Experience the lively Ueda Baru, now celebrating its 15th edition! This bar-hopping festival is the perfect way to explore local izakayas, try a variety of sake, and enjoy unique food and drink specials at multiple venues in the area. Spend an evening socializing and discovering the best of the community. The event runs over two...
Explore the creative side of the Bronx at The Bronx Underground, a one-night exhibition displaying 25 original subway maps, each uniquely interpreted by Bronx-bred artists. Featuring performances and artwork from notable names like BC1, BG183, BIO, BLEEPS, CAT, CES, and many more, this community-driven event celebrates local talent and iconic NYC culture. Presented in collaboration...
Join the sake brewing community for a hands-on sake rice planting experience at Ugajinja Shrine in Mitoyo, Kagawa! This fun morning event invites you to help plant the rice that will be used for next year's doburoku sake. Beginner friendly—just bring clothes to get muddy in and your own beverage, lunch will be provided. A...
The Shingu Sake Brewery Festival returns for 2026! Enjoy tastings from 14 carefully selected sake breweries, featuring brands like Kihotsuru and others from the region. The event will be held at Okita Central Park Special Venue in Kiyama Town. Advance ticket books (10 tastings) are available for 3,000 JPY, or purchase on the day for...
Don't miss Sake Circuit Hiroshima volume.4, a lively sake-themed crawl through participating venues in Hiroshima. Buy a special badge at participating stores (limited to 1,200 attendees at 800 yen) and tour a variety of sake spots, enjoying a complimentary sake at each one on June 7, 2026. The event kicks off at noon, and each...
Get ready for the 7th Mochimochi Grand Sake Tasting! This special event brings together sake breweries from regions across Japan—including Fukui, Akita, Niigata, and Aomori—for a fantastic sake tasting gathering. Expect a variety of sake to sample and a lively atmosphere. Some sake will be available through a lottery. Check out the participating breweries and...
Master Brewer Naohiko Noguchi will make a special appearance at SAKE Shokudo by Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute, located in Kanazawa Hyakubangai Anto West inside Kanazawa Station. This standing-only sake bar invites guests to meet the renowned brewer, enjoy a variety of sake, dine in, or try their amazake soft serve ice cream. The event coincides...
Celebrate early summer at the Live & Sake・Tea Festa, an immersive festival featuring seasonal iris blooms, sake tastings from two renowned local breweries, delicious Japanese appetizers, and freshly brewed tea. Enjoy two live music stages, including a performance by Junko Tateishi, and connect with sake makers from Kanagawa Prefecture’s Nakazawa and Kawanishiya breweries. Admission includes...
Planning a trip to Japan? Brush up on your sake skills at this immersive class at the Sake Studies Center in Brooklyn Kura. This hands-on and interactive course is designed specifically for travelers eager to navigate Japan's sake scene. Attendees will explore the essentials of sake, get expert tips for brewery visits and etiquette, and...
Take your love of sake to the next level as you join Sake School of America's Certified Sake Adviser Online Course, taught in English. This immersive and interactive class is...
Immerse yourself in the world of sake with Sunflower Sake's annual Sun201 course in Portland, designed for active and aspiring professionals. Dive into 9.5 hours of interactive instruction covering sake tasting methods, ingredients, production, styles, classifications, history, and more. Unique to Sun201, the curriculum includes sake program management and sourcing aimed at Oregon buyers, and...
Enjoy a special Omakase Sake Dinner at Highland Park featuring Chef Saito San's nigiri, hand rolls, and dishes paired with Heiwa Shuzo sake. The evening will showcase a delicious collaboration, with an optional sake pairing available for attendees. Reservations are highly recommended for this unique culinary experience.
Celebrate the dedication of Chris RWK's newest public sculpture, 'FOR GIVING,' in the heart of Highwood! This heartfelt event features the unveiling of RWK’s iconic robot figure holding a heart and honors the spirit of community and giving. Curated by Collect with Lulu and Silvertuna Studios, it's a wonderful opportunity for public art lovers to...
Experience a special sake dinner with Hakkaisan and Momoyama featuring five delicious courses and six unique sake pairings. This is a great evening for sake lovers and those who enjoy Japanese cuisine. Secure a spot for an unforgettable culinary adventure.
Embark on a flavorful journey through Japan’s sake landscape with Kome Collective’s Jennifer Ross at The House of Beau. This evening event offers guests an in-depth guided tasting featuring curated pours from Beau, rare luxury samplings, and an introduction to the soon-to-launch Sake Cabinet Membership. Explore sake regions, brewing traditions, rice varieties, and notable breweries...
Join Sakura Sake Bar for a special night dedicated to sake and cocktails, in collaboration with Bōken Sake. Certified Sommelier & Sake Adviser Melissa Hoffman will guide guests through a curated tasting of Bōken sakes from Hiraizumi Sake Brewery, one of Japan’s oldest. The evening features a debut cocktail menu by Nico Julia, celebrating sake’s...
Give Dad a unique Father's Day treat by joining a special calligraphy sake class. Participants will personalize a sake bottle with a hand-written custom calligraphy label, and enjoy delicious sake provided by Kato Sake Works. This fun and creative workshop makes for a meaningful, memorable gift that can be cherished and displayed long after the...
Test your palate in Nagano at the 2026 Amateur Sake Tasting Championship regional qualifiers! Sake fans aged 20 and up are invited to compete for a spot in the Nagano...
Step aside, wine—sake is here to steal the show! The Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura invites you to a fun and interactive sake and cheese pairing class featuring five craft sakes from Japan, each thoughtfully matched with artisanal cheeses. The event includes nibbles, spreads, an introduction to sake and cheese basics, and handouts to...
Experience a night of creativity at Chris RWK's solo art exhibition, 'I Left My Heart in Illinois.' Presented by Silvertuna Studios and CollectWithLulu, this one-night event showcases the vibrant, thought-provoking work of world-renowned street and graffiti artist Chris Robots Will Kill. Engage with Chris and fellow art lovers while discovering how his art expresses a...
Dive into a special two-night collaboration at Kappo in Washington, DC, featuring Bōken Sake. Experience an exclusive first taste of Kappo’s summer menu with expertly curated sake pairings by Certified Sake Advisor @jakeburdick. Guests will enjoy a $150 Seasonal Wagyu Omakase and an optional $95 curated Bōken sake pairing, while learning about the history and...
Explore the entire Hachidori (Hummingbird) Sake Line from Shindo Brewery in Yamagata Prefecture at The Sake Shop in Honolulu. Sample each premium grade, from Junmai to Daiginjo, all in the classic Yamagata tradition—bright, fruity, and smooth. Special guests Masanobu Shindo (President & Brewmaster) and Sake Master Stuart Morris will be there to share stories and...
Enjoy a special evening hosted by Mutual Trading featuring Fumigiku Brewery, visiting from Toyama, Japan. Meet the brewers behind Haneya Sake varieties including Tsubasa 50 Junmai Daiginjo, Tokubetsu Junmai, and Prism Junmai Ginjo. Attendees can enjoy a free tasting, chat with the guest brewer, and shop retail bottles to take home. No reservations are required—just...
Celebrate Dodgers Fan Night with an evening of premium sake tasting and good company at Izakaya Ringo. Enjoy a special edition Hakkaisan sake while cheering on your favorite team in a friendly and relaxed setting. Whether you're a seasoned sake enthusiast or simply curious to explore, guests are welcome to taste before ordering. No RSVP...
Enjoy a complimentary cup of Tenmei Bear Cup Sake with any meal purchase at Warude Crown Heights in Brooklyn. This fun tasting event is a great way to spend your Friday evening with good food, good company, and great sake. Offer available while supplies last and guests must be 21+ with valid ID.