Sake sommelier course

This course is a certified program by the world-renowned Sake Sommelier Association (SSA) . SSA is a London-based educational institution specializing in sake with over 20 years of history and an international network. It also hosts the sake tasting event " Sake Challenge" in various countries.

Our school is an accredited school in western Japan , and we train professionals who can thrive both domestically and internationally.

  • What kind of qualifications?

    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 .

  • What will you learn in this course?

    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

講師紹介

幸松 香乙里(Kaori Koumatu)

日本酒・焼酎・日本茶の国際輸出・教育スペシャリスト。

10年以上の実務経験をもとに、バイリンガルで目的に応じた柔軟な指導を提供。

Duration and fees

Course Duration & Fees

Course Fee
Standard Course: ¥115,000
Course with Brewery Field Study: ¥140,000

Course Details
Standard Course
https://taishijapan.com/products/certified-sake-sommelier-japan

Course with Brewery Field Study
https://taishijapan.com/products/certified-sake-sommelier%C2%AE-1

Duration
Choose either a 3-day course (10:00–16:00, final day ends in the morning) or a 2-day intensive course (09:00–17:00) covering the same content

Location
Fukuoka / Kyoto / Oita (Japan)
Small group, fully reservation-based

What You Will Learn
Build a solid foundation of sake, including history, production, key ingredients (rice, water, yeast), professional tasting techniques, service skills, and how temperature changes flavor, and more

Tasting Experience
Compare over 30 different types of sake, including rare styles such as aged and sparkling sake

What’s Included
All study materials, certification exam (written and practical tasting), official certification badge, and digital certificate

Language
Available in both English and Japanese

How to apply

Please fill out the inquiry form below and we will reply to you by email.
You can also call 090-5483-5194 if you have any questions about the course.
koumatut@gmail.com

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