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    We’re excited to share that @georgekarampouzoukis We’re excited to share that @georgekarampouzoukis and @kosmas.giannoulis have achieved the prestigious Advanced Sake Sommelier® qualification at @tsunan_sake in Niigata, Japan 🗾 🎉 Both are sommeliers from Greece 🇬🇷. George is a Wine Director for a four-restaurant group (including two Japanese-style restaurants), exploring sake and Japanese culture with passion and curiosity. Kosmas is Head Sommelier at Michelin-starred Soil, building a full sake program and sharing sake with the local food community. They’ve taken their passion for sake to the next level—we can’t wait to see where their sake journey leads next✨ A special thank you to Tsunan Brewery for their warm hospitality and expertise. Guided by their philosophy, “Brew for Future,” they craft world-class sake in harmony with nature, embracing Tsunan’s snowy climate and a sincere approach to water, rice, and people 💫 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、GeorgeとKosmasが「Advanced Sake Sommelier®（酒ソムリエ上級）」の資格を取得しました。おめでとうございます！🎉 GeorgeとKosmasは、ギリシャ出身のソムリエです 🇬🇷 ワインディレクターとして4店舗を率い（うち2店舗は和食スタイル）、日本酒と日本文化を探求し続けるGeorge。ミシュラン星付きレストラン「Soil」のヘッドソムリエとして、日本酒プログラムを構築し、その魅力を地元のフードコミュニティへと広げるKosmas。今回のコースを通じて、お二人は日本酒への理解と情熱をさらに深めました。今後の活躍がとても楽しみです 🍶✨ 今回、お二人を温かく迎え入れ、貴重な知識と技術を惜しみなく共有してくださった津南醸造に、心より感謝申し上げます。“Brew for Future,” という理念のもと、津南醸造は、豪雪地帯として知られる津南の土地の特性を生かし、水・米・気候、そして人に真摯に向き合いながら酒造りを行っています。自然と調和し、持続可能で環境に配慮した方法で、世界に誇れる日本酒を造り続けています 💫 「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。
    🇬🇧 Hello from The Big Smoke! We’re delighted to w 🇬🇧 Hello from The Big Smoke! We’re delighted to welcome two new Sake Educators to the Sake Sommelier Association — Michael Lee @sake.concierge.uk and Wilson Yeung @saketalkuk from Kizuna Japanese Sake 🍶 Michael & Wilson will be teaching official Sake Sommeliers courses in London, Bristol, and the South of England ✨ Michael brings extensive experience working with Japanese products, shaped by five years living in Japan and close relationships with breweries across the country. Deeply committed to acting as a bridge between Japan and the UK, his carefully curated sake selection reflects cultural insight, authenticity, and craftsmanship.🤲 Joining him is Wilson Yeung, who’s sake journey spans Hong Kong and the UK. He founded Sake Ztudio in Hong Kong to connect professional sake expertise with tourism and education, and later established Omysake in London in 2022. Through tastings, education, and curated experiences, Wilson has been actively promoting sake culture across regions.🌏 Now, as Certified Sake Sommeliers® and Sake Educators®, they will be offering Introductory Sake Professional® and Certified Sake Sommelier®, supporting the continued growth of sake education in the UK 🇯🇵🇬🇧 Their first course is later this month 🗓️, contact us now for more information 💻 #KizunaJapaneseSake #SakeSommelierAssociation #SakeEducator #SakeInLondon #SommelierLondon
    Congrats to Megan for completing the prestigious A Congrats to Megan for completing the prestigious Advanced Sake Sommelier® course🎉 She is from Florida, USA, and began exploring the world of sake in 2025, which quickly became her true passion. She joined this course to pursue deeper, hands-on experience in a brewery and to understand the craft behind every bottle. Grateful for the journey—and for the culture, people, and connections it brings. 🍶 A special thank you to @fujii_shuzo_oita for welcoming Megan and sharing their incredible expertise in sake brewing. Founded in 1872 Fujii Brewery has been crafting top sake for nearly 150 years, blending tradition with the pure water & natural elements of Oita. Their commitment to sustainability & community creates a truly unique sake✨ ✨ The Advanced Sake Sommelier® is a one-of-a-kind experience that brings students to the heart of Japan: hands-on brewery visits, terroir-focused activities, and immersive learning that offer a deep understanding of sake creation. Ready to deepen your sake knowledge? Begin your journey with the Certified Sake Sommelier® qualification and unlock the full value of the Advanced course—designed to expand your foundation and take your expertise to the next level. 🗾 この度、Megan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！🎉 アメリカ出身のMegan は 2023 年に日本酒の世界を探求し始め、その魅力に引き込まれました。より深い実践的な学びと、一本一本の酒が生まれる背景にある職人の技と精神を理解するため、本コースへの参加されました。学びの旅がもたらす文化との出会いや人との繋がりに、深い感謝を寄せています。 Meganを温かく迎え入れ、日本酒醸造の奥深い世界へと導いてくださった藤居酒造様に特別な感謝を申し上げます。 1872年に創業した藤居酒造は、約150年にわたり、伝統と大分の清らかな水、自然の恵みを融合させて酒を造り続けています。SDGsと地域社会への貢献に対する姿勢が、藤居酒造の酒を一層特別なものにしています。💫 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ります。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」を肌で感じ、酒蔵の歴史や地域文化との繋がりを理解します。教室を越えて五感で学ぶこの体験は、まさに人生で一度きりの貴重な学びとなります。なお、本コースは 認定酒ソムリエ資格保持者 を対象としています。
    📚 Which Course is Right for You? 🍶 Curious about s 📚 Which Course is Right for You? 🍶 Curious about sake but not sure where to start? Let us guide you through the perfect first steps in your sake journey! 🌸 Introductory Sake Professional® 📚 This beginner course is the perfect way to take your first sip into the world of sake. The Introductory Sake Professional® (ISP) is designed for those wanting to learn a foundational knowledge in sake, and study the key points – great for expanding an existing repertoire in professional alcohol knowledge or for sake enthusiasts wanting to learn more about their favourite drink 🥂 The Introductory Sake Professional® covers: ✨ The basics of sake production ✨ Sake culture & history ✨ Tasting sake at different temperatures, and the etiquette of sake tasting ✔️ Official Certification & lapel pin 🥇 Certified Sake Sommelier® 🍶 For professionals ready to stand out in the drinks & hospitality industry This is the SSA’s flagship qualification - recognised internationally and respected across the world of sake. Ideal for sommeliers, beverage managers, importers, trainers, and those pursuing a sake-focused career. By studying the Certified Sake Sommelier® over multiple days, you’ll gain: ✨ An in-depth knowledge of sake production, classification & tasting ✨ Service skills, food pairing, storage & presentation ✨ Professional training that’s both practical & interactive ✔️ Official Certification & lapel pin 🔗 Built-in QR code on your CSS qualification for instant verification - so your sake expertise is easy to showcase and trust. Perfect for sharing on LinkedIn, CVs, and email signatures. Make your mark as a true Sake Sommelier® with a globally recognised qualification from the Sake Sommelier Association® 🌏 Wherever you are in the world, there’s an SSA course to match your goals! ✨ Ready to begin? Drop us a message or find your nearest Sake Educator® today. https://sakesommelieracademy.com/where-to-study/　 #SakeSommelier #SakeEducation #SakeLovers #SSA #SakeCourse #SakeTraining #IntroductorySakeProfessional #CertifiedSakeSommelier
    📢Happy World Shochu Day🌸 Do you know what Novembe 📢Happy World Shochu Day🌸 Do you know what November 1st is? It's actually "Authentic Shochu & Awamori Day" ✨ Today, let's celebrate the beauty of shochu, a traditional Japanese drink that stands alongside sake and is a source of pride for Japan! This anniversary is said to have been established around the time when the new shochu of the year is first sipped. Why not take this opportunity to take a peek into the world of authentic shochu and awamori, two traditional Japanese drinks? 👀🍶 📢Happy World Shochu Day🌸 皆さま、「11月1日」は何の日かご存知でしょうか？実は「本格焼酎＆泡盛の日」です✨ 今日は、日本酒と並び日本の誇るべき伝統的な酒「焼酎」の美しさを讃えましょう！ この記念日は1987年に日本酒造組合中央会がその年の新酒が味わえる時期ということや「焼酎文化を広めたい」想いで制定されました。 そして、日本の風土と技が生んだ一杯が、今また世界中で注目されています🌏✨ 秋の夜長に、香り高い一杯をゆっくり楽しみながら、 この機会に日本の伝統文化である本格焼酎や泡盛の世界も覗いてみてはいかがでしょうか👀🍶？ 芋・麦・米・黒糖…同じ焼酎でも、香りも味わいもまるで違う個性いろいろ🥃✨ 今日という日に、“あなたの好きな一杯”で乾杯しましょう🍠   #AuthenticShochuAndAwamoriDay #AuthenticShochu #Awamori #Shochu #shochu #awamori #JapaneseCulture #JapaneseTradition #NationalDrink #sakechallenge #本格焼酎の日 #ShochuDay #泡盛の日 #焼酎好き #sakelover #日本酒文化 #酒蔵 #shochulife #発酵  #飲食業界 #熟成  #本格焼酎 #泡盛 #焼酎 #shochu #awamori #日本文化 #焼酎ストリート #鹿児島イベント #日本の伝統 #国酒 #sakechallenge
    A huge welcome to the SSA family to @kaidraeger in A huge welcome to the SSA family to @kaidraeger in Germany 🇩🇪 Being an alumni of the exclusive Master Sake Sommelier® qualification, we’re extremely excited to introduce founder of Sacre Sake @agedsake.de Kai, who will be focussing on classroom based, in-person courses in Germany 📚 From the German vineyards to the rice fields of Japan, Kai has an impressive background in wine and sake 🍶🌾 During the 9 years he lived in Japan, he personally journeyed to over 30 breweries, coming to understand the art of sake in depth and the culture that surrounds the delicious drink 🥂 Kai’s expertise in aged sake and passion to bring its traditions to Europe, pair well with the rich history of brewing in Germany 🍻. We hope you get the chance to experience it at his upcoming courses, with Introductory Sake Professional® classes coming up in November and January 🗓️ Check out all the details on our website✨

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