Join the Kurihara Autumn Sake Brewery Opening for a tour of six stunning local sake breweries set among rice fields. Sample sake from renowned breweries such as Kurikomayama, Kinmonryu, Hagi-no-Tsuru, Montsuta, Wataya, and Shisen. The opening celebration includes tastings, local festivities, and is held at Epoca 21, conveniently located just a minute from Kurikoma-Kogen Station's...
Celebrate DIY publishing and creativity at Denver Zine Fest 2026! Explore a vibrant gathering of independent publishers, zinesters, and creatives trading and selling their works. Held at Denver Public Library (Central), the festival offers a lively marketplace of unique zines, comics, art books, and more. Open to all ages—discover new favorite reads, meet creators, and...
Jizake Street 2026 is a lively Japanese sake festival featuring a diverse selection of craft sakes from local breweries. Attendees can enjoy tastings from various producers and explore unique Japanese spirits in a festive street market atmosphere. Multiple ticket options are offered, including morning, afternoon, and all-day sessions. The event is held at Kuboyama Sake...
Dive into the world of sake with Izanami's monthly Second Sunday Sake Session, led by resident master sake sommelier Russ King. September's class is all about 'Rice, Water, Magic, Mold,' where you'll enjoy an in-depth exploration of sake through guided tastings and expert insights. Discover different sake profiles, learn about production, regional styles, tasting techniques,...
Step into the world of sake with the Certified Sake Adviser online course from Sake School of America. Tailored for both hospitality pros and enthusiastic beginners, this interactive class covers the history, production, and art of tasting sake. Enjoy guided remote tastings, dynamic lectures, and group discussions as you learn to decode production labels, explore...
The Fermentation Summit 2026 is a free online gathering for anyone curious about fermentation, from total beginners to home fermentation fans eager to take things further. Over three inspiring days,...
Join Dassai Blue Sake Brewery at Hakkasan Miami for a memorable evening honoring the 3rd Anniversary of Dassai Blue Brewery in New York and the legacy of Dassai, a leading name in Japanese sake. The event offers guests an exclusive opportunity to taste a wide range of Dassai sakes from both Japan and New York...
Expand your palate and sake knowledge at the Sake Studies Center in Brooklyn Kura! This engaging session introduces participants to the fascinating world of sake, guiding you through a tasting and a behind-the-scenes brewery tour. Perfect for beginners and anyone curious about the sake-making process.
Explore the world of Niigata Nagaoka sake over two days of in-depth seminars, tastings, and panels at the Kikisake-shi Forum 2026, featuring Nagaoka City. Ticket includes admission to the renowned Echigo Nagaoka Sake Festival. Hosted by the Sake Service Institute (SSI) in partnership with SSI International.
Spirit of Japan returns to downtown Denver for a vibrant three-day celebration of Japanese culture, food, and drinks. Enjoy a weekend of culinary exploration featuring traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, sake, whisky, shochu, beer, cocktails, entertainment, shopping, and immersive cultural experiences. This festival is open to fans and newcomers alike to sample, learn, and discover...
Join the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura for a guided tour of the brewery and an immersive sake tasting experience. Discover the sake-making process and enjoy samples of Brooklyn Kura's unique brews in the heart of Brooklyn. Perfect for both sake aficionados and newcomers interested in local craft sake.
Experience a vibrant market and festival atmosphere at Harushika Sake Brewery Marche! Sample a variety of sake and enjoy local food trucks, community stalls, and festival activities. This event promises a lively day for sake enthusiasts and families alike, at the famous Harushika Brewery in Nara. Entry is free and all are welcome!
Enjoy a prestigious sake tasting championship and celebration of Nara sake at the newly renovated Nara Hotel. Guests can savor a buffet featuring local sake from various breweries and the hotel’s gourmet cuisine. The event includes a sake-tasting competition followed by a seated buffet, with special Nara sake-themed souvenirs for attendees. Registration begins at 10:30...
Korea Fest is coming to Twin Star Orchards in New Paltz, NY on September 19th! Celebrate Korean culture and community with 30+ local Korean and Korean-American makers offering food, drinks, fashion, and beauty items. The event marks the kickoff of apple picking season, with Korean-inspired specials at the orchard restaurant and live music throughout the...
Experience the renowned Tenzan Autumn Brewery Festival, a celebration of sake, food, and music. Enjoy rare sake only available at the event, unique pairings at Kensky's Bar, and a variety of gourmet food from kitchen trucks and stalls. The highlight this year is the popular Tenzan Jazz Concert. Families can have fun at the game...
Discover the world of characterful sake and gourmet Japanese cuisine at ZAKE G-MEN 2026. Hosted at Hotel Associa Toyohashi, this event features a curated lineup of unique sake brands, each...
Celebrate World Sake Day at SAKE-CON, hosted by Upstairs NYC at Industry City in Brooklyn. Dive into curated sake tastings, connecting with fellow enthusiasts and exploring sake culture in an energetic setting. A can’t-miss event for anyone passionate about sake. Tickets are non-refundable and start at $71.21.
Celebrate the end of the rice harvest and the start of brewing season at Santa Fe's 3rd annual Sake Day. Enjoy tastings from four tables of sake, indulge in Chef Kiko’s delicious Japanese street food, and experience a whole tuna carving demonstration followed by a feast. Attendees will also receive a commemorative tasting cup to...
The Sake Scholar Course returns to San Francisco with a comprehensive program exploring all 47 Japanese prefectures through sake (nihonshu) and honkaku shochu. Led by acclaimed wine and sake sommelier Kerry Jo (KJ), the course features tastings, in-depth case studies, and a wealth of cultural context—including cuisine, ceramics, and more. Participants leave with an extensive...
Experience a culinary showdown at Izanami's 11th annual Wine vs. Sake Tasting Dinner. Chef Kiko Rodriguez leads a 4-round pairing dinner where a fierce team representing France battles the giants of Floating World Sake in a head-to-head, 4-course tasting spectacle. Enjoy bold flavors and spirited competition—will wine or sake reign supreme? You be the judge!...
Celebrate the vibrant world of artists’ publications at Printed Matter’s NY Art Book Fair 2026. Hosted at MoMA PS1, this beloved annual event returns with four days of zines, independent books, art publications, and unique printed works. Explore a diverse range of exhibitors, attend talks and workshops, and connect with creatives from around the globe....
Celebrate the best of Nagano’s sake at YOMOYAMA NAGANO 2026! This is the final edition of this beloved sake festival, bringing together top breweries from across Nagano Prefecture. Each brewery...
Experience the elegance and tradition of a Japanese tea ceremony hosted at K. Minamoto's 5th Avenue location in New York City. Led by a skilled tea master, guests will learn about the intricate method and meaning behind preparing and serving matcha. Attendees can look forward to enjoying a cup of freshly made matcha and a...
Kanpai! Gunma 2026 is set to take place on June 16th, 2026 at the Showa Government Building, Gunma Prefectural Office in Maebashi. This lively festival celebrates sake, featuring a variety...
The 17th Meishu-no-Utage Sake Festival is gathering sake lovers from around Kochi and beyond. Enjoy unlimited tastings of rare and limited-edition sake from participating local breweries, including Tosa Tsuru, Arimitsu,...