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Sake Sommelier Association

The Sake Sommelier Association has been the world’s leading sake education provider since 2000.

Alongside our extensive range of courses training Sake Sommeliers, the SSA also organises the Sake Sommelier of the Year competition and the Sake Challenges. Introductory sake professional (Day1/Module 1)

Introductory sake professional is an entry-level qualification-providing an introduction to sake. It is a great day for you to discover more of the Japanese sake history and culture.Ideal for boosting your confidence on sake after this first day you will already become available to increase sales and expand your sake list. This first day course will give you grounding in

Sake history, Sake production, Sake terminology and classifications, Sake tasting by categories

Certified Sake Sommelier (Day2/Module 2)

Progressing on from the Introductory sake professional, the second module of the course is a further one day course and is intended to enable students to gain an higher level of understanding for those aspiring to become sake sommeliers and deals with all aspects of sake including production methods and their variations, the sake industry as well as providing a deeper grasp of other aspects that affect sake, such as maturity, temperature and aromatic profiles. This second day course is designed to help you learn and understand

Sake labeling and techniques to read
Vertical Sake tasting by types. How to introduce sake to customers
Professional issues including purchasing, storage and sake vessels
Understand the science of Umami and its relationship to sake. On successful completion of the course you will be presented with an official SSA certificate and lapel pin and will have become a certified Sake Sommelier! With your knowledge acquire during the two days course of Sake sommelier, you should be also comfortable presenting in house sake training and educational programs to the public-at-large and the beverage industry.

05/10/2026

Last-Minute Availability! 🍶🇯🇵

One place has become available for our Advanced Sake Sommelier® Course in Tottori this Autumn.

From 30 November – 4 December 2026, one student will have the rare opportunity to spend five immersive days at a historic sake brewery in Tottori Prefecture, learning first-hand how sake is made from the people behind the brewery.

This course offers a unique opportunity to go beyond the classroom and gain an in-depth understanding of sake brewing in Japan — including access to areas of the brewery not normally open to visitors.

Through hands-on brewing experience and an exploration of terroir, as well as the Japanese culture, history, and customs that surround sake, participants will deepen their understanding of sake from a variety of perspective.

Highlights include:

・Hands-on experience in the brewery, including the kojimuro (koji room)

・Exclusive learning with local sake specialists

・Online pre-training before arriving in Japan

・Sake tasting, assessment and course activities

・Accommodation for six nights

・Local food and cultural experiences

📍 Tottori, Japan

📅 30 November – 4 December 2026

🎓 Open to Certified Sake Sommeliers®

There is only one place available, so if you have been considering taking your sake journey to the next level, this is a very special opportunity.

01/10/2026

October 1st is one of our favourite day's of the year: it's or Nihonshu no Hi 🎉

Today is the traditional start of the brewing season in Japan and a fantastic opportunity for us to reflect on the populatiry of sake around the world 🌏

From SSA HQ and our wonderful network of Sake Educators across the globe, we wish you a wonderful World Sake Day and hope you'll raise a glass with us in honour of this magical drink🍶

12/08/2026

🇮🇳 Greetings from the Heart of India! 🏛️✨

Today we're looking to Amol Bagal Amol Bagal | Runner, one of our Sake Educators in India 🍶🇮🇳

Living by the philosophy of "learning something new from everybody we meet", Amol brings a fantastic energy to his classrooms where students share their own experiences in the F&B world as well as learning from him!

Through Grape Xpectations , Amol works with our head Sake Educator Kunal Kaul KUNAL KAUL DipWSET, MSS, CSW l Certified WSET Educator - India's only Master Sake Sommelier - to provide fantastic, practical, beverage training; and remains India’s home for world-leading, official Sake Sommelier education Sake Sommelier Association India 🎙️💎

Grape Xpectations host courses in Delhi, and have an Introductory Sake Professional class scheduled for later this month in Mumbai; as well as a Certified Sake Sommelier course there in November. Check their website for more details and join them to discover the intricate world of sake through a curriculum that blends international standards with a deep respect for the craft. 🌊🎓

07/08/2026

Expand Your Expertise with the Introductory Sake Professional® Course 🍶

Our Introductory Sake Professional® course is the perfect first step into the fascinating world of sake 🇯🇵 Learn about sake production, its rich history and cultural significance, professional serving etiquette, and the fundamentals of sake tasting 🥂

Designed for enthusiasts and hospitality professionals alike, this interactive course combines practical workshops with expert guidance, giving you the confidence to appreciate, serve, and talk about sake like a professional 🍶

Contact us to find out more about our Partner School and how you can begin your sake journey with the Introductory Sake Professional® qualification! 👩‍🎓

24/07/2026

📍 Your Sake Journey Starts Here

Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of sake or aiming to become one of the industry's leading professionals, the Sake Sommelier Association® offers a clear pathway to develop your knowledge, skills, and expertise.

🍶 Introductory Sake Professional® – Build your Foundation!

🥇 Certified Sake Sommelier® – Become a Sake Sommelier®

🏯 Advanced Sake Sommelier® – Immerse yourself in the terroir of sake

👑 Master Sake Sommelier® – The Pinnacle of Sake Service

Wherever you are in your sake journey, we have a course designed to help you get to the next level ✨

✨ What’s your next step on your Sake Sommelier path?

17/07/2026

✨ The spotlight is on sake in the City of Light! 🇫🇷

We are pleased to introduce our Sake Educator, Daïdō Prévost, who has officially joined the Sake Sommelier education team at Madame Saké MADAME SAKÉ ! 🇫🇷🇯🇵

Born in Ch*****ne and raised in Burgundy, Daïdō grew up immersed in a vibrant French-Japanese bicultural environment. At 18 he embraced his roots by traveling to Japan for a year to master the language and experience the culture firsthand—even working as a kurabito at the Nichi Nichi Matsumoto brewery in Kyoto. 🍶🌾

Since returning to France and joining Madame Saké in 2023, Daïdō has been managing their Parisian shop, Ten Ten Ten.

Join Daïdō at Madame Saké to explore the world of sake through the lens of a professional who has lived the craft from the cellars of Kyoto to the heart of Paris! 🌊🎓

Find out more about Daido and Madame Sake and their upcoming courses on our website 🖥️

07/07/2026

We’re excited to share that ShuYing Tan shu ying ~ miniature origami jewellery have achieved the prestigious Advanced Sake Sommelier®🎉

ShuYing is a Malaysian washi origami artist based in Singapore with a strong passion for preserving her Peranakan heritage. Through her work, she celebrates and preserves her cultural roots while sharing them in new and creative ways. She has a wonderful vision of connecting Peranakan culture with Japanese origami culture through sake. Congratulations, ShuYing 🎉

A special thank you to Watanabe Brewery 蓬莱蔵元　渡辺酒造店 for welcoming her and sharing their incredible expertise in sake brewing. Founded in 1870, Watanabe Sake Brewery in Gifu blends tradition with creativity—known for its award-winning Hourai sake, pure mountain water, and even playing comedy to its fermentation tanks.

The Advanced Sake Sommelier® is a unique, immersive experience, offering hands-on brewery visits, terroir-focused activities, and deep insight into sake production.
Ready to deepen your sake knowledge?
Start with the Certified Sake Sommelier® and unlock the full value of the Advanced course—designed to take your expertise to the next level 🗾

この度、ShuYingが「Advanced Sake Sommelier® (酒ソムリエ上級)」の資格を取得されました。おめでとうございます！🎉🎉

ShuYing は、シンガポールを拠点に活動するマレーシア人の和紙折り紙アーティストであり、彼女のルーツであるプラナカン文化を守り続けたいという想いのもと、自身の作品を通じて、その文化を新しく創造的な形で発信していくことを目指しています。日本酒を通じて、プラナカン文化と日本の折り紙文化を結びつけるという素晴らしいビジョンをお持ちのShuYing、おめでとうございます🎉🎉

ShuYingを迎え、素晴らしい酒造りの知識を共有してくださった渡辺酒造店 蓬莱蔵元　渡辺酒造店 に感謝します。1870年創業の渡辺酒造店は、伝統と創造性を融合させた酒造りで知られ、数々の賞を受賞する蓬莱（Hourai）、岐阜県飛騨古川の清らかな山の水、そして発酵タンクにコメディを流すというユニークな取り組みでも知られています。

「Advanced Sake Sommelier®（酒ソムリエ上級）」コースは、訪日前の事前研修に始まり、酒蔵内での実践研修を通して日本酒造りの本質に迫る特別なプログラムです。精米や麹室での作業といった醸造の核心に触れるだけでなく、蔵外での活動を通じてテロワールを体感し、酒蔵の歴史や地域文化とのつながりを深く理解します。教室を越え、五感で学ぶこの体験は、まさに一生に一度の貴重な学びとなります。
※本コースは、認定酒ソムリエ資格保持者（Certified Sake Sommelier®）を対象としています。

       

19/06/2026

🦘 Greetings from the Land Down Under! 🇦🇺✨

We are thrilled to announce that our two new Sake Educators, Yi Sun and Romana Radic, are joining the team at Kodawari Sake Education Sandra Gwee | Master Sake Sommelier /Sake Coach 🍶🌿

With their arrival, Kodawari Sake Education is expanding its reach to bring premier Sake Sommelier education to even more locations across Australia. We are excited to welcome students in Brisbane and Adelaide to experience these upcoming courses firsthand! 🏔️✈️

🌟 Yi Sun -

Yi brings over a decade of beverage industry experience to the classroom, combining deep w**e expertise with more than 5 years in the sake import and export trade. Holding an Advanced Sake Sommelier® qualification, his hands-on background spans the entire sake supply chain—from sourcing and product selection to market promotion 🌾💼

Yi is particularly renowned for his sharp blind-tasting skills, accurately decoding a sake’s origin, brewing technique, and grade just by analyzing its flavor, acidity, rice, and yeast. Moving away from rigid textbook theories, Yi uses real-world trade insights to deliver accessible, practical, and engaging lessons for future industry professionals 🎙️💎

🌟 Romana Radic - Romana Radic

With an impressive 23 years of hospitality experience, Romana is a dedicated professional and a passionate advocate for Japanese culture. As a Certified Sake Sommelier® and Sake Educator®, she considers Japan her "home at heart" 🏮❤️

Romana is devoted to sharing the rich heritage, meticulous craftsmanship, and beautiful traditions behind Japan's national beverage. Guided by deep respect for the craft, she looks forward to inspiring her future students with the beauty of sake 🕊️✨

Whether you are based in Brisbane or Adelaide, get ready to elevate your knowledge and discover the beautiful world of sake with Kodawari Sake Education! 🎓🌊

10/06/2026

🌟 For the first time in New York City! 🌟

We are proud to announce the first-ever Master Sake Sommelier® in the heart of Manhattan, NYC 🍶 🇺🇸

The Master Sake Sommelier is the peak of Sake Sommelier education, with alumni of the course true leaders of their craft. The course focusses on training students to perfect their service, identification and pairing skills; as well as specialised modules training the art of buying & selling high end sake.

This elite qualification is taught by the Deep Dive Sake School , and led by our fantastic Sake Educator Russell King, offering the highest standard in sake certification. Join the best of the best and climb to the peak of your sake career. 🗻🏙️

The course will be held at the Skurnik W**es & Spirits **es in central Manhattan, a fantastic location in the heart of New York. allowing for prospective Master Sake Sommeliers from all around the world to join.

📍 Manhattan, New York City 📅 October 3rd–4th, 2026 (with an optional pre-event on Oct 2nd)

👉 Registration & details: or visit www.deepdivesake.school

29/05/2026

🍎 Greetings from the Big Apple! 🗽✨

We are thrilled to introduce Chris Sachs , our Sake Educator teaching across New York and New Jersey! 🍶🏙️

Chris is a highly accomplished beverage professional, having earned the prestigious Master Sake Sommelier at the start of the year; as well as holding the WSET Diploma and the title of Italian W**e Ambassador. Chris has now taken on the mantle of our Sake Educator for New York and New Jersey, working hard to train the next generation of Sake Sommeliers in the city that never sleeps 💎
Also a Sales Representative with Skurnik W**es & Spirits, Christopher brings real-world industry experience to his teaching. He believes every bottle acts as a "passport" to another culture, a philosophy central to his school Travel by W**e’s Passport to Sake **e 🍷💼

We are also thrilled to announce that Chris will also be assisting with teaching the next Master Sake Sommelier course, coming to New York this October! 🎓✨

Whether you are starting your journey or aiming for the highest tier of mastery, join Chris’s upcoming Introductory Sake Professional and Certified Sake Sommelier courses to explore the world of sake through the lens of a true beverage authority, and earn the next stamp in your sake passport 🛄

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