Expand your palate and sake knowledge at the Sake Studies Center in Brooklyn Kura! This engaging session introduces participants to the fascinating world of sake, guiding you through a tasting and a behind-the-scenes brewery tour. Perfect for beginners and anyone curious about the sake-making process.
Explore the world of Niigata Nagaoka sake over two days of in-depth seminars, tastings, and panels at the Kikisake-shi Forum 2026, featuring Nagaoka City. Ticket includes admission to the renowned...
Spirit of Japan returns to downtown Denver for a vibrant three-day celebration of Japanese culture, food, and drinks. Enjoy a weekend of culinary exploration featuring traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, sake, whisky, shochu, beer, cocktails, entertainment, shopping, and immersive cultural experiences. This festival is open to fans and newcomers alike to sample, learn, and discover...
Join the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura for a guided tour of the brewery and an immersive sake tasting experience. Discover the sake-making process and enjoy samples of Brooklyn Kura's unique brews in the heart of Brooklyn. Perfect for both sake aficionados and newcomers interested in local craft sake.
Experience a vibrant market and festival atmosphere at Harushika Sake Brewery Marche! Sample a variety of sake and enjoy local food trucks, community stalls, and festival activities. This event promises a lively day for sake enthusiasts and families alike, at the famous Harushika Brewery in Nara. Entry is free and all are welcome!
Furusato Gourmet Terrace, also known as Furutera, brings together sake breweries and local gourmet food producers from all over Japan, with a special autumn event themed around the Sumida Autumn Sake Festival. Attendees can enjoy rare and seasonal sake varieties not usually available in Tokyo, as well as local delicacies that evoke a sense of...
Enjoy a prestigious sake tasting championship and celebration of Nara sake at the newly renovated Nara Hotel. Guests can savor a buffet featuring local sake from various breweries and the hotel’s gourmet cuisine. The event includes a sake-tasting competition followed by a seated buffet, with special Nara sake-themed souvenirs for attendees. Registration begins at 10:30...
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...
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...
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 inspired by autumn flowers—cosmos, bellflower (kikyo), and ball chrysanthemum (tamagiku)—using traditional techniques. All ingredients, tools, and take-home containers are provided. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts...
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...
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...
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...
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 books, art publications, and unique printed works. Explore a diverse range of exhibitors, attend talks and workshops, and connect with creatives from around the globe....
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 about the intricate method and meaning behind preparing and serving matcha. Attendees can look forward to enjoying a cup of freshly made matcha and a...
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...