The number of sake tasters worldwide has surpassed 50,000!

Sake sommelier

Since the start of the certification in 1991, the Japan Sake and Shochu Association has been promoting sake sommeliers.Sake tasterThe number of certified sake tasters has now exceeded 50,000 worldwide. Sake tasters are experts trained in the service and sales of sake, aiming to enhance the enjoyment of sake. They recommend sake to drinkers through their knowledge of various types of sake, hospitality, and serving techniques. The circle of sake tasters, who aim to "enjoy the delicious drinking of sake," is expanding not only in Japan but also around the world. 

I'm curious to know how many foreigners there are.

6th World Sake Tasting Competition

Furthermore, the association is holding a competition to determine the world's best sake service and knowledge.6th World Sake Tasting Competition" will be held for the first time in five years.

The 2024 local qualifying rounds and finals will be held in Tokyo in February 2025. Entry will begin at 12:00 on May 1, 2024.

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The number of "sake tasters" has exceeded 50,000!

Press release from the Sake Service Research Association and the Sake Master Research Association (February 29, 2024, 5:00 PM) - Number of "sake sommeliers" exceeds 50,000!

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