Celebrate sake and music at the Hakuro Sake Festival's 5th anniversary! Hosted by Sakenrock, this two-day event brings the famous Hakuro sake brewery from Tokoname, Aichi to Nihonbashi, Tokyo. Enjoy unlimited sake tastings (白老飲み放題), delicious food (Day 1 features 'Jiji Udon'), and live DJ performances by ALIVE, Cosplay Ko-chan, and more. Be among the first...
Celebrate the Dodgers Special Edition with a free sake tasting at Sushiya Prime All You Can Eat in Hacienda Heights. Enjoy a pour of Hakkaisan's Dodgers Junmai Daiginjo, with bottles and cans available for purchase. Glasses are $9, cans $18, and bottles $50. This fun event is open to all sake enthusiasts—don't miss your chance...
Inspired by classic Japanese izakaya nights, Sunflower Sake is hosting 'After Dark,' a celebratory solstice pop-up with a special twist. Enjoy an evening out on the south loading dock at Olympic Mills, featuring sake highballs and sours, a curated vinyl set from a local regular, and snack bites by Hiori. Wind down the longest day...
Discover Nagano’s finest sakes at this vibrant, walk-in tasting event hosted at The Lounge in New World Millennium Hong Kong. Attendees can sip, socialize, and explore a curated selection of artisanal sakes from Nagano in a relaxed setting. The event encourages mingling and sake appreciation, making it an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Kick off your sake education with this hands-on rice planting experience at Heiwa Shuzo. Learn about the first steps of sake making in the scenic rice paddies of Wakayama. Registration includes either a morning session (3,000 yen) or a full-day option (6,000 yen), plus the opportunity to purchase limited-edition goods. Be sure to bring comfortable...
Experience a sake lover's dream at the Sakagura Festival in Hiroshima. Six breweries from across Japan are joining forces for a massive tasting event! Enjoy delicious sake from renowned producers and treat yourself to tasty dishes available for purchase from local eateries. Advance tickets are available and provide coupons for drinks and food. Don't miss...
Experience a delightful sake tasting at the 39th Matsunotsukasa Sake Tasting in Hikone! Hosted at the picturesque Hikone Castle Resort & Spa, guests can sample a selection of Matsunotsukasa's finest sakes. There are two sessions to choose from, each limited to 100 attendees. Don't miss this annual celebration—perfect for sake lovers eager to discover and...
Celebrate sake and rice fermentation at the 42nd Nihonshu Hibiki-kai special June gathering. Sample and discuss a variety of rice-based sake alongside fellow enthusiasts. The event is set in a lively yakiniku restaurant in Umeda and is ideal for anyone interested in Japanese sake and fermentation culture.
Ishinoko Kitchen and guests from Japan, Shota Itoi and Zaku Sake Brewery, present an afternoon of sake, small bites, and soundscapes at Rosforth & Rosforth in Copenhagen. Experience a unique cross-cultural pop-up with Japanese otsumami (snacks), sake from Zaku, wine from Rosforth & Rosforth, and music by Erlend Klette (DJ), Benny Christian (Talk), and more....
Kioku Sake Bar presents an exclusive Sake Masterclass featuring the renowned Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute. Guided by the visiting Takashi Iwai from Japan, attendees can experience a curated tasting of six unique sake expressions spanning vintages from 2018 to 2024, including the rare Yume Zukuri collaboration with Suntory Yamazaki. The sakes will be complemented by...
Celebrate the launch of Cafe Yoto's first-ever Happy Hour with an evening featuring thoughtfully paired sake flights chosen by Chris Griese from Sake Story, alongside delectable seasonal bites crafted by the cafe's team. Whether you're a sake enthusiast or simply curious about Japanese food and drink culture, enjoy exploring a flavorful, curated lineup in a...
Experience the launch and celebration of GI Saga, an event highlighting Sake from the Saga region. Enjoy tastings and festivities with local producers at the Saga Station Front Exchange Plaza. This event offers an excellent opportunity to discover unique Sake varieties and connect with fellow enthusiasts in the heart of Saga. Organized as a special...
Join The Sake Ninja at Hooked for an unforgettable evening featuring a special five-course dining experience, where each dish is expertly paired with an exceptional sake selection. Designed to excite your palate with bold flavors and unique combinations, this exclusive event promises to be a treat for sake enthusiasts and food lovers alike! Seating is...
Experience a special pop-up featuring Kura Shochu at Bar Mutsumi in New York City. Guests can enjoy Kura Shochu served as highballs, neat and on the rocks, paired with curated bites. No RSVP required—just drop by for a relaxed evening highlighting Japanese shochu and food pairings!
Elevate your palate at Cork & Knife Old Town Clovis with a unique 3-course Japanese-Italian fusion dinner and premium Bōken sake tasting. Experience pours from artisan family breweries and enjoy a menu crafted by Chef Nikolas Minassian, with sake education from Jeramy Brown. Perfect for adventurous wine and sake lovers! Reservations are required and space...
Celebrate the revival of traditional kioke barrel craftsmanship at the Fermentation Culture Summit in Tokyo! Hosted at Shibuya Hikarie 8F, this three-day event covers fermentation workshops, expert panel discussions, and sake tastings—all centered on Japan's diverse fermentation traditions. Discover the artistry behind kioke barrels and the future of craft fermentation. While this listing is for...
Join Director Ryo and James Mark of Mutual Trading in Brooklyn for Sake to Otsumami Vol. 1, an evening of expertly paired sake and Japanese-inspired small bites. Attendees will enjoy six different sakes, each matched with six kinds of otsumami (Japanese snacks) designed specifically for summer by Ryo and James. Two seatings are available, so...
Celebrate international soccer with a special night at ASOKO! On June 25th at 7 PM, Horikoshi Hideki, Master Brewer (Toji) from Ryujin Shuzo in Gunma Prefecture, will be pouring Oze no Yukidoke sake flights and by-the-glass specials. Enjoy the flavors of Gunma while watching the Japan vs. Sweden World Cup match. This immersive tasting event...
Experience a special limited Kanzake (warm sake) and Yakitori pairing dinner hosted by the Hong Kong Kanzake Club. Enjoy expertly paired sake with a yakitori meal at Tori Tomo in Tsim Sha Tsui. Early bird pricing is available before May 31st. Hosted at a celebrated yakitori spot, this evening offers a unique opportunity to savor...
Explore the world of traditional Korean rice wine, known as makgeolli, with a special tasting event featuring Alice Jun, the founder of Hana Makgeolli. Join Bar Alice Anne in Fell's Point for a complimentary sampling of Brooklyn-brewed Korean rice wines poured by Alice herself. The tasting will be paired with savory, crispy Korean jeon pancakes....
Discover the heritage craft of shuttle tatting in this beginner-friendly lace class led by Rhiannon Platt at Tiny Arts Supply. Learn the centuries-old technique of creating intricate lace using a small shuttle to form double knots along a core thread. This hands-on workshop covers foundational skills including starting tatting, forming double knots and picots, and...
Experience a special sake tasting event at Pier AK, featuring the renowned Kanagawa-based brewery Kanei Shuzoten. Enjoy a variety of delicious sakes and meet representatives from the brewery. A great opportunity for sake enthusiasts to celebrate and discover new flavors!
Experience a lively pop-up featuring straw-grilled dishes cooked right before your eyes, paired with a specially curated lineup of dry Japanese sake. Enjoy the aroma and bold flavors of freshly grilled food, complemented by five selected sake varieties from Okayama, handpicked by sake enthusiast MIYU. Popular dishes from Jyuni’s regular menu will also be available....
Join an intimate, seated guided tasting featuring an exclusive collection of nine sake from the acclaimed Itakura Shuzo, including hand-carried bottles from Japan and selections from Tenon, Mukyu Tenon, SAGA, and Itonami Brewery. The experience begins with a 30-minute introduction to Itakura Shuzo and Shimane sake, followed by a casual, interactive tasting session. Hosted in...
Celebrate Japan's performance in the World Cup with a special sake tasting at Obscure Wine Company, led by certified sake advisor Jenny O'Donnell of New York Mutual Trading. Guests will learn about the history and diverse nuances of sake, and enjoy tastings of hand-picked bottles from renowned breweries including Amabuki, Hakkaisan, Kubota, Ryujin, Tatenokawa, and...