Jijisake - Sake School in Tokyo — Restaurant in Tokyo

My girlfriend and I were planning a trip to Tokyo this fall and we wanted to learn more about Sake, even though we had been drinking Sake for years, we did not know much about the different types nor did we understand how it was produced. True novices! I searched for a Sake Class in Tokyo and there seemed to be a lot of almost 'cookie cutter' style classes and Sake tasting tours of bars and restaurants. However, I did not give up searching for something more specialized and personal online and finally happened upon Jiji's Sake School in Tokyo. And what a wonderful find this was for us! Jiji is an amazing Sake teacher and explained the background of Sake, how it is made and how to tell a good Sake from an average Sake, in a way that was super easy to follow and understand. Most importantly she described how Sake works with so well with many types of foods, whether Japanese Cuisine or Western Cuisines or even Desserts for certain Sakes and that Sake can be drank hot or chilled.

We chose to have a private class, but it would also be nice in a group of 4 to 8 people too. Following Jiji's Sake Class, my girlfriend and I were having a great time taking Sake Tastings as a selection with our food in some of the better Japanese restaurants we found as we travelled through both Tokyo and Kyoto. Now we are keeping at least 3 or 4 types of Sake at home all the time, in addition to all the wine we drink! We would highly recommend Jiji's excellent Sake School in Tokyo!! But watch our, you may be very deep into Sake...

I had the privilege of attending a Sake Sommelier Course certification in Tokyo under the guidance of an outstanding teacher: Giulia Maglio. Her teaching skills, patience, and professionalism were truly exceptional. She demonstrated a genuine passion for sake and a deep understanding of the intricate process involved in its production.

What truly set her apart was her eagerness to respond to all of my questions, no matter how detailed or specific they were. Her willingness to share her extensive knowledge and expertise was truly admirable, making the learning experience thoroughly enriching.

One remarkable aspect was her personal involvement in sake production, which provided a unique and invaluable insight into the art and science of crafting sake. Not only did she illuminate the magnificent process behind sake production, but she also shed light on the cultural nuances and contemporary approaches involved in making this wonderful beverage.

Thanks to her guidance and dedication, my appreciation and curiosity for sake have been sparked, and I am inspired to delve deeper into this captivating world. I am genuinely grateful for the opportunity to learn from such an exceptional teacher, and I look forward to continuing my journey in the realm of sake, building on the foundation she has so...

Giulia was an amazing instructor. She was not only very thorough and knowledgeable, she made the entire course very interesting and leaving me wanting to learn so much more. I have a newfound appreciation and understanding of Japanese sake. I was extremely nervous about whether or not I can get through the tasting section of the course, but Giulia's explanation, example and hints helped me through the process, and at the end, I was able to feel more confident in the process. I highly recommend this course to everyone. Even if you are not pursuing to become a sake sommelier, this course will guide you to enjoy sake in your everyday life with any cuisine! Thank you Giulia for the...