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 thoughtfully paired with delicious dishes. Connect with sake experts, participate in engaging conversations, and enjoy an immersive sake-tasting experience. Free-flow sake and a special original...
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.
Discover the art of Japanese Nerikiri Wagashi at this hands-on workshop led by wagashi artisan Yuki Sakura at RESOBOX East Village. You'll learn how to sculpt three intricate wagashi sweets...
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...
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 will showcase their proud creations at their own booth, giving sake fans the unique opportunity to sample a wide variety of sakes and chat directly...
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...
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 of Japanese sake, beautiful sake vessels, gourmet food stalls, and live performances. Guests can explore workshops, craft exhibitions, and tasting sessions throughout the day. For...
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, Suigei, and more. Special guests include Hironobu Hasegawa (CEO of Sagawa Sake Shop), sake sommelier Shizuka Midorikawa, and idol Azuki Moeno. Don’t miss the 'Kochi...
Experience the 2026 NODAI Sake Tasting, where you can meet sake brewers in person and sample a diverse range of sake crafted by alumni of Tokyo University of Agriculture. This tasting event features three 90-minute sessions, each limited to 170 attendees, giving you the chance to chat directly with brewers and find your favorite premium...
Celebrate Japanese sake culture at &SAKE FUKUOKA 2026, a two-day event featuring sake tastings, exhibitions, and a wide range of sake experiences at the Fukuoka International Center. Attendees will be able to sample an impressive range of sake from different producers and learn more about the world of sake in a vibrant atmosphere. This is...
The KISSYO Sake Fest in Yokohama offers a fantastic opportunity to discover and enjoy over 50 varieties of sake directly from their brewers. Engage with sake makers, enjoy a variety of tastings, and join in on panel discussions and talk shows related to sake culture. Food will be provided, and it's a welcoming space for...
The Belgium Sake Festival is set to transform WOLF Foodmarket Antwerp into a Japanese sake and culture paradise. Explore over 250 sakes, meet passionate brewers and sake experts, savor delicious food from WOLF, experience free sessions on the live stage, and browse through Japanese art booths. Both newcomers and sake enthusiasts will find new favorites....
Raise a glass at the Kitakata KANPAI Festival 2026, one of Japan's premier sake tasting events! Try over 30 brands of Kitakata sake in an all-you-can-taste format, along with a full lineup of sake from every brewery in Fukushima Prefecture. Discover local sake, regional specialties from exchange cities, and even special wines. With over 30...
The Bay Area's original sake enthusiasts, True Sake and JCCCNC, are hosting the 21st Annual SAKE DAY, a celebration dedicated to all things sake. Known for its unique blend of passion and professionalism, this event is the largest and longest-running Nihonshu no Hi (Sake Day) celebration outside of Japan. Explore an impressive array of sake...
San Diego's biggest celebration of sake returns for its 10th anniversary! Explore a wide selection of sakes while enjoying a festive atmosphere. The event, organized by the San Diego Sake Club, is your chance to taste, learn, and connect with other sake enthusiasts. The festival runs for four hours and is held at the JULEP...
Celebrate Japan's national beverage with New Yorkers and sake enthusiasts at the 6th annual World Sake Day NYC. Enjoy premium sake selections from over 35 breweries, curated Japanese food vendors, sake cocktails, and an Asian artisan market. General Admission includes 15 tastings and a souvenir sake glass, while VIP Experience offers unlimited sake tastings, priority...
Elevate your sake service skills at this one-day, in-person certification seminar hosted by the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. Geared toward anyone interested in professional-level training, the course covers sake sales, service, presentation, and menu pairings across four interactive modules, including a brewery tour. No prior experience is required. After the seminar, participants can...
Experience the traditional Japanese tea ceremony—chanoyu—at RESOBOX in the East Village. This class introduces participants to the essentials of preparing matcha and performing the ceremony, blending socializing, meditation, and mindfulness...
Nihonshu Go-Around returns in 2026, celebrating Sake Day in 15 cities across Japan. Attendees can enjoy tastings at various venues, collect new commemorative badges, and experience local sake culture in participating cities. Listed time frame is a placeholder—full event details and specific locations will be announced closer to the date. If you're a sake fan,...
Explore the world of KAWS in this special live conversation event hosted in the heart of New York City. KAWS will delve into his decades of creative evolution through art,...