Based in a beautiful 'working' Church in Marylebone, Drink Japan's latest event is on October 10 & 11, 2025
Drink Japan is created to showcase the best of Japanese beverage brands and selected artisan products to London!
Drink Japan provides visitors invaluable opportunities to meet artisan producers from the UK, companies that import Japanese products and also Japanese producers bringing new and exclusive products from Japan for the event.
Uniquely, Drink Japan will allow visitors to sample of the products, and buy them directly from the exhibitors.
The spirit of Drink Japan is ‘Tradition Reborn’. We are excited to introduce a new image beyond traditional expectations to integrate with European lifestyle. Our mindset will be innovative and pioneering to move forward and
bring a new image of Japan in Europe.
Please note: Drink Japan is for over guests over 18 years old only.
Get £5 off a ticket when you book using 'EarlyBird' as the promotion code.
Established in 1724, Urakasumi is one of Japan's most respected sake brands. The business has been owned by the same family since its foundation and it is now run by the 13th generation, Koichi Saura who will be presenting his sake:
Urakasumi Junmai
Urakasumi ZEN
Urakasumi Umeshu
Urakasumi Kioke Kimto 280
Urakasumi Junmai Ginjo 12
Suntory will be presenting two lines of unique beverages
196 Lemon, Shochu Vodka and Soda
196 Grapefruit, Shochu Vodka and Soda
196 is a Suntory vodka and shochu based canned ARTD, first launched in Japan in 2005, using liquid‑nitrogen freeze‑crush infusion at –196 °C to deliver bold, real‑fruit flavour. 6% ABV.
Drink Japan will be hosting a very special cocktail bar sampling classic and new cocktails using Japanese beverages.
More details to follow soon!
At our Wakayama umeshu stand, you can sample around 20 uniquely crafted varieties, each with its own character — a line-up that will transform your perception of umeshu. Alongside tasting, you’ll discover the unique terroir of Wakayama, Japan’s premier ume region, making this not just a tasting, but a truly memorable cultural experience.
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At our Wakayama umeshu stand, you can sample around 20 uniquely crafted varieties, each with its own character — a line-up that will transform your perception of umeshu. Alongside tasting, you’ll discover the unique terroir of Wakayama, Japan’s premier ume region, making this not just a tasting, but a truly memorable cultural experience.
Nestled in Japan’s Kansai region, Wakayama Prefecture is blessed with stunning mountains and a breathtaking coastline. As Japan’s leading producer of ume, we take pride in crafting exceptional umeshu — a refined liqueur with a delicate fragrance and mellow sweetness. Whether served as a sparkling summer spritz or simply poured over ice, Wakayama umeshu offers a taste of elegance in every sip.
Crafted in Japan, HeavenSake is an award winning creation by French Wine Master Regis Camus in collaboration with Japan’s most respected sake breweries. Their common ambition, was to create the smoothest sakes in Japan by combining Japanese excellence with French taste.
Presenting:
HEAVENSAKE
Junmai 12
Junmai Ginjo Label Azur
Junmai Daiginjo L
Crafted in Japan, HeavenSake is an award winning creation by French Wine Master Regis Camus in collaboration with Japan’s most respected sake breweries. Their common ambition, was to create the smoothest sakes in Japan by combining Japanese excellence with French taste.
Presenting:
HEAVENSAKE
Junmai 12
Junmai Ginjo Label Azur
Junmai Daiginjo Label Orange
Junmai Daiginjo Label Noir
Sake BABY!
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Sekiya Brewery Co., Ltd. producing Sake under the brand name Houraisen, was established in 1864 in Aichi Prefecture. Sekiya have three breweries, one is their ‘Ginjo workshop’, another is small ‘sake-lab’, and the other is their traditional brewery. They own their own rice paddocks, and grow rice suited to the region.
HOURAISEN JUN
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Sekiya Brewery Co., Ltd. producing Sake under the brand name Houraisen, was established in 1864 in Aichi Prefecture. Sekiya have three breweries, one is their ‘Ginjo workshop’, another is small ‘sake-lab’, and the other is their traditional brewery. They own their own rice paddocks, and grow rice suited to the region.
HOURAISEN JUNMAI DAIGINJO MAKA 16%
HOURAISEN JUNMAI DAIGINJO KUU 15.5%
HOURAISEN JUNMAI GINJO WA 15.5%
HOURAISEN JUNMAIGINJO JUKUSEINAMA WA 15%
This unique version of WA is unpasteurized and matured over 1 year in a tank before its shipment. Nuttiness, natural sweetness and gentle complexity developed over the maturtion.
HOURAISEN MIKAN 7.5%
This Liqueur is made from Mandarin Oranges grown in a land rich in nature in Japan. It has a refreshing flavor and the natural sweetness of Mandarin oranges.
Tengu Sake (IWC Sake Merchant of the Year 2016-2019, 2022 & 2024) specialises in bringing premium quality Japanese alcohol to the UK market. You can find our sake in many prestigious restaurants and bars throughout the country and also online at the UK’s first dedicated sake shop: www.tengusake.com
More information soon!
More information soon!
The Sake Samurai Association and the International Wine Challenge will be showcasing IWC Award winning Sake from this years competition, including the 2025 Champion Sake!
Come and try the best Sake of 2025!
“CONNECTING WORLDS
Where the best of the East meets West, and the familiar transforms into the unexpected, you'll find Sapporo.
Born when traditional German brewing techniques were elevated to new heights through Japanese vision and artistry,
Sapporo is a remarkably refined beer with a truly unique world view.”
Exhibitor information to follow
The Sake Samurai Association and the International Wine Challenge will be showcasing IWC Award winning Sake from this years competition, including the 2025 Champion Sake!
Come and try the best Sake of 2025!
Showcasing and selling the following sake:
Kikuno Tsukasa Innocent 50 Junmai Ginjo Nama
Izumibashi Black Dragonfly Kimoto Junmai
Nanbu Bijin Aiyama Junmai Daiginjo
Gangi Mizunowa Junmai Ginjo
Tosatsuru Azure Ginjo
Chiebijin Black Tea Umeshu
Tsukasabotan Yama Yuzu
Sharing the following range of beverages with Drink Japan:
Coedo Kyara India Pale Lager 333ml 5.5%
Coedo Beniaka Imperial Sweet Potato Amber Ale 333ml 7%
Coedo Ruri Pils Beer 333ml 5%
Coedo Shiro Hefeweizen Beer 333ml 5.5
Fuji Single Malt Whiskey 700ml 46%
Fuji Single Grain Whisky 700ml 46%
Daiyame Imo Shochu - Sweet Potato Spirits 900ml 25%
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Sharing the following range of beverages with Drink Japan:
Coedo Kyara India Pale Lager 333ml 5.5%
Coedo Beniaka Imperial Sweet Potato Amber Ale 333ml 7%
Coedo Ruri Pils Beer 333ml 5%
Coedo Shiro Hefeweizen Beer 333ml 5.5
Fuji Single Malt Whiskey 700ml 46%
Fuji Single Grain Whisky 700ml 46%
Daiyame Imo Shochu - Sweet Potato Spirits 900ml 25%
Kaido Yakiimo Shochu - Sweet Potato Spirits 900ml 25%
DEN-EN ENVELHECIDA Sweet Potato Shochu 700ml 25%
Since 1856, the Yonezawa family has brewed their Sake in the picturesque seaside town of Akashi-city in the Hyogo prefecture. Akashi-city is famous for its exceptional sea bream (Tai) and its dedication to producing the finest sake. Akashi Tai is the best expression of everything we believe in a true artisanal sake. Handmade in small batc
Since 1856, the Yonezawa family has brewed their Sake in the picturesque seaside town of Akashi-city in the Hyogo prefecture. Akashi-city is famous for its exceptional sea bream (Tai) and its dedication to producing the finest sake. Akashi Tai is the best expression of everything we believe in a true artisanal sake. Handmade in small batches by our Toji (Sake Master), Kimio Yonezawa and his close team of trusted craftsmen. A classic and traditional style premium Sake, using only the highest quality, locally sourced rice and natural spring water. The Akashi Sake Brewery uses traditional brewing methods to create sake that embodies the essence of Japanese craftsmanship.
Showcasing the following Sake at the event:
Akashi-Tai Junmai Ginjo Sparkling Sake, 30cl (7%)
Akashi-Tai Ginjo Yuzushu, 50cl (10%)
Akashi-Tai Junmai Daiginjo Genshu Yamadanishiki Sake, 72cl (16%)
Akashi-Tai Honjozo Tokubetsu Gohyakumangoku Sake, 72cl, (15%)
Akashi-Tai Shiraume Ginjo Umeshu, 50cl (14%)
Get ready to sample the following from World Sake Imports:
DEWAZAKURA OMACHI (JUNMAI GINJO) 2023
KAMOIZUMI NIGORI GINJO (NAMA JUNMAI GINJO NIGORI) 2023
MASUMI OKUDEN KANTSUKURI (JUNMAI) 2023
TAMAGAWA REDLABEL (NAMA JUNMAI) 2022
TEDORIGAWA KINKA (NAMA DAIGINJO) 2023
Clearspring is a family business and since 1993. We have been committed to pioneering authentic Japanese specialities and organic fine foods. We are proud to bring you our award-winning ranges that are enjoyed around the world.
Our products make a valuable contribution to sustainable agriculture by supporting organic farmers, artisan food
Clearspring is a family business and since 1993. We have been committed to pioneering authentic Japanese specialities and organic fine foods. We are proud to bring you our award-winning ranges that are enjoyed around the world.
Our products make a valuable contribution to sustainable agriculture by supporting organic farmers, artisan food producers and a plant-based diet.
Showcasing the following products:
・Organic Japanese Brown Rice Crackers
・Snack Organic (Nuts)
・Organic Seaveg Crispies (Crispy Seaweed Thins)
・Organic Japanese Tea & Matcha Powder
・Tofu
・Tamari Soya Sauce
The Japanese Culinary Academy UK was established in London, in July 2015, in response to the growing interest in Japanese cuisine in Europe and North America. The Academy takes as its principle objective the promotion of promoting greater understanding and interest in authentic Japanese cuisine.
In the basement restaurant area these will be seating for more than 100 diners.
A selection of freshly made Japanese food will be made daily and be made and presented by Japanese chefs
These will be food demonstrations each sessions and a manu cateriing for all to try and taste the very best Japanese culinary dishes.
Move information to follow soon
The following will be available for sampling at Drink Japan:
ME NO YADO Yuzu shu 720m
lUME NO YADO Ume shu 720ml
KATSUNUMA WINE Arugabranca Clareza 750ml
ZEN-NOH Kome Biru 330ml
ZEN-NOH Tenno Tsubu Junmai Daiginjo
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There will be performances each day
at the following times
We have some new exciting performers for Drink Japan 25!
Schedule to be confirmed soon
They are an established traditional and contemporary Taiko Drumming group and performing many prestigious venues. e.g. WOMAD, Latitude, Live Earth at Wembley Stadium, Dubai Expo 2020, UK Business Award Ceremony with the presence of HRH King Charles and many more engagement worldwide
Joji Hirota was awarded Ambassador’s Commendation Award
They are an established traditional and contemporary Taiko Drumming group and performing many prestigious venues. e.g. WOMAD, Latitude, Live Earth at Wembley Stadium, Dubai Expo 2020, UK Business Award Ceremony with the presence of HRH King Charles and many more engagement worldwide
Joji Hirota was awarded Ambassador’s Commendation Award by Japanese Embassy in UK and was chosen as one of the 100 Japanese Respected in the world for poll vote in Newsweek 2007
The group will be performing Harvest Festival and some other tune today
Below is Newspaper cut
''The mighty thunder of huge taiko drums. Intricate and fascinating rhythms and soundscapes take us from traditional rhythms into melodic drumming.''
