Experience the lively Okagesama Marche, hosted by Sakumaru Kitchen! Enjoy a unique market at the Sakudaira Station Yakuka entrance plaza, with a special gathering of various shops from Sakuho for one day only. Sample Junmai sake, Summer Ginjo sake, and SOBA gin from 9630sake, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for those interested in tasting...
Experience a sake tasting event at Rengakan, featuring a variety of sake for you to try and compare. The event includes handmade snacks prepared by the head chef. No reservation required and guests can enjoy free entry and a relaxing atmosphere. Admission is 2,000 yen per person.
Enjoy a delightful day of sake and craft beer at the Kome to Mugi Festival in Kyoto! Taking place at Umekoji Park (Shichijo Entrance Plaza), this festival features renowned breweries and food stalls, including Kyoto Brewing Co., Nomcraft Brewing, Gangibrew, and many more. Sample a variety of drinks and pair them with delicious dishes from...
Learn how to brew your own kombucha at Kombucha 101: Brewing Basics, hosted at Camel's Hump Farm in Bethlehem, PA. This interactive workshop covers ingredient selection, flavor customization, and guidance on making delicious kombucha at home in less than 30 minutes a week. Enjoy relaxed, cozy vibes, kombucha tasting samples, and a step-by-step demonstration by...
Head over to SAKEICE BAR! on June 28, 2026, for a unique collaboration event featuring fortune telling by Itto the fortune teller. Enjoy a variety of sake tastings while participating in personalized fortune-telling sessions. Tastings are available from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM (with last order at 9:30 PM), and the fortune-telling sessions will be...
Step into a world of flavor discovery with this Sake and Cheese Pairing Class and Brewery Tour hosted by the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. Explore how Japanese craft sake and premium cheeses complement each other in a fun and interactive guided tasting session, featuring five sakes and five cheeses from around the world....
Experience a one-night-only special event at Soogil NYC featuring Chef Soogil Lim’s legendary Bossam and Korean favorites paired with 90 minutes of bottomless HANA Makgeolli. Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner and unlimited pours at this festive pop-up. Reservations are available through Resy and at soogilnyc.com. Don’t miss the return of Chef Soogil's famous Bossam for...
Celebrate the release of the Everyday Sake book with authors Yoko Kumano and Kayoko Akabori at Brooklyn Kura. Attendees can enjoy a sake flight, brewery tour, and receive a raffle ticket. Snacks including Candied Togarashi Nuts, housemade French fries, and Sake Kasu Donut Holes will be served. Yoko and Kayoko will be signing books at...
Experience 'The Spirit of Japan' as part of the Kanpai! Series at JICCDC. This special screening delves into the history and craft of shochu, a traditional Japanese distilled spirit, through a documentary about the Wakamatsu family distillery in Kagoshima. The event includes a Q&A session with director Joseph Overbey, offering insights into Japanese culture and...
Experience a refined Sake Pairing Dinner at the Michelin-starred Ryota Kappou Modern in Central, Hong Kong. The evening features a special menu crafted by head chef Ryota Kanesawa alongside an expertly curated sake selection from Ogawa Keishi of Hachinohe Shuzo. Each pairing highlights the chef's culinary artistry while showcasing the unique profiles of several premium...
Discover sake with authors Yoko Kumano and Kayoko Akabori at Big Night Greenpoint’s special signing event for their debut book, "Everyday Sake." Attendees can enjoy sake samples while getting their book signed and mingling with the authors. Perfect for sake lovers and book enthusiasts alike! RSVP is required via the venue’s link in bio.
Yu & Me Books hosts a special launch event for the new book 'Everyday Sake: The Go-To Guide for Choosing, Pairing + Serving.' Join authors Yoko Kumano and Kayoko Akabori for a lively conversation with guest Kenta Goto, renowned owner of Bar Goto and Bar Goto Niban. This book launch is free and open to...
Celebrate a decade of British craft sake with KANPAI at their special 10th anniversary archive tasting night. Enjoy a unique chance to sample rare, aged, and limited edition sakes from across KANPAI’s journey—some of which will never be poured again. Hear stories from the brewers and compare vintages, all in a relaxed and informal format....
Kick off a delicious adventure at Kurabito's Sake & Snack Pairing Night. Bring your favorite snack to discover which sake pairs best, and taste through a variety of exclusive sake selections not available at the Sake Festival. Attendees can look forward to fun conversations, creative pairings, and potentially an online talk session with a sake...
Truffle x Sake Experience brings European-inspired dishes and Japanese delicacies together for one unforgettable night in Melbourne. Chef Ian Curley creates a special truffle menu using produce from Charleston Pastoral Co., perfectly paired with sake from Funasaka Brewery, a centuries-old producer visiting for Sake Festival Melbourne. Expect a crafted, umami-rich evening celebrating seasonality and traditional...
The Aomori Local Sake 2026 Summer Fes in Hachinohe is a special summer festival bringing together delicious local sake from breweries across Aomori. Enjoy a festive evening sampling sake with a five-cup tasting ticket. Guests wearing a yukata will receive a complimentary drink. This lively outdoor event is perfect for sake lovers eager to discover...
Experience a premium summer sake tasting event at Tatsuriki, featuring a special lineup distinct from the winter selection, including sparkling and Dragon series sakes. Attendees will have the exclusive chance to taste award-winning sake and enjoy a glass of Junmai Daiginjo Akitsu. The event is guided by Tatsuriki's fifth-generation head, Ryusuke Honda, or the company...
The Australian Sake Festival returns to Melbourne for a two-day event packed with premium sake tastings featuring 400+ varieties, exclusive breweries from Japan, and specialty fruit liquors and spirits. Take home a tasting cup, explore Japanese food and product stalls, and enjoy free seminars and food pairings. This is a festival for sake lovers and...
Celebrate Shinshu's local sake and delicious food as you tour 16 restaurants and taste selections from 16 local sake breweries in Matsumoto. This lively sake and food stroll offers attendees the chance to enjoy pairings and specialties while exploring the vibrant streets near Matsumoto Station. Admission is free, and the event coincides with a pedestrian...
Celebrate the flavors of Shinshu at the Matsumoto Sake & Food Fest! Enjoy a walking tour sampling local sake and delicious cuisine from 16 participating bars and restaurants, featuring sake from 16 Shinshu breweries. The event takes place in front of Matsumoto Station, spanning the lively Shini-sei-machi and Koen-dori areas. Admission is free, and the...
Experience the best of craft sake from all over Japan at the Hachioji Craft Sake Festival 2026. Held at Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe, this lively festival brings together sake makers nationwide for tastings, exhibitions, and more. Sample a wide range of craft sakes and enjoy the unique culture surrounding Japan's finest brews. Tasting tickets can...
Experience a one-night-only collaboration between Fukuchiyo Shuzo's renowned Nabeshima Sake and Michelin two-starred Ikoyi in London. Chef Jeremy Chan presents an exclusive pairing dinner, where West African spices, masterful fermentation, and contemporary cuisine blend with the refined craftsmanship of Japanese sake. Meet the brewery owners, learn about the artistry behind Nabeshima, and enjoy a night...
Experience the passion of Miyazaki Brewery, known for its legendary Association No.7 yeast, as they bring their 'Shinzou Triangle 2026' event to Hiroshima. On July 4th, dive into a free sake tasting at Sake Shop Yamada. Over two days, enjoy exclusive access to select sake bars, featured tastings, and the chance to connect with fellow...
Master Brewer Naohiko Noguchi, an iconic figure in sake brewing, will be making a special visit to SAKE Shokudo by the Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute. Attendees have the opportunity to meet the master brewer in person, enjoy a variety of sake, savor food, and try amazake soft serve ice cream available for takeout. This standing-only...
