Aizu Homare Spring Sake Brewery Festival
Homare Sake Brewery Grounds Tokiwacho-2706 Matsuyamamachi Muramatsu, Kitakata
Free
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Week of Events
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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April 19, 2026 -Aizu Homare Spring Sake Brewery Festival
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April 19, 2026 -Kagamiue Sake Brewery Opening 2026
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April 19, 2026 -Matsuo Taisha Sake-1 Grand Prix
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April 19, 2026 -Houston Kanpai Festival
Aizu Homare Spring Sake Brewery Festival
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the Aizu Homare Sake Brewery Festival in Kitakata, Fukushima! The renowned Homare Brewery is opening its doors for this special event, where you can enjoy fresh sake tastings and soak up the festive atmosphere amongst cherry blossoms. Experience the charm of a brewery open day in a beautiful, traditional...
Free
Kagamiue Sake Brewery Opening 2026
The Kagamiue Sake Brewery in Okuizumo, Shimane is opening its doors for a special brewery opening event. Enjoy sake tastings, meet the staff, and celebrate spring at this annual gathering. More details, including program highlights and activities, will be shared closer to the date. Admission is free and the event will be held rain or...
Free
Matsuo Taisha Sake-1 Grand Prix
Experience the 9th annual Matsuo Taisha Sake-1 Grand Prix, a lively festival where sake enthusiasts can taste and compare a variety of premium sakes from renowned breweries across Japan. The event offers two tasting sessions, a chance to vote for your favorite sake, and unique culinary pairings. Tickets are limited to 500 per session. Organized...
¥4800
Houston Kanpai Festival
Breweries from Japan are heading to Houston for the Houston Kanpai Festival, offering a unique opportunity to explore the craftsmanship and culture behind authentic Japanese sake. Enjoy tastings of over 70 different sakes from more than 15 renowned breweries, meet brewery masters, and learn about generations of tradition directly from the experts. Festival highlights include...
Monday, April 20, 2026
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April 20, 2026 -Advanced Sake Studies Certification (Day 1 of 2)
Advanced Sake Studies Certification (Day 1 of 2)
The Advanced Sake Studies Certification Course by the Sake Studies Center is a unique two-day immersive sake education for hospitality professionals, beverage educators, and enthusiasts. Hosted at Brooklyn Kura, you'll...
$544.38
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Sake, Chocolate, and New York
Sake, Chocolate, and New York
Experience a unique conversation and tasting event at Japan Society in New York City, featuring Hiroshi Sakurai, Chairman of Dassai, and Maribel Lieberman, CEO of MarieBelle. The event includes a...
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Ginjo Shinshu Festival 2026
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April 22, 2026 -The Elements of Saké at Astor Center
Ginjo Shinshu Festival 2026
Experience the fresh flavors of ginjo sake from all over Japan at the Ginjo Shinshu Festival 2026! Sample newly brewed ginjo sakes in a unique warehouse venue and explore a wide variety of tastes. The event will take place at the Akarenga Kawara Sake Brewery and features tastings and sake culture. Check the event page...
The Elements of Saké at Astor Center
Explore the fascinating world of premium saké with expert instructor Timothy Sullivan at Astor Center in New York City. This beginner-friendly class covers every step of the saké production process...
$89
Thursday, April 23, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 -Fukushima Sake Meguri – Spring Celebration
Fukushima Sake Meguri – Spring Celebration
Celebrate the flavors of Fukushima at the Fukushima Sake Meguri - Spring Celebration! Featuring more than 38 breweries and over 100 types of local sake, this festival brings together sake lovers for a night of tastings and seasonal cuisine. Enjoy a sit-down course dinner and raise a glass to award-winning sake at the Koriyama View...
¥8000
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Sake Brewery Open Day (Day 1 of 2)
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April 25, 2026 -Kurabiraki at Koimari Shuzo (Day 1 of 2)
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April 25, 2026 -Kura Be Lucky! Sake Brewery Open House Festival (Day 1 of 2)
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April 25, 2026 -Sake Shops Select Shochu Festival (Day 1 of 2)
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April 25, 2026 -NamaFest 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Enjoy Sake with Tsuyuhakaze: Sake Tasting Session
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April 25, 2026 -Nihonbashi Area Sake Walking Tour 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Harushika Sake Popup Collaboration
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April 25, 2026 -Sake and Cheese Pairing Class and Brewery Tour
Sake Brewery Open Day (Day 1 of 2)
Experience a sake celebration with free admission! Enjoy tastings and sales of limited-edition sake, special treats for children, and locally made goodies. Discover handmade crafts from the brewery madam, brewery tours, and sake-marinated pickles. Exclusive new sake manju from Hoshika no Yume will be available. Local favorite eateries will set up a gourmet marche onsite....
Free
Kurabiraki at Koimari Shuzo (Day 1 of 2)
Celebrate sake at the annual Kurabiraki (brewery opening) festival at Koimari Shuzo in Imari, Saga! Enjoy exclusive limited-release sake, sake-based sweets, food trucks, and lively stage performances. Buy a commemorative sake cup for 500 yen to sample a variety of brews. Parking is limited, so using public transportation or carpooling is recommended. The festival takes...
¥500
Kura Be Lucky! Sake Brewery Open House Festival (Day 1 of 2)
Celebrate spring at the historic Sasa Iwai Sake Brewery's 'Kura Be Lucky!' festival in Niigata. Set in a 100-year-old, registered cultural property, this open house offers sake tastings, local food, music, games, and enrichment activities for the senses. Join for a vibrant community celebration—entry is free! Additional details and ticket info will be updated on...
Free
Sake Shops Select Shochu Festival (Day 1 of 2)
Experience Japan's largest authentic shochu event with the theme 'Connecting Points to Draw the Future of Shochu.' Sake retailers from Hokkaido to Okinawa unite to showcase the charms of real shochu. The first venue features two sessions (12:00-14:30 and 16:00-18:30, separate admission for each) with unlimited tasting for participants. The second venue, located in the...
¥4400
NamaFest 2026
NamaFest 2026 returns to Umami Mart in Oakland for its annual celebration of all things unpasteurized sake! Experience over 30 fresh-pressed, energetic namas from local Bay Area breweries and beyond, including exclusive releases from Japan. Taste your way through this springtime festival, where your ticket gets you unlimited pours from a huge lineup covering Den...
Enjoy Sake with Tsuyuhakaze: Sake Tasting Session
Join Choryo Sake Brewery for a special sake tasting session featuring sake brewed with Nara Prefecture's exclusive Tsuyuhakaze sake rice. Enjoy a guided tasting where participants can experience the subtle flavor differences of sake made from this unique rice, and learn about the rice cultivation and brewing process. Chat with the brewery owner, compare notes...
¥4000
Nihonbashi Area Sake Walking Tour 2026
Experience the vibrant 10th annual Nihonbashi Area Sake Walking Tour! Renowned sake breweries from across Japan gather in the Nihonbashi district for a lively tasting festival. Participants can stroll between various local venues, enjoy unlimited sake tastings, and receive an original sake cup as a souvenir. Tickets are limited and available for presale or at...
¥4500
Harushika Sake Popup Collaboration
Join a special Harushika Sake popup collaboration at Hitotunagi. Grassano-san will be present to guide you through the tasting of a variety of Harushika sake. Standing bar, cash on delivery. No reservations required, but during busy times, a 2-hour limit may apply. The specific sake lineup will be a surprise until the event.
Sake and Cheese Pairing Class and Brewery Tour
Discover the art of pairing Japanese craft sake with a curated selection of cheeses at this interactive tasting class, hosted by the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. Taste five artisanal sakes matched with five cheeses, learn about production styles and flavor profiles, and enjoy delicious nibbles on your cheese board. The session wraps up...
$99