WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake
A beginner level introduction to sake for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in sake.For individuals new to the subject, this qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of sake. You’ll explore the main styles and types of sake through sight, smell and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas.
Curriculum
1
What is Sake? / How is Sake Made?
2
Categories and Grades of Sake
3
Main Production Steps
4
Storage and Service of Sake
5
Sake and Food / An Introduction to Tasting Sake
6
Examination
Lecturer
Christopher Hughes
Place
CAPLAN Wine Academy AOYAMA
PASONA SQUARE. 16F, 3-1-30, Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Fee
35,200 yen (tax included)
- Includes wines, textbook and examination fee※
- Students attending for the first time a course at CAPLAN Wine Academy need to pay 5,500 yen for registration, tax included.
How to pay
Bank transfer or Credit card
Please transfer the fee to the bank account below or we can accept the credit card.
Bank Name: SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION
Branch Name: Asakusa Branch
Account Number: 7296264 (Futsu Yokin)
Subscriber: Asahi Beer Communications , Ltd.Please note that we cannot refund the fee once you pay.
Please check that any transfer related charges are paid on your end.
Important Notes for Course Attendance
Please be sure to read the following carefully before applying for or attending a course.
Courses commencing on or before March 31, 2026 are subject to the Former Cancellation Policy.
Courses commencing on or after April 1, 2026 are subject to the New Cancellation Policy.
Schedule / Entry
- 1 day course: 6 Hours; 1 hour exam
Please make sure that your address is registered correctly!
Textbooks and exam results will be sent to the physical address you registered on our website (MyPage).
Please make sure that this is correct and accurate, including the apartment number.
※ Please note that if the package is returned due to an unclear address or missing apartment number, the textbooks will either be handed to you in person on the day or reshipped to you (着払い, i.e. you will be charged for the reshipping).
Thank you for your understanding.
Tokyo Class
（English）
Christopher Hughes
（1Day）Wed February 4th 2026 10:00～18:00（Examination 17:00～18:00）
Applications are now closed.
- The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.
Tokyo Class
（English）
Christopher Hughes
（1Day）Thu April 30th 2026 or Fri May 15th 2026, 10:00–18:00（Examination 17:00～18:00）
Applications are now closed.
Applications are now closed.
- The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.
Tokyo Class
（English）
Christopher Hughes
（1Day）Thu July 23rd 2026 10:00～18:00（Examination 17:00～18:00）
Applications are now closed.
- The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.
Osaka Class
（English）
Yamaguchi Ayuko
（1Day）Thu March 17th 2026 10：00～18：00（Examination 17:00～18:00）
Applications are now closed.
- The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.
Osaka Class
（English）
Yamaguchi Ayuko
（1Day）Mon July 27th 2026 10:00～18:00（Examination 17:00～18:00）
Applications are now closed.
- The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.
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