Celebrate spring at Chiyo Brewery's annual open house and sake tasting event! Enjoy exclusive brewery access and sample a variety of seasonal sakes, with two sessions throughout the day. Each session is limited to 200 participants. Experience the craftsmanship and vibrant flavors of Chiyo Brewery in a festive, welcoming atmosphere.
Celebrate sake at Nishide Brewery's Thanksgiving Festival in Komatsu! Enjoy tastings and festivities at this historic venue. The event takes place on April 26, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and promises great sake, local culture, and plenty of fun for all attendees.
Explore the world of sake at Kato Sake Works in Brooklyn with their guided tasting event. Whether you're new to sake or already a fan, this 90-minute session offers an in-depth exploration of sake styles, with expert taproom bartenders discussing flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more. Enjoy a variety of sakes and join engaging discussions...
Kick off spring with the Kura Shochu Cocktail Competition Party at Rule of Third's Corner Bar! After two previous cancellations due to snow, this popular event returns on April 26th. Watch eight of New York City's top bartenders compete to create the ultimate Kura shochu cocktail in front of a live judging panel. Attendees can...
Join Sake School of America for their WSET Level 2 Award in Sake online course—a deep dive into sake tasting, vocabulary, and styles, perfect for sake lovers and hospitality pros. This engaging, guided experience includes live Zoom instruction, tasting samples, a comprehensive textbook, the final exam, and an official WSET certificate and pin upon completion....
Urakasumi Brewery marks over 300 years since its founding with the Urakasumi Brewery Festival 2026 in Shiogama, Miyagi Prefecture. Attendees can enjoy sake tastings, tours of the historic brewery, and various local festivities celebrating Japanese sake craftsmanship. This one-day event is perfect for sake enthusiasts and anyone interested in Japanese brewing heritage.
A special collaboration event featuring three breweries – Yamanokotobuki Brewery (sake), Tenpai Distillery (shochu), and Ōga Brewery (sake) – is set for April 29, 2026, at Todoroki Sake Shop in Fukuoka. Attendees can try and purchase limited edition sake and shochu only available at this gathering. This year brings a unique twist with an art...
Sake lovers rejoice—The Joy of Sake is back in New York! Attendees can sample from nearly 500 sake labels from Japan and the U.S., all while enjoying sake-themed appetizers crafted by some of New York’s top restaurants. With unlimited tastings and delicious bites included in the admission, this annual celebration is a must for sake...
Dive deep into the craft of sake in Toronto with the Sake Scholar Course at Ki Modern Japanese + Bar! This advanced, three-day program explores sake and shochu from all 47 Japanese prefectures through tastings, history, geography, and production methods. Led by instructor Michael Tremblay, you'll have hands-on tastings, collaborative discussions, and a comprehensive exam...
TAK Stockholm returns with the second ever Stockholm Sake Festival, Sweden's only festival dedicated exclusively to the Japanese beverage, sake. Expect tastings of more than 100 sake varieties from renowned breweries in both Japan and Europe, alongside Japanese beer, cocktails, tea, and coffee. The event includes lectures (free to attend), a Japanese food court, private...
Nakajima Shuzo will be hosting their Spring Brewery Festival on May 2nd and 3rd, 2026. This celebration marks the opening of the brewery for the season, with special festivities, sake, and community spirit. Timing and other details will be announced at a later date.
Discover the world of sake at the Sake Studies Center inside Brooklyn Kura in New York City. This hands-on introduction covers the basics of sake through a Sake 101 presentation, followed by a guided tasting of four Brooklyn Kura craft sakes and a premium sake from Japan. Attendees will also get a taste straight from...
Enjoy a convenient round-trip shuttle bus from Hakata Station and Shin-Iizuka Station to the sake brewery for a special one-day opening event. Reservations are required in advance. The shuttle service makes it easy for sake lovers to visit the brewery and experience the festivities without worrying about transportation. Reservations can be made by visiting the...
The Sake Studies Center offers an in-depth Sake Server Certification Course, perfect for those looking to enhance their sake knowledge and serving skills. Study from experts and gain hands-on experience...
Experience one of the largest hot sake events in Japan at Junmai Soul 2026! Held at the Yonago Convention Center (Big Ship), this festival offers unlimited sake tastings, two specially paired dishes, and a commemorative sake cup. Additional food is available for purchase. Enjoy a lively celebration highlighting top local and national sake producers. Tickets...
Learn the art and science of fermentation in this hands-on kimchi-making class taught by Cheryl Paswater, Certified Fermentationist and founder of Contraband Ferments. This engaging evening workshop will cover the...
Celebrating ten years of graffiti books, the Unlock Book Fair returns for its 10th anniversary at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Völklinger Hütte in Germany. This vibrant, three-day event brings...
Discover the art and science of fermentation with certified fermentationist Cheryl Paswater at Brooklyn Brainery. This hands-on class covers the basics of kombucha brewing, its health benefits, and step-by-step instructions...
Join Contraband Ferments for an in-person Fermented Vegetables Workshop at Brooklyn Brainery. Dive into hands-on techniques and discover the science behind vegetable fermentation. Perfect for fermentation enthusiasts and beginners alike!
American sake is trending, and this in-person class at the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura is a fantastic introduction to the innovative world of U.S.-crafted premium sakes. Attendees will learn sake fundamentals, focusing on the creativity and regional flavors coming from American breweries. The class features a guided tasting of five standout American sakes...
Celebrate Mother's Day by learning how to make kombucha at a special in-person workshop held at the New York Botanical Garden. Led by Contraband Ferments, this hands-on event offers participants...
Experience the vibrant world of sake at the 28th Shichiri Sake Festival! Organized in collaboration with local brewers, the event showcases a diverse range of sake varieties, offering tastings and opportunities to meet the makers. Expect a lively, renewed festival atmosphere with insights into sake brewing, delicious tastings, and a wonderful community spirit. Whether you’re...
Are you curious about Shochu? Join us to learn the basics of this delicious and unique 500+ year old Japanese Spirit, how to differentiate between styles, and how to serve Shochu to its best advantage and use it in delicious craft cocktails. We'll also explore the nuance of Shochu vs Sake and Soju! The course...
Take your sake education to the next level with the Certified Sake Adviser online course from the Sake School of America. Open to both hospitality industry professionals and dedicated enthusiasts,...
Experience the tradition of Japanese sake brewing, recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, at the Goshuin Sake Festival. Held at the special venue at the South Gate of Tsushima...