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Wine, spirits and sake courses of the World WSET Courses
WINE
WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines
■Level: Introductory–Beginner
■Start: April and July 2026
■Location: Tokyo
■Languages: English
A beginner course about wine production and the main wine styles of the World. The WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting® and food-wine pairings are also explored.
WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines
■Level: Introductory – Intermediate
■Start: April–July 2026
■Location: Tokyo
■Languages: English
The Italian Wine Scholar education program is an Italian wine course designed to provide committed students of wine with the most advanced and comprehensive specialization study program on Italian wine bar none!
WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines
■Level: Intermediate – Advanced
■Start: April 2026
■Location: Tokyo
■Languages: English
This advanced course delves deeply into the World of wine, exploring environmental influences, grape varieties, grape growing, winemaking and how they all influence the style and quality of the wines.
WSET® Level 4 Award in Wines
■Level: Advanced to Professional
■Start: June 2026
■Location: Online
■Languages: English
The Diploma course is a 1.5 years program that deepens your understanding of how and why wine production and business factors influence the style, quality, and price of wines.
WSET® Level 4 Diploma in Wine D4 Classroom course
■Level: Advanced - Professional
■Start: March 2026
■Location: Tokyo
■Languages: English
The D4 Sparkling Wines unit explores the world of sparkling wine in depth, combining technical understanding with global context. Students learn how vineyard decisions, grape varieties, winemaking techniques and regional traditions come together to shape the styles, quality levels and commercial success of sparkling wines worldwide.
Japanese Sake
WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake
■Level: Introductory–Beginner
■Start: February – September 2026
■Location: Tokyo / Osaka
■Languages: English
This course is targeted to the people learning sake for the first time. The main styles and types of sake, the principles of sake tasting and the important factors that affect flavor and aroma will be covered.
WSET® Level 2 Award in Sake
■Level: Introductory–Intermediate
■Start: July 2026
■Location: Osaka
■Languages: English
For anyone wishing to learn about the different styles of sake and how they are made, and those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Sake.
WSET® Level 3 Award in Sake
■Level: Intermediate – Advanced
■Start: May / June 2026
■Location: Tokyo
■Languages: English
This course is targeted to people already knowledgeable about sake. Here you will have a deeper look on sake production and you will learn the factors influencing its quality, style and price.
Wine Scholar Guild Courses
Italian Wine Scholar
■Level: Intermediate to Advanced
■Start: May 2026
■Location: Tokyo
■Language: English
The Italian Wine Scholar education program is an Italian wine course designed to provide committed students of wine with the most advanced and comprehensive specialization study program on Italian wine bar none!
French Wine Scholar
■Level: Intermediate to Advanced
■Start: Next session TBD
■Location: Tokyo
■Language: English
The French Wine Scholar® education program is the most advanced, comprehensive, and up-to-date French wine course available. It covers French wine law, grape varieties, viticulture, winemaking and all of the French wine regions.
Spanish Wine Scholar
■Level: Intermediate to Advanced
■Start: Next session TBD
■Location: Tokyo
■Language: English
During this course you will tour the main regions of Spain, exploring the World famous regions like Rioja and Priorat and discovering the World that lies beyond them.
To deeply delve into single regions Regional programs
Court of Master Sommeliers
■Level: Beginner–Intermediate
■Start: Next session TBD
■Location: Tokyo
■Language: English
The Court of Master Sommeliers offers prestigious certifications for wine professionals, emphasizing wine knowledge, service, and tasting skills, with the Master Sommelier diploma being its highest and most respected credential.
Barossa Wine School
■Level: Introductory – Intermediate
■Start: Next session TBD
■Location: Tokyo
■Languages: English
The Barossa Wine School is the official Barossa wine certification program, create by Barossa Australia. It is designed to enhance students' understanding of the Barossa's history, viticulture, winemaking, and wine styles. Level 1 and Level 2 are now available!
