Celebrate Trenton's vibrant street art and hip-hop culture with a special screening of the legendary cult classic film "Wild Style," followed by a Q&A session with its director, Charlie Ahearn....
Step into a traditional Kyoto-inspired tea room in New York City and experience the exclusive Japanese summer Chakai, a seasonal tea gathering rarely found outside Japan. Hosted by a Tea...
This is your last chance to join the Sake Calling tasting sessions in Estonia! Enjoy a guided sake experience featuring five different sakes and accompanying snacks. A sake professional will share fun stories, facts, and answer all your questions, making this event perfect for sake lovers and the sake-curious alike. Kimonos are welcome, but not...
Explore the fascinating world of sake at the Sake Studies Center, located at Brooklyn Kura. This introduction class invites attendees to discover the art of sake brewing, sample a selection...
Celebrate the flavors of summer at the Japanese American Museum of San Jose's Summer Sake Fundraiser 2026! Guests can sample expertly curated premium sake, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages, while savoring...
Celebrate all things fermented at the Somerville Fermentation Festival, returning to The Center for Arts at the Armory! Explore a vibrant lineup of local fermented food and beverage vendors, expert-led...
Discover the essence of matcha with KinKa's Matcha 101 'Whisk & Sip' class in New York City! Dive into the history, cultivation, and health benefits of matcha while learning hands-on whisking techniques. The session also includes guidance on matcha utensil care and choosing the best quality tea. Attendees will get to whisk and savor their...
Sample over 100 different types of sake from Saga at the Saga Sake Fes 2026! With 21 participating breweries, guests can compare and enjoy a huge variety of regional sake. Chat with local brewers, join in the festive atmosphere, and enjoy food from onsite kitchen cars. Advance tasting tickets (10 pours and a glass) are...
Experience summer in Japan without leaving Amsterdam at 'A Taste of Japanese Summer,' a special wagashi pop-up at UTAGE Sake Bar. ANTO brings freshly made wagashi, with Chef Annabell Seiko Harada of KOMB (Tokyo) crafting three seasonal treats that blend traditional Japanese confectionery with vibrant summer flavors: Passion Fruit Daifuku, Raspberry Warabi Mochi, and Coconut...
Experience a guided tour of Brooklyn Kura's brewery, followed by a curated sake tasting at the Sake Studies Center. Ideal for newcomers and enthusiasts, this event offers insight into sake production processes and the opportunity to taste a range of handcrafted sakes made on site.
Legendary graffiti artist and designer Eric Haze takes the stage for an engaging visual presentation and Q&A, moderated by Christopher Pusey. This event is part of the Manes Art Center's...
Experience the tranquil Japanese tea ceremony with the team at RESOBOX in the East Village. This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone curious about chanoyu, the traditional art of preparing matcha. Rooted in Zen Buddhism and centuries-old etiquette, the ceremony is both a social and meditative gathering centered around enjoying good tea. Participants will learn...
Celebrate the world premiere of 'Who is Iz The Wiz,' a documentary highlighting the life and legacy of the legendary New York subway graffiti artist. Hosted at LOOK Cinemas as part of the HHFF Festival on the Hudson, this event promises an inside look into street art history. Tickets are available online via harlemfilmhouse.org.
Discover how sake and cheese come together in this unique pairing class and brewery tour at the Sake Studies Center, hosted by Brooklyn Kura. Savor delicious combinations while exploring the...
Join Iinumahonke Sake Brewery for a special rice harvesting experience in their own rice fields! Participants will harvest sake rice 'Gohyakumangoku,' which is later used to brew delicious Japanese sake. Whether or not you joined the April planting, both adults and children can enjoy this unique opportunity to connect with nature. After working up an...
Experience Kōshomō, a unique Japanese chanoyu incense ritual, followed by a serving of matcha during a tranquil Obon gathering. This event honors memory, the changing seasons, and the art of...
Celebrate summer with the Kikutsuka Festival at Kikuno Tsukasa Sake Brewery! Enjoy all-you-can-drink sake, a sake tasting competition, a prize lottery, and guided brewery tours (8 people per tour, 500 yen each). Early reservations come with a special snack set. Guests are welcome to bring their own food. Whether you’re a sake fan or just...
Explore the meditative floral art of Chabana, the Japanese tea ceremony's unique approach to seasonal, natural floral arrangements. This hands-on workshop with KinKa co-founder EunYoung Sebazco invites you to embrace summer's quiet beauty by learning the philosophy and practical skills behind Chabana. Participants will work with seasonal flowers, grasses, and classic vessels, and create their...
Meet Daishichi’s 10th-generation Master, Shichiuemon Ohta, for a curated sake tasting experience featuring nine exceptional sakes from Fukushima, Japan’s top award-winning region. Explore unique styles and flavors from Daishichi, Daitengu, and Suehiro breweries, including rarities and the celebrated Kimoto method. This in-person event gives New Yorkers the rare chance to taste centuries of artistry and...
Dive into the 43rd edition of Nihonshu Kyokai's unique sake experience at Yakiniku Ebisu in Umeda! This mysterious summer event features a blind tasting of 12 types of sake, where participants will have to find the three "something is different" sakes. The event is filled with themed 'kaidan' (ghost story) challenges, such as searching for...
Discover the world of sake with a guided tour of Brooklyn Kura's brewery, followed by a curated sake tasting session led by the Sake Studies Center. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore the brewing process up close and taste a selection of fresh sakes. Ideal for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Explore the beauty of Japanese Nerikiri Wagashi in this creative workshop at RESOBOX East Village. Attendees will learn to make three distinctive wagashi treats, each inspired by the magic of midsummer: the cool elegance of Morning Glory, the celebratory burst of Fireworks, and the vibrant Sunflower. Through simple hand techniques such as pressing, pinching, and...
Level up your service skills in sake with the Sake Server Certification Seminar hosted by the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. This comprehensive one-day class is open to all, with no prerequisites. Participants receive hands-on instruction in sake service and sales—perfect for restaurant and retail professionals or anyone interested in professional sake service. The...
Mariela Chicago launches their Dinner & Drinks Series with a delightful collaboration featuring Nami Sake. Join for a four-course tasting menu, each course expertly paired with sake and other drinks from leading beverage brands. Enjoy an evening of culinary delight and beverage education in one of Chicago's vibrant dining scenes. Secure your ticket via the...
Yuki Shibata of Shibata Shuzo brings a special evening to KRU, featuring a lineup of five limited sake pours—including the brewery’s brand new release, Heart to Heart. Guests are invited to enjoy a glass, then stay for dinner with à la carte options and special Restaurant Week prix-fixe menus. Reservations are available via Resy. This...