SAKE WEEK THAILAND 2024

Event Date
6 – 7 July 2024

Workshop
3 – 10 July 2024

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center
Bangkok, Thailand

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THE WONDERFUL TASTE OF SAKE AND SATO

40+ Premium Sake
10+ Top Fine-Dining Restaurant
First Sato Competition

With International Qualified Judges

Sake Week Thailand is an innovative event showcasing the deep cultural heritage and refined brewing techniques of Japanese Sake and Thai Sato. This 2-day event will display the exquisite varieties of these traditional beverages and emphasize the shared heritage and brewing artistry between Japan and Thailand. This celebration is intended to foster cultural exchange, deepen mutual appreciation, and enhance bilateral cultural ties, offering a unique blend of tradition and camaraderie.

Showcase the wonderful taste of

Sake and Sato.

30+ sakes from Japanese Breweries & Exhibition: The most comprehensive exhibition of Sake that ever happened in Thailand. The only exhibition that unites all Sake makers from all distributors in one single event.

Sato Brewery & Exhibition: Leading Sato makers are invited to showcase their products in order to promote Thailand’s Sato to the world.

Showcase the wonderful taste of

Sake and Sato.

30+ sakes from Japanese Breweries & Exhibition: The most comprehensive exhibition of Sake that ever happened in Thailand. The only exhibition that unites all Sake makers from all distributors in one single event.

Sato Brewery & Exhibition: Leading Sato makers are invited to showcase their products in order to promote Thailand’s Sato to the world.

Agenda

Time 6 July 2024
09:30 AM  Opening Ceremony (VVIP Only)
11:00 AM Sato Competition Announcement and Tasting on the stage
* Language  / 
12:15 PM Heavensake
* Language 
1:15 PM The journey of sake from rice to glass
* Language  / 
2:15 PM Workshop How to pair sake
* Language  / 
3:15 PM Mastering sake technique by brewery masters
* Language   
4:15 PM Exploring the flavors of Sake
* Language  / 
5:15 PM
onwards
LIVE DJs&Music
Sponsor Air-time
Time 6 July 2024
09:30 AM  Opening Ceremony (VVIP Only)
  • Opening remark by Mr. OTAKA Masato, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Kingdom of Thailand
  • Remarks by Mr. KURODA Jun, President of JETRO Bangkok and Chief Representative for ASEAN
  • Remarks by Mr. Sanan Angubolkul, Chairman of The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand
10:00 AM Open Hall for All Participants and Japanese Taiko drum performance by Taiko Team MIYABI
* Language    / 
10:20 AM Miss SAKE - MOU Signing Ceremony
  • Ms.Sarunnaphat Wattanasiritham, Amata Organize Co., Ltd.
  • Mika Onishi, Representative Director, Miss SAKE Association
  • Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
* Language    / 
11:00 AM SWT Sato Competition Announcement and Tasting on the stage
Competition Judes :
  • Mr. Hidehiko Matsumoto, Founder and Representative Director of Nichinichi Brewery Co.
  • Natsuki Kikuya, Founder Museum of Sake London, WSET Global Sake R&D, IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samura
  • Marie Chiba, Owner of EUREKA! Tokyo, Author, Sake Samurai
  • Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
  • Mr. Thanabhisitt Durongjeerapat, Founder of The Sake Merchant, Sake Sommelier & Educator
  • Mr. Thanakorn Bottorff, MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award Winner 2024
  • Mr. Pairach Intaput, President of the Association of Thai Sommeliers, BIVB-Official Burgundy Wine Educator, CIVB-Bordeaux Wine Educator.
  • Mr. Thitid Tassanakajohn, Executive Chef & Owner of Le Du, Nusara, Baan, Mayrai & more
* Language    / 
12:30 PM Exploring the Art of Assemblage in Sake by Heavensake
Speaker :
  • Mr. Zak Gross, General Manager and Global Sales Leader of Havensake
* Language   
1:30 PM MISS SAKE Sharing Experience in Competition - What does MISS SAKE do
Speaker :
  • Mrs. Sarunnaphat Durongjeerapat, Amata Organize Co., Ltd.
  • Mika Onichi, Representative Director of Miss SAKE
  • Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
* Language    / 
2:30 PM Workshop How to pair sake by Sake samurai
Speaker :
  • Natsuki Kikuya, Founder Museum of Sake London, WSET Global Sake Educator, IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samurai
  • Marie Chiba, Owner of EUREKA! Tokyo, Author, Sake Samurai
* Language    / 
3:30 PM Sake of the Past, the Present, and the Future
Sake Brewery :
  • Imadeya: Mr. Shuichi Ogura President/Chief Executive Officer IMADEYA Co., Ltd.
  • Koueigiku : Mr.Satoshi Kusaka, President of KOUEIGIKU SAKE BREWERY Co.,Ltd.
  • Nichi nichi : Mr.Hidehiko Matsumoto, Founder and Representative Director of Nichinichi Brewery Co.
  • Tabika : Mr.Toshihito Hayakawa, Representative and Chief brewer of Hayakawa Brewery & Co.
* Language    / 
4:30 PM Introduction and tasting of sake from 3 different regions
Speaker : From SOA Solutions Inc.
  • Hideyuki Yamakawa, Founder and CEO of SOA Solutions Inc.
* Language    /  / 
5:45 PM
onwards
LIVE DJs&Music
Sponsor Air-time
Time 6 July 2024
09:30 AM  Opening Ceremony (VVIP Only)
  • Opening remark by Mr. OTAKA Masato, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Kingdom of Thailand
  • Remarks by Mr. KURODA Jun, President of JETRO Bangkok and Chief Representative for ASEAN
  • Remarks by Mr. Sanan Angubolkul, Chairman of The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand
10:00 AM Open Hall for All Participants and Japanese Taiko drum performance by Taiko Team MIYABI
* Language    / 
10:20 AM Miss SAKE - MOU Signing Ceremony
  • Ms.Sarunnaphat Wattanasiritham, Amata Organize Co., Ltd.
  • Mika Onishi, Representative Director, Miss SAKE Association
  • Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
* Language    / 
11:00 AM SWT Sato Competition Announcement and Tasting on the stage
Competition Judes :
  • Mr. Hidehiko Matsumoto, Founder and Representative Director of Nichinichi Brewery Co.
  • Natsuki Kikuya, Founder Museum of Sake London, WSET Global Sake R&D, IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samura
  • Marie Chiba, Owner of EUREKA! Tokyo, Author, Sake Samurai
  • Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
  • Mr. Thanabhisitt Durongjeerapat, Founder of The Sake Merchant, Sake Sommelier & Educator
  • Mr. Thanakorn Bottorff, MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award Winner 2024
  • Mr. Pairach Intaput, President of the Association of Thai Sommeliers, BIVB-Official Burgundy Wine Educator, CIVB-Bordeaux Wine Educator.
  • Mr. Thitid Tassanakajohn, Executive Chef & Owner of Le Du, Nusara, Baan, Mayrai & more
* Language    / 
12:30 PM Exploring the Art of Assemblage in Sake by Heavensake
Speaker :
  • Mr. Zak Gross, General Manager and Global Sales Leader of Havensake
* Language   
1:30 PM MISS SAKE Sharing Experience in Competition - What does MISS SAKE do
Speaker :
  • Mrs. Sarunnaphat Durongjeerapat, Amata Organize Co., Ltd.
  • Mika Onichi, Representative Director of Miss SAKE
  • Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
* Language    / 
2:30 PM Workshop How to pair sake by Sake samurai
Speaker :
  • Natsuki Kikuya, Founder Museum of Sake London, WSET Global Sake Educator, IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samurai
  • Marie Chiba, Owner of EUREKA! Tokyo, Author, Sake Samurai
* Language    / 
3:30 PM Sake of the Past, the Present, and the Future
Sake Brewery :
  • Imadeya: Mr. Shuichi Ogura President/Chief Executive Officer IMADEYA Co., Ltd.
  • Koueigiku : Mr.Satoshi Kusaka, President of KOUEIGIKU SAKE BREWERY Co.,Ltd.
  • Nichi nichi : Mr.Hidehiko Matsumoto, Founder and Representative Director of Nichinichi Brewery Co.
  • Tabika : Mr.Toshihito Hayakawa, Representative and Chief brewer of Hayakawa Brewery & Co.
* Language    / 
4:30 PM Introduction and tasting of sake from 3 different regions
Speaker : From SOA Solutions Inc.
  • Hideyuki Yamakawa, Founder and CEO of SOA Solutions Inc.
* Language    /  / 
5:45 PM
onwards
LIVE DJs&Music
Sponsor Air-time
Time 7 July 2024
10:30 AM The future journey of Sato
* Language 
11:15 PM Dassia
* Language  / 
12:15 PM Exploring Sake Cocktails: Creative Mixes for the Modern Palate
* Language  / 
1:15 PM Houou Biden & Tsuchida Cocktail Challenge Winner
* Language  / 
2:15 PM Modern Takes on Sato: Innovative Flavors and Trends
* Language  / 
4:15 PM Sato Competition Winner Announcement
* Language  / 
5:15 PM
onwards
LIVE DJs&Music
Sponsor Air-time
Time 7 July 2024
11:15 AM The Story of Dassai
Speaker :
  • Ms. Naoko Saito, Japanese Product Manager at BB&B
  • Mr. Chaiyapon Arenuphavenawat, Japanese Product Assistant Manager at BB&B
* Language   
12:15 PM Presented by Sri Trang Gloves (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Speaker :
  • Ms. Janrawee Wongyai, Assistant Branding and Product Manager
* Language   
1:15 PM Panel discussion: Alcohol Regulations Effect in Thailand’s Liquor Industry
Speaker :
  • Mr. Thanabhisitt Durongjeerapat, Founder of The Sake Merchant, Sake Sommelier & Educator
  • Ms. Naoko Saito, Japanese Product Manager at BB&B
  • Mr. Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, Member of the House of Representatives, District 24, Bangkok, Move Forward Party
* Language    / 
2:15 PM Creative Mixes for the Modern Palate by Blackitch and Devanom
Speaker :
  • Mr.Phanuphon Bulsuwan (Chef Black), Founder and owner of Blackitch
  • Mr. Nattachai Ungsriwong, Founder of Devanom Brewing Company
* Language    / 
3:15 PM Inddee
Speaker :
  • Mr. Thanakorn Bottorff, MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award Winner 2024
4:15 PM SWT Sato Competition Winner Announcement
Awards Giver :
  • Best Traditional Sato (Gold, Silver, Bronze) | Mr. Thanabhisitt Durongjeerapat, Founder of The Sake Merchant, Sake Sommelier & Educator
  • Best Innovative Sato (Gold, Silver, Bronze) | Natsuki Kikuya, Founder Museum of Sake London, WSET Global Sake Educator, IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samurai
  • People's Choice Award | Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
* Language    / 
5:15 PM
onwards
LIVE DJs&Music
Sponsor Air-time
Time 7 July 2024
11:15 AM The Story of Dassai
Speaker :
  • Ms. Naoko Saito, Japanese Product Manager at BB&B
  • Mr. Chaiyapon Arenuphavenawat, Japanese Product Assistant Manager at BB&B
* Language   
12:15 PM Presented by Sri Trang Gloves (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Speaker :
  • Ms. Janrawee Wongyai, Assistant Branding and Product Manager
* Language   
1:15 PM Panel discussion: Alcohol Regulations Effect in Thailand’s Liquor Industry
Speaker :
  • Mr. Thanabhisitt Durongjeerapat, Founder of The Sake Merchant, Sake Sommelier & Educator
  • Ms. Naoko Saito, Japanese Product Manager at BB&B
  • Mr. Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, Member of the House of Representatives, District 24, Bangkok, Move Forward Party
* Language    / 
2:15 PM Creative Mixes for the Modern Palate by Blackitch and Devanom
Speaker :
  • Mr.Phanuphon Bulsuwan (Chef Black), Founder and owner of Blackitch
  • Mr. Nattachai Ungsriwong, Founder of Devanom Brewing Company
* Language    / 
3:15 PM Inddee
Speaker :
  • Mr. Thanakorn Bottorff, MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award Winner 2024
4:15 PM SWT Sato Competition Winner Announcement
Awards Giver :
  • Best Traditional Sato (Gold, Silver, Bronze) | Mr. Thanabhisitt Durongjeerapat, Founder of The Sake Merchant, Sake Sommelier & Educator
  • Best Innovative Sato (Gold, Silver, Bronze) | Natsuki Kikuya, Founder Museum of Sake London, WSET Global Sake Educator, IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samurai
  • People's Choice Award | Ms. Tsuda Airi, 2023 Miss SAKE Tottori
* Language    / 
5:15 PM
onwards
LIVE DJs&Music
Sponsor Air-time

Workshop & Activity

Date Side-Event Capacity Price Booking here!
3 July Fuego Bangkok | Saké & Tapas: Fusión Perfecta,
4-hand with Kana Mamiya (International sake sommelier, Owner Chef KIRAZ)
8 Pax / round 9,900 Net / person 17:00, 18:00, 20:00, 21:00
Fully Booked
5 July Gaa | Chemistry of Sake Pairing with Marie Chiba (Sake Samurai, Eureka! Owner) 30 Pax 6,900 Net / person 12:30
Fully Booked
5 July Gaa | VVIP Sake Pairing Dinner with Marie Chiba 24 Pax / round 15,900 Net / person 17:30, 20:30
Fully Booked
7 July FatBoy Amarin | After Party Sake & Izakaya Extravaganza 35 Pax Coming Soon 21:00 onwards
Fully Booked
8-10 July 2024
(Day1-2: 9am-5pm, Day3 Exam: 9am-11:30am)
Workshop | WSET® L2 Award in Sake by Natsuki Kikuya (Sake Samurai, IWC Panel Judge, WSET Sake core founder) 25 Pax 41,462.50 (Included VAT) Official Course information
10 July Inddee | Finalé Sake Pairing Dinner with Natsuki Kikuya (Sake Samurai, IWC Panel Judge, WSET Sake core founder) Unlimit 10,900 Net / person 19:00
Fully Booked
Date Side-Event Capacity Price Booking here!
3 July Fuego Bangkok | Saké & Tapas: Fusión Perfecta,
4-hand with Kana Mamiya (International sake sommelier, Owner Chef KIRAZ)
8 Pax / round 9,900 Net / person 17:00, 18:00, 20:00, 21:00
Fully Booked
5 July Gaa | Chemistry of Sake Pairing with Marie Chiba (Sake Samurai, Eureka! Owner) 30 Pax 6,900 Net / person 12:30
Fully Booked
5 July Gaa | VVIP Sake Pairing Dinner with Marie Chiba 24 Pax / round 15,900 Net / person 17:30, 20:30
Fully Booked
7 July FatBoy Amarin | After Party Sake & Izakaya Extravaganza 35 Pax Coming Soon 21:00 onwards
Fully Booked
8-10 July 2024
(Day1-2: 9am-5pm, Day3 Exam: 9am-11:30am)
Workshop | WSET® L2 Award in Sake by Natsuki Kikuya (Sake Samurai, IWC Panel Judge, WSET Sake core founder) 25 Pax 41,462.50 (Included VAT) Official Course information
10 July Inddee | Finalé Sake Pairing Dinner with Natsuki Kikuya (Sake Samurai, IWC Panel Judge, WSET Sake core founder) Unlimit 10,900 Net / person 19:00
Fully Booked

Meet the of Honorary Guests & Judges

Special Guests

Japan – Thailand Representatives for the opening ceremony
※ Japan Ambassador of Thailand

Natsuki Kikuya

Founder Museum of Sake London
WSET Global Sake Educator, R&D
IWC Sake Panel Judge, Sake Samurai

Marie Chiba

Sake Sommelier, Sake Samurai
Owner of EUREKA! Tokyo

Sake Line-up

AFURI

BUNKAJIN

CHIYOMUSUBI

DASSAI

EIKUN

HEAVENSAKE

HOUOU BIDEN

HYAKUSHUN

KOMESOU

KOUEIGIKU

MASUMI

NICHI NICHI

RUKA

SAKE DRESS

SENKIN

SUIGEI

SUZUKI SHUZO

TABIKA

TSUCHIDA

YUKINOBOSHA

AFURI

BUNKAJIN

CHIYOMUSUBI

DASSAI

EIKUN

HEAVENSAKE

HOUOU BIDEN

HYAKUSHUN

KOMESOU

KOUEIGIKU

MASUMI

NICHI NICHI

RUKA

SAKE DRESS

SENKIN

SUIGEI

SUZUKI SHUZO

TABIKA

TSUCHIDA

YUKINOBOSHA

FOR DISCERNING PALATES ONLY. DISCOVER FLAVORS BEYOND THE ORDINARY

Restaurant Line-Up

BLACKITCH

CHIM x NAPHA

COTE

CROSS

DEN KUSHI FLORI
BANGKOK

FATBOY IZAKAYA

FUEGO

GAA

GINZA
SUSHI-ICHI

GUSS DAMN GOOD

INDDEE

NUSARA

POTONG

YAMAZATO

BLACKITCH

CHIM x NAPHA

COTE

CROSS

DEN KUSHI FLORI
BANGKOK

FATBOY IZAKAYA

FUEGO

GAA

GINZA SUSHI-ICHI

GUSS DAMN GOOD

INDDEE

NUSARA

POTONG

YAMAZATO

Savor Culinary Excellence at Sake Week Thailand

Prepare for an evening of extraordinary culinary artistry at Sake Week Thailand. This exclusive event features one of Thailand’s most renowned dining destinations, celebrated for its Michelin Guide recognition and Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants level of excellence. Known for its exquisite flavors and near-impossible reservations, this is a rare opportunity to experience a taste of true culinary mastery.

Embrace the Essence of Exclusivity: Experience a Curated Sake Event

Step into the realm of refined taste and unparalleled connections.
Our sake-focused event is designed as an intimate gathering where discerning palates and industry leaders converge.

The Essence of Exclusivity
To maintain an atmosphere of unmatched distinction, attendance at this event is by invitation only. Our carefully curated guest list promises tastemakers, prominent sake authorities, and passionate enthusiasts – the ideal blend for elevating your experience.

Opportunities Await
Beyond savoring exceptional sake selections, this event is an exceptional platform for networking. Build meaningful relationships with influential figures, explore potential collaborations, and leave your mark in the vibrant world of sake.

How to join the event

SAKE WEEK COIN

STARTER SET.

990 THB

(inc. vat)

Included Sake Glass, Wristband & Sake / Food digital coins

Digital Coin of the Sake Week Thailand 2024

Coin Name: Sake Week Thailand Coin (Sake Sip)

Purchase Options:

  • At the Event Entrance: Designated booths exchanging cash or card payment for Sake Sips in the function of the NFC wristband.
  • Pre-Purchase: Consider a pre-sale option on your event website where people can buy Sake Sips in advance and load them onto a QR code / Wristband for easy use at the event.

Payment at Booths:

  • NFC System: Each restaurant booth has a POS iPad customers can scan with their wristband to pay coin for Sake / Sata / Restaurant

 Food & Drink digital coins cannot be returned for a refund. Replacement will not be given for loss or broken drinking vessels.

B2 Level, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)

60 Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Ratchadaphisek Road, Khlong Toei Sub-district, Khlong Toei District, Bangkok

SUPPORTED BY

DIAMOND SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSORS

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