JAPAN SAKE AND SHOCHU MAKERS ASSOCIATION

Japan Sake & Shochu Academy 2027
Date: 22nd February – 26th February 2027

This is an official educational course organized by the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association with the support of National Tax Agency, National Research Institute of Brewing and Brewing Society of Japan in Japan. This course is designed to provide the advanced correct knowledge of Japanese traditional alcohol drinks "Sake" and "Shochu" which - we call "國酒 (Kokushu) "

JAPAN SAKE AND SHOCHU MAKERS ASSOCIATION
1-6-15, Njishishinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan 105-0003
Tel　+81 3 3501 0101
URL　www.japansake.or.jp

About Japan Sake & Shochu Academy

Courses

1Basic
■History, culture and making process.
2Tasting
■Through the tasting of various sample, you learn styles, how to describe the flavor characteristics and the origins of flavors.
Sample: about 90 items
3Advanced
■Visit to traditional sake brewery and Brewing Society of Japan, learn more details from rice field to glass.
Experiential learning of Sake, Shochu and Awamori
(Supplementary lesson: Off hours)
■Various Sake, Shochu, Awamori bars and restaurants

Lecturers

Experts of tasting and making Sake and Shochu with the support of National Research Institute of Brewing

Location

Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association
Nihonshuzo Toranomon Building, 1-6-15 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-0003, Japan

The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS) is a non-profit organization that consists of sake and shochu producers throughout Japan. Our members include producers of sake, honkaku shochu, awamori, and hon mirin. The association was formed in 1953, under the "Act on Securing of Liquor Tax and on Liquor Business Associations".

Certificate

After completing all lessons, a certification will be issued by National Research Institute of Brewing and Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association.

Language

English

How to join the courses

Course fee 140,000 yen
Date and Time February, 22nd – February 26th ,2027
From 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m
Accommodation Accommodation is arranged and paid by the academy.
There is no change of the course fee even if you don't need the accommodation.
Notes
  • - The number of student is up to 14 (approx.)
  • - You need to attend all scheduled lessons
  • - Applicant must want to learn the advanced knowledge and tasting skills of sake and shochu.
  • - A short essay is required which describes your activities (past/present) and aspiration about your future activities using this experience.
  • - In case of exceeding number of applicants, we'll decide the candidates based on the essay submitted.
  • - The candidates will be contacted directly by 10th December, 2026.
Application Book site
( https://forms.gle/DPViqifhiM6bmESi7 )

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( https://www.s-db.jp/entry?k=c58903ce3528591431bb7b62076dd003747%2CDW )

Dead line: 30th. November, 2026
JSSA 2027 Cancellation Policy JSSA 2027 Cancellation Policy

We understand that plans can change. However, as preparations for the curriculum, catering, and accommodations are made well in advance, the following cancellation fees apply to all participants:

1. Cancellation Notice
If you need to cancel your participation, please notify the JSSA Secretariat via email immediately. The date of the email receipt will be considered the official cancellation date.

2. Refund Amounts
The following fees will be charged based on the timing of your cancellation. Please note that the "Course Fee" refers to the total amount paid.

  • 11 days or more before the course starts (On or before Feb 11):
    Refund Amount: JPY 120,000
    (The remainder of the course fee will be refunded, excluding actual costs such as transaction fees and shipping).

  • 10 days to 2 days before the course starts (Feb 12 – Feb 20):
    Refund Amount: JPY 97,250
    (Calculated based on a 90% refund for accommodation and deduction of full catering expenses).

  • 1 day before the course starts (Feb 21):
    Refund Amount: JPY 50,000
    (Calculated based on a 20% refund for accommodation and deduction of full catering expenses).

  • On or after the course starts (From Feb 22) / No-Show: No refund


3. Refund Process
Refunds will be processed through the original payment method or bank transfer. Please note that any bank charges, currency conversion fees, or administrative handling fees incurred during the refund process will be borne by the participant.

4. Course Cancellation by JSSA
In the unlikely event that JSSA must cancel the course due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund of the course fee will be issued. JSSA is not responsible for any personal travel expenses (such as flights) booked by participants.

If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact the organizer.
Inquiry email: yamada@sakebunka.co.jp
Tel: +81 80-3918-0453 Weekday 10:00～17:00（Japanese time)
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