Catch Iwai-san, lead brewer at Noguchi Naohiko Sake, at Sake Bar Asoko for a special late-night popup. Enjoy exclusive glass pours and flights, including bottles not yet imported to the US—a unique experience for sake lovers in Chinatown.
Asabiraki Sake Brewery is hosting a lively fair that everyone can enjoy, from adults to kids! Enjoy all-you-can-drink sake, beer, and cocktails for up to three hours, along with a wide array of food stalls and a special kids' festival overseen by university students. Various local vendors will provide delicious eats and fun attractions, and...
Discover two days of independent art, zines, and books at the Art + Book Fair, hosted by Blankmagbooks, Cafe Studio, and The Network Projects. Enjoy curated selections of creative works and meet featured artists and collectives including Canned Planet, Culture Crush Editions, Hasta Siempre Books, Andrew Kass, Beatrice Domond, Edwin De La Rosa, Gregory Simmons,...
The 6th Annual Hip Hop In The Park is back at The Oval on Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway. This energetic event features the HHITP Graffiti Alley, showcasing top graffiti and street artists from Philly, New York, New Jersey, Florida, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Experience a vibrant display of style and creativity as artists bring the...
Don’t miss the special collaboration event between Sakekobo Umemoto and the famous sake brewery Harushika! Postponed in June due to a typhoon, the event is now happening on August 8th. Enjoy an early start from 12:00 PM for a full day of sake tasting, with Harushika’s Mr. Kusano in attendance to share insights on the...
8Ball Community is hosting the La Plaza Zine Fair at the La Plaza Cultural Community Garden. This free and open-to-the-public event features vendors, talk panels, and workshops, all centered around the vibrant world of zine culture. No tickets or RSVP are required. Attendees can enjoy a creative afternoon browsing zines, engaging with creators, and participating...
Test your sake skills at the 44th National Kikisake Sake Tasting Competition, Saga Prefecture Qualifier! Participants will taste and judge seven different types of sake, identifying matching pairs by flavor and aroma. Beginners are welcome, and explanations from local sake brewers will be provided. The competition is open to residents, workers, and students (university or...
Sake lovers and newcomers are invited to the 26th Pei-chan Sake Meetup for a special Ubukata sake tasting night. Indulge in a luxurious all-you-can-drink and compare different Ubukata sakes, featuring rare and special-edition bottles curated over a year. Enjoy this unique experience at MY NEW HOUSE, a venue known for its wagyu beef hashed rice,...
Experience the American debut of two new sakes from Fukucho on the rooftop at Kampai. Guests will be among the first in the country to taste these new releases, paired with a four-course dinner curated by Chef Chris Massad. Both Miho Imada, President and Master Brewer of Fukucho, and Tetsuro Igarashi, Master Brewer of Tensei...
Hakkaisan presents Kikizake Day, taking over ATSUGI COFFEE for a special one-day pop-up. Experience a unique blend of sake, coffee brewed with sake brewing water, Hakkaisan's Raiden Beer, and delicious sweets featuring sake lees. From a sake lees pancake and coffee breakfast set to lemon pound cake, desserts, and signature drinks, this day is packed...
Celebrate at the annual Kikusui Festival 2026, held at the iconic Kikusuiro, a historic Nara ryotei established in 1891. Known for bringing Nara together as a city of connection, this festival features 20 local shops coming together under one roof. Experience the craftsmanship and flavors Nara has to offer, and browse a curated market of...
Celebrate summer in Japan with Temari NY's Summer Wagashi Workshop! In this hands-on class, you'll learn to create four beautiful nerikiri sweets inspired by Japanese summer festivals, fireworks, and goldfish bowls. Nerikiri are traditional, vegan-friendly Japanese confections crafted from white bean paste and gyuhi, representing the beauty of the seasons. This beginner-friendly workshop welcomes children...
Experience killer sake, Japan-inspired cocktails, tasty snacks, and great vibes at Saint Sake's first ever pop-up, held at Robin in Maplewood. No tickets required – just drop in and enjoy Saint Louis style hospitality and a flavorful evening.
Discover the delightful flavors that result from pairing sake with cheese at this hands-on class and brewery tour! Hosted at the Sake Studies Center inside Brooklyn Kura, this educational and delicious experience will guide you through sake and cheese combinations while offering a behind-the-scenes look at the sake brewing process. Perfect for food and drink...
Sake Noire hosts a special coastal-inspired standing sake tasting event in Hillman City. Enjoy an evening featuring a curated selection of sake from visiting Japanese breweries—Fukucho (Hiroshima) with toji Miho Imada, and Tensei/Kumazawa (Kanagawa). Attendees can taste classics and new releases, enjoy unlimited snacks from Chef Yael, and meet the brewers. The event celebrates Japanese...
Hannyatou is hosting a special Brewer's Night Seafood Pairing, celebrating the flavors of the sea with sake. Enjoy a premium tasting event featuring six courses of expertly paired seafood alongside sake from renowned Tojis: Miho Imada of Fukucho Brewery (Hiroshima) and Tetsuro Igarashi of Tensei (Kumazawa Shuzo, Kanagawa). Sake Samurai Monica Samuel joins in collaboration....
Sake enthusiasts—this is your chance to mingle and enjoy pours from acclaimed brewers Miho San of Fukucho and Igarashi San of Tensei at Hannyatou's special Brewers After Party! All six sakes will be available, and even though the seafood dinner is sold out, the brewers are excited to hang out with everyone who comes by....
Dive into the world of craft sake and independent publishing at this unique event in Oga! Hosted by Huuuu and co-hosted by InetoAgave, this lively gathering features a panel session with leading figures from sake brewing and creative industries, followed by a networking and book sale portion. The event is open to 30 guests and...
Experience an in-depth sake tasting and guided talk with guest brewers Miho Imada (Fukucho Shuzo, Hiroshima) and Tetsuro Igarashi (Kumazawa Shuzo, Kanagawa). Hosted by importer Kome Collective, this immersive class features the debut of new sake releases and a lineup of classic pours. Learn about brewing innovation, rice varieties, and fermentation techniques directly from some...
KinKa invites you to a hands-on kimchi workshop, part of their Seasonal Kimchi workshop series in New York City. This class provides an accessible introduction to kimchi-making, a cornerstone of Korean cuisine. Participants will learn about the history, fermentation process, and techniques of preparing kimchi. Enjoy a tasting of freshly made kimchi and tofu, and...
Discover the art of Japanese calligraphy and create your own custom sake label in this hands-on class. Led by Taisan Tanaka at Kato Sake Works, participants will have the opportunity to design a sake label featuring their favorite word or a special message. Perfect for both beginners and those interested in Japanese culture and crafts.
Kikusui Sake Brewery Garden is hosting a three-day summer festival from August 13–15, 2026! Enjoy seasonal experiences like brewery-style shaved ice, a local farmers’ vegetable market, a special bazaar of unique sakeware, furoshiki, and hand towels, plus wind chime making, a photo exhibition, and free-play piano in the traditional storehouse. It’s a perfect way for...
Curious about Shochu? The Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura is hosting a hands-on class and brewery tour focusing on this 500-year-old Japanese spirit. Learn how Shochu differs from Sake and Soju, discover various Shochu styles, and find out how to serve and mix them into craft cocktails. The experience includes a Shochu 101 presentation,...
Shojo's Dojo partners with Soi Thai Street Food to present Florida’s first Sake Omakase—a guided omakase-style sake adventure. The Master of Sake Sommelier will lead an intimate (8-seat) tasting featuring three different sakes and two sake cocktails, each thoughtfully paired with four small bites crafted by Soi Thai. Counter-style seating places guests right in front...
Fou Gallery teams up with Oshiriai Studio for a two-hour workshop where guests will craft three beautiful nerikiri confections inspired by the exhibition 'Transcendence.' Discover the centuries-old Japanese art of wagashi, rooted in seasonal awareness and quiet contemplation. Tea will be served to complement your creations. Suitable for all skill levels. Book your spot through...