Sake Day East 2025

World Sake Day, October 1st, traditionally marks the beginning of the Sake brewing season in Japan. It is celebrated at tasting events all over the world. Join us at New England’s largest Sake Day celebration.

Sake Day East 2025 is an opportunity to taste more than 70 sake. Explore sake from our Japanese brewers or enjoy a more local taste thanks to our two American brewers: Brooklyn Kura and Farthest Star Sake. Learn from sake experts, enjoy delicious food and more.

In addition to our regular ticket, we are offering 75 VIP tickets that include early entry and many perks! (see VIP ticket information below)

If you would like to learn more about sake , we recommend joining one of our guided tastings. These sessions will be led by well-known sake experts and feature specially selected sake. (see more information at the ticket selection page)

Guests receive a commemorative tasting cup and have access to tasting over 70 Sake and more! Light appetizers will be served. Additional food available for purchase.

Arrive early for a guided sake tasting and enjoy 10% off food at High Street Place Food Hall with your Sake Day East credentials—before the main event begins!

The Giveback: A percentage of total event sales will be going to Sake Brewers Association

• Exclusive VIP only tasting for hard-to-find sake
• VIP Charcuterie Cups from Boards for Days
• Japanese obento appetizer box from Nagomi Bento.
• A Special VIP Gift
• An exclusive discount for Sake Purchase from our retail vendor
• And more!

• 2 hours of tasting more than 70 types of sake from various breweries from Japan as well as sake from U.S brewers from Brooklyn, New York and right here in Medfield, Massachusetts.
• Light snacks
• A discount on all sake purchase

(4) 30 minute small group guided tastings featuring specially selected sake that will be available to attend between 3:30 - 5:00pm.

Tasting 1: Joto Sake with Joshua Neiderer

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Join us for an extraordinary sake tasting with Joshua Neiderer of Joto Sake, as we delve into the fascinating world of sake yeast and its impact on flavor. Discover how different yeast strains shape a sake's profile, culminating in a unique opportunity to taste sake made with a yeast strain that has traveled from the deep sea to outer space. This guided tasting offers a captivating exploration of sake's science and artistry, highlighting one of its most vital ingredients.

Tasting 2: World Sake Imports with Derek Whitaker

3:45pm – 4:15pm

Join Derek Whitaker of World Sake Imports for a captivating journey through the diverse world of Japanese sake. We'll explore how regional differences in water, rice, climate, and brewing traditions shape distinct flavor profiles across Japan. Discover the unique characteristics that define sake from various prefectures, offering a true taste of Japan's rich brewing heritage.

Tasting 3: Heiwa Shuzo with Yishi Li and Masahiko Takeshita

4:15pm – 4:45pm

Join Yishi Li and Masahiko Takeshita to explore the exceptional sake of Heiwa Shuzo, hailing from Japan's beautiful Wakayama Prefecture. This acclaimed brewery achieved the unprecedented feat of winning Brewer of the Year at the International Wine Challenge in back-to-back years. Discover the award-winning craftsmanship and unique regional characteristics that make Heiwa Shuzo's sake truly remarkable.

Tasting 4 : Todd Bellomy of Farthest Star Sake

4:30pm-5:00pm

Join us to meet our very own local brewer, Todd Bellomy of Farthest Star Sake! Todd will personally introduce guests to his delicious sake, meticulously brewed right here in Medfield, Massachusetts. Discover the passion and craft behind his unique local brews.

Featuring Sake from:

• Atlantic Beverage
• Dassai Blue
• Farthest Star Sake
• Hakkaisan
• HEAVENSAKE
• Heiwa Shuzo
• Joto Sake
• Niigata Sake Selections
• Ruby Wines
• Sake Generation
• Sake Suki
• Kome Collective
• World Sake Imports

Food and other retailers:

• Koko Utsuwa
• Boards for Days
• Commonwealth Wine School
• High Tea Skincare
• Nagomi Bento
• Yagi Noodle

Special Thanks to: The Japanese Consulate

This event is for ages 21 and over. Please bring a valid ID.

Parking: We recommend parking in the Garage below the building, street parking and or using public transportation.

Contact the organizer to request a refund. Eventbrite 's fee is nonrefundable.

Please direct all inquiries to: [email protected]

Host or Publisher Wine and Sake Experience