Explore the world of warm sake in Sendai at the 'Kantastic with Guinomi Passport' event! This sake-focused gathering features renowned local venues and sake masters, offering tastings, specialty bento boxes, and an original flat sake cup for attendees. Two sessions are available, each limited to 180 participants. Hosted by the Kantastic Executive Committee and Guinomi...

Dive into the vibrant world of independent publishing at the Zine & Book Fair in Jimbocho. Featuring zines, art books, risograph and silkscreen prints, this festival connects creators and enthusiasts. It takes place over two days at STUDIO tuuli and is free to attend. Discover new artists, network, and get inspired! The event runs on...

Join Brooklyn Kura's expert staff for an immersive brewery tour and sake tasting experience in New York's first sake brewery. Participants will get a behind-the-scenes look at the production facility, enjoy the sights and aromas of the brewery, and wrap up with a guided tasting flight featuring three types of Brooklyn Kura sake. The tour...

Sake Noire and Chef Yael, joined by Soma of Kamonegi/Hannyatou, present a unique Sake x Jazz pop-up at Light Sleeper in Seattle. Inspired by coastal adventures and grill sessions, enjoy an izakaya-style coursed menu featuring peak-season seafood, thoughtfully paired sake, and an 8pm live jazz set from Jun Iida, fresh from his East Asia tour....

Sake bar KoKoN welcomes Lora Terrade from Sake Night Fever for an exclusive, one-night-only pairing experience. Dive into an evening where Japanese sake meets French craft cheese in an exploratory tasting that defies tradition. Lora Terrade, a leading sake advocate in France and the founder of Sake Night Fever, will bring a curated selection of...

Experience a delightful evening at the Miyanomatsu Sake Gathering! Taste a curated selection of sake paired with a delicious meal in a friendly setting. This event is perfect for sake fans eager to discover new flavors and enjoy the company of fellow enthusiasts. Organized at Sagakura in Fukuoka, the fee includes both sake and food....

Boost your sake service expertise at this one-day, in-person Sake Server Certification seminar in Brooklyn. The day-long program covers everything from sake fundamentals with a brewery tour to sales strategies, service techniques, and pairing sake with menus. Open to everyone, this comprehensive course requires no prerequisites and is perfect for restaurant and retail professionals. After...

Discover the complex flavors and fascinating history of sake at this introductory tasting experience hosted by West London Wine School. Led by sake tutor Sarah, this evening class in Fulham will cover the essentials of sake history, ingredients, production techniques, and classification. Attendees will sample six diverse sake styles paired with cheese and nibbles, learning...

Join the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association and UKBG for the Birmingham edition of The Great Honkaku Shochu & Awamori Contest 2026 Seminar at Fox and Chance. Experience a 2-hour live session led by @boultononbooze, featuring tastings, insightful production information, and a cocktail demonstration. Afterward, explore the UK's largest Shochu & Awamori walk-around tasting,...

Enjoy a lively Karaoke & Sake Night at Dassai Blue Brewery! Each Wednesday, the brewery comes alive with music and fun, offering guests the chance to sing their favorite tunes. Attendees can indulge in light snacks and unique sake cocktails while soaking up the energetic atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned karaoke star or just looking...

Turn up the Japanese vibes at this one-night-only yakitori pop-up with Shotaro, featuring smoky skewers, pours of Japanese wine, city pop tunes, and sake. Special guest partners include ShoShoSho and Zev Rovine Selections. Enjoy Miroirs by the glass—while it lasts!

The Sake Sommelier Association brings its highest sommelier qualification, the Master Sake Sommelier (M.S.S.), to the United States for the first time. This intensive program is designed for Certified Sake Sommeliers seeking the pinnacle of sake service. Expect a small, focused cohort, rigorous blind tastings, and in-depth service drills. The course is co-led by industry...

Experience an intimate 5-course Japanese dinner, where a talented chef presents innovative takes on classic Japanese dishes, all artfully paired with sake from Brooklyn Kura. A sake expert will guide you through each pairing in a traditional tatami dining room setting. Gratuity is included, and every attendee takes home a Japanese tenugui tea towel as...

Experience signature sake tastings at Noren Izakaya for 'Kikusui Night' on January 22nd. Enjoy promotional pricing on select sake varieties throughout the evening. While reservations aren't required, it's recommended to secure your spot. A perfect event for sake enthusiasts and those looking to explore new flavors!

CASATI Arte Contemporanea in Monza is hosting 'Forever and Counting,' a solo exhibition featuring a return to Italy for CHRIS RWK, who will showcase their latest graffiti-inspired contemporary works and perform live painting. This event is a great opportunity for art lovers and culture seekers to experience modern art in an Italian setting while exploring...

Sushi Snob is hosting a one-night-only Sake Shinnenkai, featuring an 18-course chef-led omakase that showcases seasonal ingredients, premium seafood, and expert technique—each course crafted at the chefs’ discretion. The experience is paired with five premium sakes curated by Sake Ninja, designed to elevate and complement the progression of the tasting menu. Limited seating is available,...

Sip N Spin returns with its first event of the year at Kato Sake Works! Enjoy a vibrant evening of music, sake, and socializing. DJs Noelani, DJ Sway, and Dell will be spinning tunes from 7:00–9:30pm. Kato Sake Works will be serving up their impressive sake selection, including unique sake-based cocktails crafted by Delaney Benstead....

Explore the intersection of space and traditional brewing at 'Crafting DASSAI Sake on the Moon.' Hosted by Japan Society and DASSAI BLUE, this one-of-a-kind event features a conversation with DASSAI Chairman Hiroshi Sakurai and Project Manager Soya Uetsuki about their pioneering sake-brewing experiment conducted in simulated lunar gravity aboard the International Space Station. Hear insights...

Delve into the art of sake brewing with the KAMOSE Sake Brewing Experience Tour! This immersive tour is designed to deepen your understanding of the process known as 'Ichikoji, Nimoto, Sanzukuri,' a core principle in sake making. Led by experts from Sakenomirize and hosted at Tsuchida Sake Brewery, you’ll observe and perhaps participate in the...

Experience a special opportunity at this free sake tasting and sales event featuring the NITO NITO brand, brewed by Maruishi Jozo, a sake brewery with over 335 years of tradition from Okazaki, Aichi. Meet the brewery's owner and discover six unique varieties of sake, including two limited editions available for purchase. This is your chance...

Celebrate the revival of the once-quiet Kirigaoka Shopping Street with a lively festival! Enjoy Japanese sake and wine tastings, savory side dishes, hands-on miso-making (reservation required), and a chance to try locally baked bread and craft beer, including unique Edo Tokyo beers. Look out for fun activities and a special lottery for kids under elementary...

Celebrate the Trades Only Bräu Release Party with Wild East Brewing Co. This Brooklyn event offers the latest Trades Only Bräu lager, alongside an exciting pop-up art exhibition featuring many celebrated graffiti and street artists. Enjoy fresh pizza from Doozie Pizza, late-night tacos from King's Kolache, and a stellar music lineup with DJs spinning tunes...

Baltimore Zine Fest returns for a day packed with DIY energy and creative community! The event is free to attend and to vend, but space is limited, so bring your own table and seating if you're selling. Expect a vibrant atmosphere where you can browse and print zines, check out local art, bring canned goods...

Kato Sake Works is teaming up with Noah to present a Tea Flight Pairing, featuring their classic sake flight paired with NOAH’s FRU Series— an innovative non-caffeinated fruit and herbal tea collection. Explore flavors like tangerine, persimmon, and lychee, perfectly matched with Junmai, Nigori, and Nama sakes in a cozy taproom setting. The NOAH FRU...

The Riff District in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur hosts an exciting collaborative custom craft beer session with Monster & Beer and The Japanese Liqueurs & Bitters. Guests can pick their base, choose liqueurs and bitters, and indulge in personalized Japanese craft beer creations. There will also be Monster & Beer Americano-style cocktails and unlimited craft beer...