Wine & Sake Club Social Tasting
The Wine & Sake Club Social Tasting offers guests an open-house style afternoon to sample wines and sakes featured in the club's monthly selections. Whether you're curious about joining their...
The Wine & Sake Club Social Tasting offers guests an open-house style afternoon to sample wines and sakes featured in the club's monthly selections. Whether you're curious about joining their...
Celebrate DIY publishing and creative expression at Baltimore's Zine Fest! This lively outdoor gathering invites everyone to vend, attend, craft, give away zines or food, relax in the grass, and read. The event was postponed to May 30th due to rain, so bring your best creative spirit and hope for good weather! It's all free—whether...
Celebrate 180 years of Sawada Sake Brewery at this special two-day event in Gamagori, Japan! Day 1 features a sake cellar lecture focusing on the history, significance, and continuation of using wooden tools in sake brewing. Expect lectures by academic and industry experts, panel discussions, and deep dives into sake and coopering traditions – plus...
Discover the world of sake at the Sake Studies Center inside Brooklyn Kura! This informative and delicious class includes an approachable Sake 101 presentation, guided tasting of premium sakes (including four Brooklyn Kura craft sakes and one from Japan), a tour of the on-site sake brewery, and tasty nibbles for pairing. Learn from Timothy Sullivan,...
Experience the annual 'Kurabiraki' (Sake Brewery Festival) in Usuki! Discover the specialties of four local sake breweries, including tastings starting at just 100 yen per cup, exclusive local sake sales from Usuki and Yahatahama, and a food fair featuring top local specialties and food stalls. Meet the breweries: Kugehonten, Kotegawa Shuzo, Wakayama Shuzo, and Fujii...
Explore four distinctive styles of sake at this intimate guided tasting in Mexico City. Led by Eddie Sake, a certified kikisake-shi with six international certifications (including WSET Level 3), guests will sample four unique sakes from Eddie Sake's portfolio, paired with food and accompanied by special surprises. The event promises an engaging and deep dive...
Shochu Sanpo 01 offers attendees a special opportunity to meet brewery representatives in person and sample shochu brands rarely available at these venues. The event kicks off at Namichidori (17:00-19:00) and continues at Ippai Attena (19:30-22:00) in Osaka. No reservation is required, and there is a 90-minute time limit during peak hours. Ippai Attena opens...
The 9th Nihonshu Tasting Event is back in Izumiotsu, Osaka, bringing together sake lovers for a day of curated tasting. Enjoy a selection of 50 hand-picked sake varieties from 10 renowned breweries across Japan. This lively event will feature music, a variety of food vendors on-site (note: food costs extra), and opportunities to mingle with...
Experience one of the largest Shochu festivals in the Kansai region as 34 distilleries gather in Kobe for the first time ever! Enjoy unlimited shochu tastings included in your ticket price, with a variety of food booths available for additional purchase. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover shochu and awamori from all over Japan...
Join artist Maria Midttun for a hands-on collage workshop held as part of the Hackney History Festival at Sutton House. Participants of all ages are invited to drop by and create collages inspired by iconic Hackney buildings. This creative session is open to both kids and adults, making it a fun, family-friendly activity in a...
Celebrate the annual "Ai Kansha-sai" (Love and Gratitude Festival) at Daishinshu Brewery. This Kurabiraki, or brewery opening, honors the support of their customers with a day of festivities. Attendees can...
Experience a unique sake pairing lunch at A+ à plus, a French restaurant located in the Yamato Distillery in Nara. This special collaboration brings together Chef Tatsuya Kobayashi and Chobei Yamamoto, the 13th generation head of Yucho Sake Brewery. Expect a creative menu designed to complement expertly selected Japanese sake from a historic Nara brewery....
The third annual Kyushu Distillery Festival in Saga brings together whisky and spirits lovers for a day of tasting experiences. Featuring booths from makers, bars, collectors, and importers, the festival offers both free and paid tastings of a wide variety of drinks. The event will also host a gathering of kitchen cars (food trucks) in...
Dive deep into the world of sake with the WSET Level 2 Award in Sake, hosted by Good to Eat Dumplings and provided by Fifth Taste Sake School. This intensive course is great for jumpstarting your sake journey and serves as a pre-requisite for advanced certifications like the Level 3 Award in Sake and the...
The Sake School of America presents the WSET Level 3 in Sake, a hybrid online and in-person intensive course for those looking to deepen their sake expertise. Over three online days and one in-person production tour with a freshly pressed sake tasting, participants will gain comprehensive knowledge on sake production, styles, quality, and service. 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 in a professional learning environment. Visit the website for detailed class dates, curriculum, and enrollment information.
Experience an unforgettable evening where Paris meets Tokyo at Maggie Rooftop. Hazuki Okuno will create unique Japanese pastries designed to pair exquisitely with Nikka Whisky cocktails, all set in a vibrant rooftop setting above the city. Savor this one-of-a-kind collaboration at Hôtel Rochechouart—pastries are available until they're gone, so arrive early! The event is first...
WADAYA STAND teams up with Dassai for a special pop-up event in Tokyo! Expect exclusive sake offerings and a unique menu crafted for this day only. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy Dassai and WADAYA STAND specialties together. Enthusiasts of sake won't want to miss this collaboration. Early arrival is recommended as it promises...
Experience a unique six-course Japanese dinner at Ganko Ittetsu Ramen, expertly paired with premium selections of sake. Chef Ken Iwaoka presents creative dishes, while Chris Johnson—the Sake Ninja—and John Hafferty of Bin Ends curate sake pours for every course. Don't miss this immersive evening blending bold flavors and refined drinks. Seats are limited and tickets...
My Sake World is offering a free tasting experience in Osaka's Shinsaibashi area, where participants can blend their own original sake starting from 24 bottles. Intended for restaurants, businesses, and those considering OEM options, this hands-on workshop is a fantastic chance to explore the possibilities of custom sake blending. Admission is free, but there is...
Experience a one-of-a-kind skateboard art show where artists from diverse backgrounds—painters, graffiti artists, tattoo artists, illustrators, and mixed media creators—transform blank decks into unique works of art. For one night only, see their creations displayed side by side at The Living Gallery in Brooklyn. Enjoy music by @gurtybeats, and know that 20% of all sales...
Dive into the world of summer sake with Sake Samurai Chris Johnson at No Relation in Boston on June 3rd, 2026. Attendees can expect expertly guided sake pairings and omakase tastings, as Chris shares stories and insights into different producers and sake styles. With only 9 seats available for each of the two seatings (6:00...
Experience a special tasting event featuring the renowned sake brand Koshi no Kanbai from Niigata. Enjoy an intimate conversation and sake session with the prestigious brewmaster from Ishimoto Shuzo brewery. The event will be held at Tachinomi Kuri, offering a unique chance to learn from and drink with a true sake expert. Whether you are...
Enjoy a free tasting of MAQ8 mini makgeolli, Korean rice wine made in Brooklyn, at Stella's Juice Box in Greenpoint. Fresh cans from Hana Makgeolli will be paired with complimentary kimbap from Kimchee Market. Three beloved Greenpoint businesses are coming together for one fun night of food and drinks—don't miss this unique local pairing event!...
Celebrate the launch of director and photographer Ryan Razon's new zine at Gelatin Labs NYC. This special event supports children in the Philippines, with zines available for purchase benefitting charity. Enjoy sounds by @depthbydavid and @elvinabril while exploring film photography centered on Asian identity, youth, and culture. RSVP via the organizer's bio link for more...