Experience the intersection of Japan's rich tradition and innovation at the Shinise Festival 2026! Shops and specialities from across Japan gather for one day in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, offering hands-on encounters with masterful craftsmanship and historic culture. Highlights include the Shinise & Local Market featuring regional delicacies and fine sake, a cross-cultural performance stage with Noh...
Discover the magic of pairing sake and food at Sake Marche in Kanazawa! This lively festival features local breweries from Noto, Kanazawa, and Kaga, bringing together delicious bites and a fantastic sake selection. Enjoy vibrant conversations with friends and soak up the fun at the beautiful Shiinoki Guest House. Please note: attendees must be 20...
Join Dassai Blue Sake Brewery for their 3rd Anniversary Celebration in Hyde Park, NY! This two-day festival offers a vibrant mix of experiences including their first-ever release of Dassai Blue Type 35 Nama sake, an exciting tuna cutting demo with fresh otoro sushi, a lively craft market, and Japanese food pop-ups featuring Wagyu, ramen, takoyaki,...
Autumn Sake Fest 2026 is the largest sake tasting event in the Tokai region, bringing together 27 of Aichi's renowned sake breweries for a celebration under the autumn sky. Enjoy a rare opportunity to talk directly with brewers and sample a rich selection of seasonal sake. The event features artist performances, live ZIP-FM radio sessions,...
Back for its third year, Denver's Queen City Sake Fest returns on October 3rd, 2026 at Finn's Manor. Enjoy a VIP sake tasting from 12:00–1:00 PM, followed by general admission sake tasting from 1:00–4:00 PM. Explore a diverse array of Japanese sake and join fellow enthusiasts for an afternoon of delicious discoveries in a lively...
Experience Suwa Gozō's meticulously crafted sake as you stroll the Kamisuwa Kaido street, visiting local eateries and enjoying delicious sake-paired bites from food stalls. This event is a fun way to explore Suwa's historic town, taste various types of sake, and learn about local craftsmanship from renowned brewers. The event features five traditional breweries and...
D.C. Sake cō returns with its 5th annual Kanpai! to Sake Day in DC at Love, Makoto. This beloved sake festival is a showcase for over 100 unique sakes, led by makers and experts ready to share their knowledge. Experience the flavors and stories behind the brews while exploring a pavilion transformed for the festivities....
Explore over 100 varieties of sake at Nadaya's Great Japan Sake Festival 2026. Featuring unlimited tastings, this festival brings together sake from 26 breweries across Japan for a day of flavor discovery. The festival is split into two sessions, and tickets are available online. Join sake enthusiasts for a lively and immersive experience in Tokyo's...
Join the DC sake community in celebrating the 5th Annual Kanpai to Sake Day in DC! This event marks five years of bringing together sake lovers in the nation's capital and sharing the joy of Kanpai and community. Hosted at Love, Makoto, attendees can look forward to a day filled with sake-themed festivities and an...
Join Murray’s and Brooklyn Kura for an innovative cheese and sake pairing event at Murray’s Cheese Shop in New York City. Delve into a guided tasting led by cheese and sake pros, featuring four cheeses and five sakes, all perfectly paired. This hands-on, in-person class is ideal for those looking to expand their palate beyond...
Join sake educator John Gauntner for his 16th Sake Professional Course, delivered live via Zoom over two consecutive weekends in October 2026. This comprehensive online course covers nearly every aspect of sake, with engaging lectures and smaller, optional tasting sessions each day. Participants will gain a deep understanding of sake, its production, and culture. Session...
Aoki Sake Brewery is hosting its annual 'Gokeiji no Okura-iri' festival, a special autumn brewery event offering unique sake experiences that can only be enjoyed at the brewery. Visitors can look forward to exclusive tastings, brewery tours, and the vibrant atmosphere of an open house. Reservations open on August 1st at 12:00 PM and are...
Celebrate the start of sake brewing season at Aoki Shuzo’s annual open house, 'Gokeiji no Okurairi 2026'! This year’s theme, 'Eat, Drink, Play,' promises a packed schedule: savor a special snack set, enjoy seasonal dishes using local rice, and sample sweets made with sake lees. Enjoy unlimited sake tasting with an original ochoko cup between...
New York Mycological Society presents Fungus Fest 2026 in partnership with The Battery. This vibrant celebration in Battery Park invites all to explore the fascinating world of fungi, featuring workshops, talks, mushroom yoga, interactive art, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. Dive into a day packed with science, art, and surprises dedicated to mushroom lovers of...
The annual Sanmasu Festival returns with the largest sake event hosted by Mimasu Saketen at Kitatopia Asuka Hall. Guests from breweries around Japan will gather for a standing-style tasting, featuring premium sake and specially paired bento boxes. It’s a unique opportunity to taste and compare your favorite labels, chat with the brewers, and enjoy a...
Looking to level up your knowledge and appreciation of Japanese sake? The Sake School of America is hosting a Certified Sake Sommelier online course—a comprehensive, three-day program geared for beverage professionals and enthusiastic hobbyists alike. Dive into principal sake categories, master serving and storage skills, and taste through 15 guided sake samples with seasoned experts...
Join chef Rieko Hayashi for an immersive, hands-on sake making workshop in Brunswick East. Participants will learn traditional sake brewing techniques, explore the cultural significance and history of sake in Japan, and enjoy a curated tasting session led by certified sake sommelier educator Kana. The workshop includes a doburoku (home brewing) kit, sake tasting, and...
The Maine Fermentation Fair is set to take over Castonguay Square in downtown Waterville for a lively gathering featuring speakers, workshops, and local makers. Enjoy a day filled with engaging activities and the opportunity to connect with the fermentation community. Supported by the Quimby Family Foundation, Waterville Creates, and the Mid-Maine Chamber. Artwork is by...
The 21st Echigo Kenshin Sake Festival returns in 2026 for a two-day celebration! Sake, wine, and craft beer crafted in the Joetsu region will be featured. Guests can enjoy tastings and the opportunity to purchase regional beverages, all in one place. Details about the festival activities and lineup will be updated frequently on the official...
The OSAKA SAKE SQUARE 2026 brings together sake breweries from across Kansai to Osaka's Namba Carnival Mall for a unique celebration of sake and music. Unlike typical sake tasting events, this vibrant festival welcomes everyone from enthusiasts to newcomers, offering a lively atmosphere perfect for exploring the rich world of Japanese sake. Expect participation from...
Experience the annual rice harvest with Heiwa Shuzou at 'Agara no Ta' in Japan! On October 18, 2026, participants can join in harvesting Yamada Nishiki rice, a key ingredient for sake brewing. While details and sign-up information will be available in mid-August, mark your calendar for this immersive outdoor experience combining Japanese agriculture and sake...
Join the 6th Osanpo Kura Marche for a day dedicated to experiences only possible at a sake brewery! Explore stalls with food, local products, and hands-on workshops themed around sake, sake lees, and sake rice. Highlights include sake kasu crackers, sake rice balls, and sake-inspired fried foods. Discover a unique festival atmosphere hosted by Daiichi...
Autumn Sake Festival Gifu is back for its fourth edition on October 24th and 25th, 2026, gathering 30 breweries from all across Gifu Prefecture. Hosted at the vibrant Kinko Park, this large-scale sake tasting event is a rare opportunity to chat directly with brewers and sample a diverse selection of autumn sake, known as 'aki-agari.'...
Japan Tea Expo 2026 brings together a vibrant mix of Japanese teas, international teas, blended teas, tea sweets, and a wide variety of tea-related exhibitors for one of eastern Japan's...
Junmai Sake Week Nagoya 2026 brings together over 50 select sake breweries from across Japan for an unforgettable four-day festival in the heart of Nagoya. Sample premium Junmai sake, discover new favorites, and connect with passionate sake makers sharing their craft and expertise. The event is held under the Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER (formerly Nagoya...