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SUMMARY:Echigo Kenshin Sake Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:The 21st Echigo Kenshin Sake Festival returns in 2026 for a two-day celebration! Sake\, wine\, and craft beer crafted in the Joetsu region will be featured. Guests can enjoy tastings and the opportunity to purchase regional beverages\, all in one place. Details about the festival activities and lineup will be updated frequently on the official website and social media\, so stay tuned!
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/echigo-kenshin-sake-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Takada Honcho Shopping Street\, Japan\, Joetsu\, Niigata\, 943-0835\, JP
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SUMMARY:Osanpo Kura Marche 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the 6th Osanpo Kura Marche for a day dedicated to experiences only possible at a sake brewery! Explore stalls with food\, local products\, and hands-on workshops themed around sake\, sake lees\, and sake rice. Highlights include sake kasu crackers\, sake rice balls\, and sake-inspired fried foods. Discover a unique festival atmosphere hosted by Daiichi Sake Brewery—the perfect place to taste\, learn\, and shop all things sake.
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/osanpo-kura-marche-2026/
LOCATION:Daiichi Sake Brewery\, 488 Tajimachō\, Sano\, Tochigi\, 327-0031\, JP
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SUMMARY:Akebono Open Day 2026: Tenmei Ichiban Shibori Tasting Event
DESCRIPTION:Akebono Brewery invites sake lovers to enjoy the annual Tenmei Ichiban Shibori Tasting Event on November 1st\, 2026. This special open day will feature tastings of freshly-pressed sake at the brewery. Tickets will be available for purchase starting August 8th\, and further details about both the in-person and planned online components will be announced soon. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or curious to learn\, mark your calendar for a unique brewery experience. \nExact timing to be announced soon.
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/akebono-open-day-2026-tenmei-ichiban-shibori-tasting-event/
LOCATION:Akebono Shuzo Co.\, Ltd.\, 5-chōme-8-7 Nishizakichō\, Itoman\, Okinawa\, 901-0306\, JP
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SUMMARY:WSET Level 2 Award in Sake Online (Day 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:The WSET Level 2 Award in Sake is an in-depth online course designed for both sake professionals and enthusiasts. Spanning two days\, it focuses on the key styles of sake\, their ingredients\, and the production process. Students will learn to assess sake quality using the WSET Systematic Approach\, gain the ability to interpret labeling terms\, and receive guidance on sake selection and service. The course includes a textbook\, 10-15 tasting samples\, and concludes with a remote-invigilation exam (online) on November 16. Sake samples can be picked up at Los Angeles Mutual Trading or shipped. Instructors Sara Guterbock and Atsuko Glick\, both highly qualified sake educators\, will guide the course. Participants must be 21+ and have two devices with cameras for the exam. Minimum of 5 students required for the class to proceed. If the minimum isn’t met\, a full refund is issued. Registration closes October 2 (print textbook) or October 19 (digital).
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/wset-level-2-award-in-sake-online-course/
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SUMMARY:Niigata Sake Final Fair
DESCRIPTION:Sample the best sake from Niigata at the Niigata Sake Final Fair! This lively festival brings together sake lovers and producers for a full day of tastings\, local product showcases\, and special stage events. The event will also feature the Niigata Sister Festa\, a PR event for Niigata-made products\, and a bustling market area. Entry is free\, but tasting tickets must be purchased for sake sampling. Celebrate five years of great sake and community in style!
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/niigata-sake-final-fair/
LOCATION:Furumachi Mall 7\, 7 Bancho Furumachidori\, Niigata\, Niigata\, 951-8063\, JP
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SUMMARY:Yamagata Sake Brewery Marathon 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Yamagata Sake Brewery Marathon\, a unique half marathon in Yamagata Prefecture where runners visit local sake breweries along the roughly 21km course. Enjoy sake tastings at checkpoints\, local food trucks at the goal\, and English-speaking staff ready to help. The race starts at Tendo Central Park and finishes at Yamagata Prefectural Hall. The marathon is open to 500 participants\, and the route highlights Yamagata’s sake culture with water\, amazake\, and delicious sake awaiting finishers. Registration opens July 11\, 2026\, via RUNNET. Note: This marathon is scheduled for Sunday\, November 8\, 2026\, and has a 3-hour\, 30-minute time limit. Timeframe estimated.
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/yamagata-sake-brewery-marathon-2026/
LOCATION:Tendo Central Park\, 2-chome-3 Higashihoncho\, Tendō\, Yamagata\, 994-0026\, JP
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SUMMARY:Certified Sake Adviser Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your expertise with the Certified Sake Adviser Online Course\, designed for hospitality professionals and devoted sake fans. Through engaging lectures\, guided tastings\, and collaborative group discussions\, you’ll explore the fascinating history of sake\, key ingredients\, brewing processes\, classification systems\, and tasting techniques. Participants will sample and evaluate more than a dozen sakes representing a wide range of styles and varieties. Course includes a review guide and live Zoom access. Note: The program is open to all levels and requires students to be at least 21 years old. Graduates are eligible for advanced certification programs.
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SUMMARY:SSA Certified Sake Sommelier (Day 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your understanding of sake with the prestigious SSA Certified Sake Sommelier course at Jijisake in Tokyo. This immersive 2-day experience is perfect for hospitality professionals and sake enthusiasts alike\, diving deep into sake production\, culture\, tasting\, and advanced topics like umami science and food pairing. Led by the Sake Sommelier Association\, participants gain hands-on expertise in everything from serving etiquette to retail knowledge. Completion grants eligibility to act as a judge in international Sake Challenge competitions and a shot at the Sake Sommelier of the Year award. An official SSA certificate and lapel pin are awarded to those who pass the written and tasting exam. Certificates are digital by default\, with an optional physical certificate for an extra fee.
URL:https://piqueinterests.com/event/ssa-certified-sake-sommelier/
LOCATION:Jijisake – Sake School in Tokyo\, 1\, Taito City\, Tokyo\, 111-0032\, JP
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