This course is aimed at obtaining the Certified Sake Sommelier (CSS), a globally recognized professional qualification at sommelier level .
It is a professional qualification that is highly recognised both domestically and internationally and can be used for careers in the food and beverage industry and overseas markets.

Provide the optimal study plan through pre-interviews <br/> Pre-interviews are conducted online depending on the student's level and goals.
Based on the results, we will adjust the curriculum to suit your needs and provide you with an efficient and practical learning environment .

You can acquire professional knowledge about sake in a short period of time.

🔹 Basic knowledge of sake

✔The role of koji, yeast, and water ✔The classification and differences of designated name sake ✔How to read the label (BY, date of manufacture, aging method and its effects, etc.)

🔹 Understanding the manufacturing process

✔The process of making koji✔Differences in yeast starter and fermentation mechanisms✔Various squeezing methods and alcohol addition techniques

🔹 Tasting Techniques

✔Aroma and flavor analysis ✔Expression using a tasting wheel

🔹 Food pairing

✔Scientific explanation of the compatibility of sake and food ✔Theories of umami balance and pairing

🔹 Service etiquette

✔The proper way to serve sake ✔Different temperatures and their effects on flavor ✔Techniques for proposing the best pairings

🔹 History and culture of sake

✔The origin and development of Kimoto and Bodaimoto ✔The evolution of sake in history books ✔The history of sake up to the present day

Acquire professional level knowledge from the basics to advanced applications in a short period of time!

Other necessary knowledge acquisition is provided individually

Kaori Koumatu

Specialists in export and education of sake, shochu and Japanese tea

For over 10 years, he has been involved in exporting sake, shochu, and Japanese tea, building a deep network in the food and beverage industry both in Japan and overseas.
He currently works in sake education and promotion for overseas markets, and spreads the appeal of sake on his YouTube channel "Sip of Japan."

📍Specialty🔹 International market strategy and presentation for sake and shochu🔹 Education and course management for sommeliers and food and beverage industry personnel🔹 Providing practical learning in collaboration with sake breweries

📍Strengths of the instructor🔹Easy -to-understand explanations of sake from an international perspective🔹Flexible instruction for beginners to professionals🔹Practical curriculum that utilizes on-site knowledge

We will help you learn more about the appeal of Japanese sake and spread its popularity around the world!