft beer, and a variety of delicious foods that pair perfectly with drinks. Limited edition sake and exclusive festival gift bags will be available for purchase. The festivities run from April 4th to April 5th, 2026....
Experience a curated sake workshop at Japan Village Cabin in partnership with Brooklyn Kura. Attendees will enjoy three carefully selected sake pours paired with Japanese bites, learn about sake production...
Experience the best of Akita's sake all in one place at the Akita Sake Brewery Gathering! Enjoy tastings from numerous breweries gathered together, indulge in local Akita snacks available for purchase, and soak in the festive atmosphere. Please note, this ticketed event requires tasting tickets for sampling sake, and children are not permitted due to...
MmD. Café & Bar presents 'Sake Moment: The Second Sip,' a special pairing course featuring six pairings with ten different sake labels. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste a...
Celebrate the anniversary of Mimuro Sake Brewery's Den-Shou-Kura (Traditional Sake Storehouse) with a special event in Nara! Enjoy limited edition sake tastings, a sake barrel opening, and guided brewery tours and pairing menus. There will also be exclusive commemorative sake for sale (limited availability), the chance to witness the brewing process firsthand, and guided tours...
Ready to take your sake knowledge to the next level? Become a Certified Sake Sommelier with this engaging, online course designed for food and beverage professionals and serious sake fans. Over three days, you'll receive intensive lectures, taste 15 sake styles (with guided instructor tasting), and prepare for a comprehensive in-person exam. The course covers...
Join the friendly community of NYC Ferments for their April Meetup at Rockaway Brewing Company in Long Island City. Whether you’re a fermentation newbie or a seasoned enthusiast, this fun event is all about sharing and learning the art of fermentation. Expect tastings, hands-on tips, recipe swaps, and plenty of lively conversation – bring a...
Experience AVONE: THE ARCHIVES, an upcoming art exhibition that explores 15 years of creative expression through layers, memories, and street culture. Hosted at Pulsmacher in Germany, this showcase dives deep into the artist's extensive archive, blending themes and personal connections into a compelling visual narrative. Time frame estimated. Check official sources for precise timing.
Celebrate Mother's Day in a creative way by learning to make personalized Japanese calligraphy sake labels at Kato Sake Works in Brooklyn. Guided by instructor Taisan Tanaka, participants will write meaningful Japanese characters—like names and messages of gratitude—and transform them into custom sake labels. Enjoy sake as you design, explore Japanese culture, and craft a...
Thx It’s Thrifted and The Lucky Flea are teaming up for a two-day Vintage Festival at Brooklyn Roots Collective. This vibrant event features 70 top vintage vendors, both indoor and outdoor shopping, handmade goods, three bars, food vendors, a photo booth, and live music featuring local bands on Friday night. Attendees can also enjoy a...
The Kamezaki Sake Brewery Festival marks the grand finale of the KT Project, inviting sake enthusiasts to savor the best local brews from renowned producers including Ito Co., Naorice, Yamachu Honke Brewery, and Maruishi Brewery. Hosted at the historic former Ito Main Warehouse in Handa, Aichi Prefecture, this celebratory event gathers the community for delicious...
The Dewatsuru Sake Brewery invites you to their highly anticipated annual open house! On April 11th, the brewery opens its doors to sake lovers for a day of tastings, brewery tours, and exclusive events. Sample freshly brewed sake, enjoy special gifts like sake lees and other sake goods, and get a chance to enter a...
Experience the vibrant 2026 Ubukata Sake Brewery Festival, featuring exclusive sake releases, special limited-edition brews available at the venue, and a festive schedule. Enjoy drumming, music performances, magic shows, and a special talk by Sato Yusuke from Aramasa Sake Brewery. Indulge in food pairings from renowned local culinary talents like Goh, IL CASINO, and NOBISHITA...
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the Cherry Blossom Festival 2026, hosted by Dassai Blue Sake Brewery in Hyde Park, NY! This festive multi-day event features local art and craft vendors, delicious food, premium sake, music, and a variety of cultural activities. The celebration is family-friendly and will take place rain or shine. Note: Some...