講座カテゴリー: sake

WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake

WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake

Japanese Class >

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.

WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake official page

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

TOKYO

CAPLAN Wine Academy AOYAMA
PASONA SQUARE. 16F, 3-1-30, Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Access Map

OSAKA

CAPLAN Wine Academy Osaka classroom

Hearton Hotel Shinsaibashi Annex
1-5-24 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka

Access Map

Fee

35,200 yen <Price excluding tax: 32,000 yen>

  • 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.

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）

MON September 15th 2025 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）

Mon November 17th 2025 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）

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.

Osaka Class

（English）

Yamaguchi Ayuko
（1Day）

Wed October 29th 2025 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 January 19th 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）

⚪︎ Apply

Deadline: March 2st 2026

Applications are now closed.

  • The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.

菊地千穂講師（1Day）

WSET® Level 2 Award in Sake ＜3-days Intensive Course＞

WSET® Level 2 Award in Sake＜3-days Intensive Course＞

3-days Intensive Course!

日本語ページ >

3-days Intensive Course!

If you’re keen to explore the world of sake, then WSET’s new Level 2 Award in Sake could be the right course for you.
It is intended for anyone wishing to learn about the different styles of sake and how they are made, as well as those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Sake.

The WSET Level 2 Award in Sake focuses on how the ingredients used by brewers are processed and combined to create the many different styles of sake. It will also teach you how to describe and assess the quality of the sakes you taste.

If you are a sake or hospitality professional, you’ll be able to offer valuable guidance on selection and service to your colleagues and customers. If you are a sake enthusiast, you’ll know exactly what to look for when choosing sakes for any occasion.

Upon passing the certification exam, you will receive WSET certification and badge. The exam consists of 50 multiple choice questions (four options each). There is no tasting.

※Textbooks will be sent out in advance when the course start is confirmed.

※ The exam will be held on the third day of the course

WSET® Level 2 Award in Sake Global Page

Curriculum

Day 1

10:00～17:00 Including 1 hour lunch break

【1】Induction
【2】What is Sake – Kanji (Part1)　
【3】Rice and Starch – Making Steamed White Rice
【4】Kōji Mould – Making Kōji
　Review

Day 2

10:00～17:00 Including 1 hour lunch break

　Review
【5】Water and Yeast – Alcoholic Fermentation
【6】Post-fermentation options
【7】Speciality Styles of Sake
【8】Categories and Grades of Sake – Kanji (Part 2)
　Review

Day 3

10:00～12:30

【9】Delicate, Dry, Fruity Ginjō and Rich Junmai Styles of Sake
【10】Storage and Service of Sake
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14:00～15:00

　【Certification Exam】

  • Please note that the curriculum may be subject to change.

Course Information

Target

  • Anyone wishing to learn about the different styles of sake and how they are made.
  • People seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Sake.

Capacity

13 people

Venue

TOKYO

CAPLAN Wine Academy AOYAMA
PASONA SQUARE. 16F, 3-1-30, Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Access Map

OSAKA

CAPLAN Wine Academy Osaka classroom

Hearton Hotel Shinsaibashi Annex
1-5-24 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka

Access Map

Fee

81,400円 (after tax)

  • Includes sake, 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 note that we cannot refund the fee once you pay.
    Please make sure bear the bank remitting charges concerned with yourself.

Bank Name: SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION
Branch Name: Asakusa Branch
Account Number: 7296264　(Futsu Yokin)
Subscriber: Asahi Beer Communications , Ltd.

Important notes

Please be sure to read this before registering and attending the course.

Important notes concerning registration and attendance

Terms of use

Schedule・Application

  • Please note that the schedule and curriculum may be subject to change.

Tokyo Class

Ayuko Yamaguchi

See the Schedule

Day 1（2/21 SAT）: 10:00-17:00
Day 2（2/22 SUN）: 10:00-17:00
Day 3（2/23 MON・Holiday）: 10:00-12:30 (Examination 14:00-15:00)

⚪︎ Apply

Deadline: February 8st 2026

Applications are now closed.

  • The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.

Osaka Class

Ayuko Yamaguchi

See the Schedule

Day 1（9/13 SAT）: 10:00-17:00
Day 2（9/14 SUN）: 10:00-17:00
Day 3（9/15 MON・Holiday）: 10:00-12:30 (Examination 14:00-15:00)

Applications are now closed.

  • The payment MUST be completed by the application deadline.

WSET® Level 3 Award in Sake

WSET® Level 3 Award in Sake

日本酒について十分な知識、テイスティング能力をお持ちの方を対象に、日本酒の主要成分と生産技術の違いがもたらす酒のスタイルや品質評価について「なぜその結論になったのか？」を理論的に導き出せる力を養います。本質を見分ける力をつけ、グローバルな日本酒の「今」を知る講座です。

An advanced level qualification for professionals working with sake or sake enthusiasts.For individuals seeking to develop their expertise in sake, this qualification will provide you with a detailed understanding of the production methods that affect the style, quality and price of sake. Upon completion you will be able to assess sakes accurately, and use this information and your understanding of sakes to make authoritative recommendations.Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

WSET® Level 3 Award in Sake official page

Curriculum

  • 6 Months Course （2 Hours and 15 minutes／11 sessions）

Session 1

Induction (inc. self introduction)
Tasting : Calibration and Production Techniques

Session 2

Review of the Fundamentals
Growing Rice

Session 3

Making Steamed White Rice
Making Koji

Session 4

Kanji ／Tasting : Quality Assessment
Mock Test 1 Review

Session 5

Water and Yeast

Session 6

Fermentation Starter
Main Fermentation

Session 7

Jozo Alcohol and Filtration／ Finishing
Theory : Review of the command verbs

Session 8

Sake Industry ／Sake Regionality
Mock Test 2 Review

Session 9

Tasting : Review
Speciality Styles of Sake

Session 10

Storage and Service of Sake　
Mock Tasting Test

Session 11

Examination

Entry Requirements


An advanced level qualification for professionals working with sake or sake enthusiasts.

Lecturer

Christopher Hughes／Ayuko Yamaguchi

Seating capacity

24 for each class

Place

Tokyo

CAPLAN Wine Academy AOYAMA
PASONA SQUARE. 16F, 3-1-30, Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Map

Fee

101,200 yen <Price excluding tax: 92,000 yen>

  • To be paid within three days after course application.
  • 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 make sure bear the bank remitting charges concerned with yourself.

Schedule / Entry

  • 6 Month Course (2Hours／11 sessions)

TOKYO

Tokyo A Class

Christopher Hughes

Thursday/Night 19：00～21：15　*(first class～21:30)

See the Schedule

Session 1：11/6 　*(～21:30)
Session 2：11/20
Session 3：11/27
Session 4：12/4
Session 5：1/15
Session 6：1/29
Session 7：2/5
Session 8：2/12
Session 9：2/26
Session 10：3/5
Session 11：Examination 4/4（Saturday,土曜）

★Session 1 will be 2.5hours long.

Please call us for entry（03-6634-9976）

【Full】
Tokyo B Class

Christopher Hughes/Yamaguchi

Saturday/Morning & Afternooon 10：15～12：30,　13：20～15：35

See the Schedule

Session 1,2：1/17
Session 3,4：1/24（Yamaguchi）
Session 5,6：2/7
Session 7,8：2/28（Yamaguchi）
Session 9,10：3/7
Session 11：Examination 4/4（Saturday,土曜）
★Session 1 will be 2.5hours long.

Please call us for entry（03-6634-9976）

Previous schedule

Tokyo A Class
Christopher Hughes

Session 1：5/29 　*(～21:30)
Session 2：6/5
Session 3：6/26
Session 4：7/3
Session 5：7/24
Session 6：7/31
Session 7：8/7【代講/Substitute】Yamaguchi Ayuko
Session 8：8/21【代講/Substitute】Yamaguchi Ayuko
Session 9：9/4
Session 10：9/18
Session 11：Examination 10/4（Saturday,土曜）

★Session 1 will be 2.5hours long.

Tokyo B Class
Christopher Hughes

Session 1,2：6/28 　 *(～15:50)
Session 3,4：7/12
Session 5,6：7/26
Session 7,8：8/23【代講/Substitute】Yamaguchi Ayuko
Session 9,10：9/6
Session 11：Examination 10/4（Saturday,土曜）

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