Kura Lounge ~ Sake & Music ~
あさびらき十一代目源三屋 (Asabiraki 11th Gen Genzaya) 10-34 Daijijicho, Morioka
Kiso Spring Brewery Open Day
Nanawarai Brewery / Nakazen Brewery / Koike Koji Shop 5135 Fukushima, Kiso
Kamotsuru Kurabiraki 2026
Kamotsuru Sake Brewery, Main Brewery 4-31 Saijohonmachi, Higashihiroshima
Gozen Sake Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
Gozen Sake Brewery Tsujimoto Main Store 116 Katsuyama, Maniwa
Kurano Hosomichi Sake Brewery Tour (Day 1 of 2)
Nishitetsu Ōki Station and Along Ōki Line Breweries 2 Chome-1-1 Tenjin, Fukuoka
Kaku-uchi Weekend – Discover Japan Through Sake (Day 1 of 2)
Yasuragi 8 Hamndalsvägen, Saltsjö-boo
Week of Events
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Kihotsuru Sake Brewery Open House 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Kararoko Herun Road Sake New Sake Festival 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Japanese Ceramic & Sake Market with Tanaka NL
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April 12, 2026 -Matsue Shinshu Festival 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Kura Lounge ~ Sake & Music ~
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April 12, 2026 -Let’s Talk About Sake!
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April 12, 2026 -NAMA YOUR AVERAGE NIGHT
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April 12, 2026 -Introduction to Sake Tasting Class and Brewery Tour
Kihotsuru Sake Brewery Open House 2026
Celebrate the annual Kihotsuru Sake Brewery Open House in Saga! Discover limited edition sake only available at this event, take part in tastings (both sales and paid tastings available), and...
Kararoko Herun Road Sake New Sake Festival 2026
Celebrate Japanese sake at the Kararoko Herun Road Sake New Sake Festival in Matsue, Shimane! The first part of the festival takes place at Kararoko Square, featuring new sake tastings...
Japanese Ceramic & Sake Market with Tanaka NL
Enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon at Utage Sake Bar for the Japanese Ceramic & Sake Market, hosted in collaboration with Tanaka NL and Otemba Sake. Tanaka will showcase beautiful, handmade Hagiyaki ceramics from Yamaguchi, perfect for anyone passionate about Japanese crafts. Otemba Sake will be offering sake bottles at great prices, with tastings available—a treat...
Matsue Shinshu Festival 2026
Celebrate Japanese sake culture at the Matsue Shinshu Festival! Held in Matsue, this lively festival highlights freshly brewed sake from various regional breweries, complete with tasting booths and local food stalls. Part one takes place at Karakoro Plaza, where visitors can sample a wide range of sake from 12:00 to 17:00. In the evening, head...
Kura Lounge ~ Sake & Music ~
Enjoy a unique event where local artists gather to blend music and sake. Experience a day filled with various genres of live music while sampling sake and other beverages in a lively setting. Limited to 30 attendees, this special gathering allows you to bring your own food and enjoy a relaxed, convivial atmosphere. Pre-sale tickets...
Let’s Talk About Sake!
Dive into the world of sake with a guided tasting at Kato Sake Works in Brooklyn. Led by a knowledgeable taproom bartender, you’ll explore a variety of sake styles and learn how different brewing techniques impact each unique sip. Enjoy in-depth chats about flavor, aroma, texture, and temperature while sampling plenty of sake. Perfect for...
NAMA YOUR AVERAGE NIGHT
Embark on a reservation-only journey through five unpasteurized sakes, all poured fresh at Los Angeles' only craft sake brewery. Hosted by sake specialist Kerry Tamura at Sawtelle Sake Company, attendees will sample bottles from renowned Japanese breweries and Sawtelle Sake itself. The tasting includes sparkling, dry, and creamy nigori styles. All bottles featured are available...
Introduction to Sake Tasting Class and Brewery Tour
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,...
Monday, April 13, 2026
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April 13, 2026 -Certified Sake Adviser Online
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April 13, 2026 -All About Sake with Skurnik’s Jamie Graves
Certified Sake Adviser Online
Take your sake education to the next level and get certified as a Sake Adviser in this comprehensive online course, conducted entirely in Japanese. Open to hospitality industry professionals and sake enthusiasts, the course covers sake history, ingredients, brewing processes, classification, and tasting techniques. Participants will taste and examine over a dozen sake varieties, participate...
All About Sake with Skurnik’s Jamie Graves
Learn everything there is to know about sake in this special class led by Jamie Graves from Skurnik Wines. Take a deep dive into centuries of culture and tradition, all distilled into one amazing beverage. Whether you're new to sake or a longtime fan, this interactive event offers a delicious exploration, including a tasting session....
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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April 14, 2026 -Satsuma Shuzo Shochu Event in SD
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April 14, 2026 -Hot Cross Buns with Blind Sake Tasting
Satsuma Shuzo Shochu Event in SD
Experience a special evening at Hinotez Kitchen in San Diego as Satsuma Shuzo distillers visit from Japan. This event offers guests the rare opportunity to meet the makers, dive into the craft of shochu, and enjoy tastings of traditional Japanese spirits. Explore authentic flavors and learn directly from the artisans behind every pour. Presented by...
Hot Cross Buns with Blind Sake Tasting
Birmingham Sake Club is back with a special tasting event at Fox & Chance Bar. Attendees will explore the Japanese sake grading system in a fun, blind tasting, paired with seasonal hot cross buns. Curious to see if the grading really matters? Join in for this uniquely interactive and delicious evening.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026 -Sake + Hello Uncle at Blue Door
Sake + Hello Uncle at Blue Door
Step behind the Blue Door and into its private speakeasy for an extraordinary sake dinner, curated by Chef Michael Le of Hello Uncle and perfectly paired with selections from Kikusui Sake Brewery. Special guests include Shunsuke Takasawa, President of Kikusui Sake Brewery, and Sara Guterbock, aka 'Sake Sara', Japanese Beverage Specialist & Educator. Blue Door's...
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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April 16, 2026 -DC’s 4th Annual Spring Sake Festival
DC’s 4th Annual Spring Sake Festival
Celebrate spring at the 4th Annual Spring Sake Festival hosted by DC Sake Co. Enjoy an evening filled with Japanese sake, seasonal culinary flavors, and vibrant kanpai spirit in the heart of Washington, DC. The festival brings together sake lovers for tastings, cultural experiences, and spring festivities. More details to be announced as the event...
Friday, April 17, 2026
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April 17, 2026 -CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026 (Day 1 of 13)
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April 17, 2026 -Guided Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting
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April 17, 2026 -WILD STYLE 4K Screening and Panel Discussion
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April 17, 2026 -Kuheiji USA First Event (Day 1 of 2)
CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2026 (Day 1 of 13)
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Craft Sake Week at Roppongi Hills Arena! From April 17 to April 29, 2026, enjoy a record 130 sake breweries and 20 top-tier restaurants serving exclusive, event-only menus. Each day features different breweries, cuisine, and live music. Purchase a starter set (¥4,800) which includes the official sake glass and coins...
Guided Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting
Experience an immersive guided tour of Brooklyn Kura, a premium sake brewery located in Industry City, Brooklyn. Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at their craft production process, learn about sake making from expert staff, and enjoy a guided tasting of three unique Brooklyn Kura sakes. This event is perfect for newcomers and sake enthusiasts...
WILD STYLE 4K Screening and Panel Discussion
Celebrate Hip Hop history at Cornell Cinema with a free screening of the newly restored 4K version of 'WILD STYLE' (1983), the first ever film about Hip Hop. After the screening, enjoy a panel discussion with legendary director Charlie Ahearn and lead actor Lee Quiñones, moderated by Ben Ortiz from Cornell University Library's Hip Hop...
Kuheiji USA First Event (Day 1 of 2)
Experience the debut Kuheiji USA event, showcasing the Universal Series of sake. This series is crafted to be elegant, approachable, and pairs beautifully with a wide variety of cuisines. Presented in collaboration with Chef Shingo and featuring special guest Yuki Kuno from the Kuheiji family, attendees will enjoy an exclusive menu prepared for this event....
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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April 18, 2026 -Kiso Spring Brewery Open Day
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April 18, 2026 -Kamotsuru Kurabiraki 2026
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April 18, 2026 -18th Murashige Sake Brewery Sake Festival (Day 1 of 2)
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April 18, 2026 -Gozen Sake Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
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April 18, 2026 -Kurano Hosomichi Sake Brewery Tour (Day 1 of 2)
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April 18, 2026 -Spring Shinshu Sake Brewery Festival (Day 1 of 2)
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April 18, 2026 -Chen & Coffee Birthday Popup at Kissakeko
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April 18, 2026 -Shizuoka Sake Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
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April 18, 2026 -Sake Sakura 2026
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April 18, 2026 -Cata de Sake
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April 18, 2026 -Mizuo Sake Brewery Open Day
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April 18, 2026 -Kaku-uchi Weekend – Discover Japan Through Sake (Day 1 of 2)
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April 18, 2026 -CHRISRWK AND FRIENDS
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April 18, 2026 -SAKE MODE: AFTER HOURS in SHIBUYA
Kiso Spring Brewery Open Day
Kiso Town in Nagano Prefecture invites everyone to its annual Spring Brewery Open Day! Experience the charm of this 'Town of Fermentation' with special one-day-only celebrations. Local sake breweries and miso stores open their doors, offering unique tastings and a festive market atmosphere. Enjoy local soba, pickles, and a variety of freshly fermented delicacies. A...
Kamotsuru Kurabiraki 2026
Celebrate the arrival of spring at Kamotsuru Sake Brewery in Higashihiroshima! The annual Kurabiraki event offers visitors the chance to enjoy spring-limited sakes, a free sake lees giveaway for the first 200 guests, and special brewery tours. The event is just a 5-minute walk from JR Saijo Station, with free admission for all. Whether you're...
18th Murashige Sake Brewery Sake Festival (Day 1 of 2)
Celebrate spring with local sake, gourmet food, entertainment, stage events, and more at the annual Murashige Sake Brewery Festival. This festival features tastings of new and classic sakes, food stalls, live performances, stage events, raffles, sake bottle sales, kitchen cars, a children's area, and even a shuttle bus service to the brewery. Perfect for families...
Gozen Sake Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
The Gozen Sake Festival returns for its 40th anniversary, celebrating the revival of the bodaimoto method and local sake traditions. Enjoy exclusive tastings, traditional entertainment, and a lively community atmosphere at the historic Gozen Sake Brewery Tsujimoto Main Store. This two-day event is free to attend and welcomes sake fans and curious visitors alike.
Kurano Hosomichi Sake Brewery Tour (Day 1 of 2)
Explore sake culture along the Nishitetsu Ōki Line with the Kurano Hosomichi Sake Brewery Tour Ticket! Enjoy visits to four local sake breweries, each offering tastings (up to 4 sake samples), exclusive coupons for discounts, and additional perks at each venue. Participate by buying your event set at the station or tourist office, travel the...
Spring Shinshu Sake Brewery Festival (Day 1 of 2)
Celebrate the 23rd annual Spring Shinshu Sake Brewery Festival at Yoshida Sake Brewery in Fukui! Marking a special 220th anniversary, the festival features rare premium sake tastings and sales, a bottle-your-own station where you can take home fresh sake, special 'fukubukuro' lucky bags of sake, brewery tours (free, reservation required), a garage sale, a sake...
Chen & Coffee Birthday Popup at Kissakeko
Celebrate Chen & Coffee's 30th birthday popup at Kissakeko! Enjoy a cozy day filled with coffee, tea, and delicious bites featuring Roots & Craft Tea Roasters. Special sake tastings from a variety of vendors will be available in the evening. Don't miss this one-day collaboration in San Francisco's Kissakeko for a unique mix of cafe...
Shizuoka Sake Festival 2026 (Day 1 of 2)
Celebrate the rich traditions of Japanese sake at the Shizuoka Sake Festival 2026. Attendees receive 10 sake tasting tickets and an original sake cup. The event offers three entry timeframes, allowing guests to explore and taste a wide range of sake from Shizuoka prefecture. Located at Granship, a large convention venue adjacent to JR Higashi-Shizuoka...
Sake Sakura 2026
Sake Sakura 2026 is a vibrant annual celebration by North American Sake Brewery that honors the rich craft and culture of sake making during cherry blossom season. Enjoy exclusive sake releases, delicious cocktails, all-day food and drink specials, games, family-friendly activities, and live music from 7-9 pm. This event marks the reopening of the IX...
Cata de Sake
Discover the 4 styles of sake, classified by the SSI, in an intimate and exclusive guided tasting in Mexico City. Led by @eddiesake, a Kikisake-shi with 6 international certifications (including WSET Level 3 Sake and Sake Scholar), participants will enjoy 4 unique sakes that are not found elsewhere in Mexico. Expect a thoughtfully designed environment...
Mizuo Sake Brewery Open Day
Discover the world of sake at the annual Mizuo Sake Brewery Open Day in Nagano. Visitors can enjoy a special day touring the brewery, tasting a variety of limited-edition MIZUO sakes, and savoring local food specialties such as yakitori, oden, mountain vegetable tempura, and sweets. Attendees receive a commemorative tasting cup, and there's sake available...
Kaku-uchi Weekend – Discover Japan Through Sake (Day 1 of 2)
Step into a unique Japanese sake experience at Yasuragi in Stockholm. Inspired by Japan's Kaku-Uchi culture, this weekend gathering brings together sake lovers to taste and learn in a relaxed setting. Guests can meet sake breweries visiting Stockholm for the first time, sample Japanese tapas, and dive into the stories, regions, and techniques behind each...
CHRISRWK AND FRIENDS
Harman Projects presents CHRISRWK AND FRIENDS, a vibrant group exhibition that spotlights a wide-ranging collection of artists—many familiar to fans of CollectedCon. There's also a dedicated solo presentation by ChrisRWK of Robots Will Kill. Expect fresh works from renowned figures in the street and graffiti art world, alongside the energy of an opening night reception....
SAKE MODE: AFTER HOURS in SHIBUYA
Experience a unique evening in Shibuya at 'SAKE MODE: AFTER HOURS.' This free-entry sake tasting and social event invites you to unwind with Japanese sake in a relaxed nighttime setting at Sloth Jinnan. Join other sake enthusiasts for great drinks and good company, with free entry and flexible attendance throughout the night.
