Celebrate more than a decade of excellence as Sake Festival Singapore returns for its landmark 11th year. This year’s theme, “Meet the Masters”, offers a full immersion into the Japanese brewing culture.
We are bringing the craft of nihonshu directly to you, hosting more than 40 elite brewers from Japan right here in Singapore for this one-day-only event.
Whether you are a connoisseur or a curious beginner, explore our curated collection of over 600 sakes, artisanal spirits, and rare labels.
Since 2014, Sake Festival Singapore has championed the time-honored traditions of nihonshu—the authentic, artisanal craft of Japanese sake brewing.
Nihonshu is more than just “rice wine”. It is a sophisticated fermented beverage crafted from four simple ingredients: water, rice, yeast, and koji mold. Unlike mass-produced spirits, Japanese craft sake is a labuor of love, often produced in small batches by family-owned breweries using regional techniques passed down through generations.
Beyond the flavor, sake is revered for its health benefits—rich in amino acids and naturally gluten-free.
Event Experience
Every brewery featured is exclusively represented by Orihara, sourced directly by Orihara’s head office and expert team in Japan. Orihara doesn’t just import bottles but focuses on building personal relationships with every brewer.
Ensuring every drop poured at the festival carries the true story, passion, and integrity of its origin.
Established as a pioneer in the regional beverage industry, Orihara Singapore is a premier distributor and champion of authentic Japanese craft sake (nihonshu), shochu, and artisanal spirits. As the Singaporean arm of the renowned Orihara Shoten in Japan, the company leverages deep-rooted expertise and a vast network of over 40 exclusive brewery partnerships to curate an unparalleled portfolio.
Orihara is dedicated to elevating the appreciation of Japanese drink culture through education, curated retail experiences, and large-scale events, most notably as the founder and organizer of the annual Sake Festival Singapore. With a focus on quality, authenticity, and direct-from-source distribution, Orihara continues to be the preferred partner for Singapore’s top Michelin-starred restaurants, boutique bars, and sake enthusiasts alike.
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