Get ready for the 7th Mochimochi Grand Sake Tasting! This special event brings together sake breweries from regions across Japan—including Fukui, Akita, Niigata, and Aomori—for a fantastic sake tasting gathering. Expect a variety of sake to sample and a lively atmosphere. Some sake will be available through a lottery. Check out the participating breweries and...
Master Brewer Naohiko Noguchi will make a special appearance at SAKE Shokudo by Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute, located in Kanazawa Hyakubangai Anto West inside Kanazawa Station. This standing-only sake bar invites guests to meet the renowned brewer, enjoy a variety of sake, dine in, or try their amazake soft serve ice cream. The event coincides...
Celebrate early summer at the Live & Sake・Tea Festa, an immersive festival featuring seasonal iris blooms, sake tastings from two renowned local breweries, delicious Japanese appetizers, and freshly brewed tea. Enjoy two live music stages, including a performance by Junko Tateishi, and connect with sake makers from Kanagawa Prefecture’s Nakazawa and Kawanishiya breweries. Admission includes...
Planning a trip to Japan? Brush up on your sake skills at this immersive class at the Sake Studies Center in Brooklyn Kura. This hands-on and interactive course is designed specifically for travelers eager to navigate Japan's sake scene. Attendees will explore the essentials of sake, get expert tips for brewery visits and etiquette, and...
Take your love of sake to the next level as you join Sake School of America's Certified Sake Adviser Online Course, taught in English. This immersive and interactive class is designed for both hospitality professionals and dedicated enthusiasts, providing a deep dive into sake's history, production, and tasting techniques. Expect hands-on sampling of over a...
Immerse yourself in the world of sake with Sunflower Sake's annual Sun201 course in Portland, designed for active and aspiring professionals. Dive into 9.5 hours of interactive instruction covering sake...
Enjoy a special Omakase Sake Dinner at Highland Park featuring Chef Saito San's nigiri, hand rolls, and dishes paired with Heiwa Shuzo sake. The evening will showcase a delicious collaboration, with an optional sake pairing available for attendees. Reservations are highly recommended for this unique culinary experience.
Celebrate the dedication of Chris RWK's newest public sculpture, 'FOR GIVING,' in the heart of Highwood! This heartfelt event features the unveiling of RWK’s iconic robot figure holding a heart and honors the spirit of community and giving. Curated by Collect with Lulu and Silvertuna Studios, it's a wonderful opportunity for public art lovers to...
Experience a special sake dinner with Hakkaisan and Momoyama featuring five delicious courses and six unique sake pairings. This is a great evening for sake lovers and those who enjoy...
Embark on a flavorful journey through Japan’s sake landscape with Kome Collective’s Jennifer Ross at The House of Beau. This evening event offers guests an in-depth guided tasting featuring curated pours from Beau, rare luxury samplings, and an introduction to the soon-to-launch Sake Cabinet Membership. Explore sake regions, brewing traditions, rice varieties, and notable breweries...
Join Sakura Sake Bar for a special night dedicated to sake and cocktails, in collaboration with Bōken Sake. Certified Sommelier & Sake Adviser Melissa Hoffman will guide guests through a curated tasting of Bōken sakes from Hiraizumi Sake Brewery, one of Japan’s oldest. The evening features a debut cocktail menu by Nico Julia, celebrating sake’s...
Give Dad a unique Father's Day treat by joining a special calligraphy sake class. Participants will personalize a sake bottle with a hand-written custom calligraphy label, and enjoy delicious sake provided by Kato Sake Works. This fun and creative workshop makes for a meaningful, memorable gift that can be cherished and displayed long after the...
Test your palate in Nagano at the 2026 Amateur Sake Tasting Championship regional qualifiers! Sake fans aged 20 and up are invited to compete for a spot in the Nagano Prefecture finals. The event includes a friendly competition, followed by a special post-event banquet with sake producers—a rare opportunity to chat directly with master brewers....
Step aside, wine—sake is here to steal the show! The Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura invites you to a fun and interactive sake and cheese pairing class featuring five craft sakes from Japan, each thoughtfully matched with artisanal cheeses. The event includes nibbles, spreads, an introduction to sake and cheese basics, and handouts to...
Experience a night of creativity at Chris RWK's solo art exhibition, 'I Left My Heart in Illinois.' Presented by Silvertuna Studios and CollectWithLulu, this one-night event showcases the vibrant, thought-provoking work of world-renowned street and graffiti artist Chris Robots Will Kill. Engage with Chris and fellow art lovers while discovering how his art expresses a...
Dive into a special two-night collaboration at Kappo in Washington, DC, featuring Bōken Sake. Experience an exclusive first taste of Kappo’s summer menu with expertly curated sake pairings by Certified Sake Advisor @jakeburdick. Guests will enjoy a $150 Seasonal Wagyu Omakase and an optional $95 curated Bōken sake pairing, while learning about the history and...
Explore the entire Hachidori (Hummingbird) Sake Line from Shindo Brewery in Yamagata Prefecture at The Sake Shop in Honolulu. Sample each premium grade, from Junmai to Daiginjo, all in the classic Yamagata tradition—bright, fruity, and smooth. Special guests Masanobu Shindo (President & Brewmaster) and Sake Master Stuart Morris will be there to share stories and...
Enjoy a special evening hosted by Mutual Trading featuring Fumigiku Brewery, visiting from Toyama, Japan. Meet the brewers behind Haneya Sake varieties including Tsubasa 50 Junmai Daiginjo, Tokubetsu Junmai, and Prism Junmai Ginjo. Attendees can enjoy a free tasting, chat with the guest brewer, and shop retail bottles to take home. No reservations are required—just...
Celebrate Dodgers Fan Night with an evening of premium sake tasting and good company at Izakaya Ringo. Enjoy a special edition Hakkaisan sake while cheering on your favorite team in a friendly and relaxed setting. Whether you're a seasoned sake enthusiast or simply curious to explore, guests are welcome to taste before ordering. No RSVP...
Enjoy a complimentary cup of Tenmei Bear Cup Sake with any meal purchase at Warude Crown Heights in Brooklyn. This fun tasting event is a great way to spend your Friday evening with good food, good company, and great sake. Offer available while supplies last and guests must be 21+ with valid ID.
Cycol Gallery spotlights graffiti pioneer Crash One in CRASH: THE BLUEPRINT, a solo exhibition that traces his transformation from subway artist to global fine art icon. Curated by Harris Lobel,...
The 5th Annual Hudson Valley Fermentation Festival returns to Twin Star Orchards in New York on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Attendees can connect with 50 of the region's top fermenters,...
Maruishi Shuzo will celebrate 'Maruishi Day' with a lively event featuring limited edition sake, fresh KEG draft sake, tastings, and a special market! Enjoy exclusive and freshly-tapped brews, discover rare bottles, and enjoy delicious finds, all from this historic brewery in Okazaki. There will be both classic and brand-new sake styles, with special opportunities to...
Experience the unique flavors of Choyo Fukumusume sake at this free tasting and sales event at Yamanaka Sake Shop in Osaka. The event features a guided tasting of seven different types of Choyo Fukumusume—ranging from their staple products to seasonal and limited offerings. A member of the Iwasaki Sake Brewery team will be present for...
Experience a special sake tasting event featuring guest appearances from Hideki Moriki and Kana Nakagawa of Moriki Sake Brewery. Enjoy a variety of juicy, limited edition 'Rumiko' sakes straight from the award-winning brewery. This is the first day of a two-day tasting series in Iga, Mie. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to meet...