10/19/2026
VIP sessions are always one of my favorite parts of Kanpai! to Sake Day. 🍶
It’s such an intimate time. You get to learn more about the sake, hear directly from the experts, and enjoy delicious food prepared specially for the session by the talented team at . Every year I look forward to it.
This year, I was so lucky to have two very special people lead our VIP sessions.
Kuji-san , who actually had a big influence on me. He’s the reason DC Sake cō is named DC Sake cō! 😄 It’s a bit of a long (and funny) story, and I’d love to share it on my podcast one day.
And of course, the Sake Ninja, Chris Johnson , our great friend from day one. When I was looking for a venue for Kanpai! to Sake Day, Chris was the one who told me I should talk to team Love Makoto. I’m still so grateful for that advice. That we get to keep growing!
For a milestone celebration like this year I couldn’t have asked for more perfect hosts. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart. And thank you to everyone who joined us. Your energy made the day!!!
If you missed it this year, come join us at VIP next time. I promise you’ll leave with new sake knowledge, a happy stomach, and great new friends.