DC Sake cō Official

09/05/2026

Ever wondered which prefecture in Japan is famous for its rice? Ask any Japanese person, and Niigata Prefecture will almost always top the list. This is the proud home of Hakkaisan Brewery, gracefully nestled at the foot of the sacred Mt. Hakkaisan in Niigata, Japan.

Hakkaisan Brewery is renowned for producing sake that transforms any dinner into a special occasion. Their clean, delicious sake offers a smooth journey from the first sip to the last, promising more than just a drink, but an exquisite dining companion.

Whether you’re enjoying a quiet dinner at home or sharing a meal with friends, Hakkaisan is a sake that complements the food and elevates the moment.

Order Hakkaisan from our online store and make your next dinner a little more special.

09/04/2026

5th Annual Kanpai! to Sake Day in D.C. at Love, Makoto on Sunday, October 4th!

• Tastings of 100+ diverse sakes from Japan and the U.S.
• Opportunities to meet sake makers, industry professionals, and fellow sake enthusiasts
• Bites prepared by the Love, Makoto kitchen
• The chance to discover new favorites and learn about the people and stories behind the bottles

Whether you’re a longtime sake lover or just beginning to explore, Kanpai! to Sake Day is a welcoming celebration designed for discovering, learning, and enjoying sake together.

Early bird special will end soon. Ticket link is in bio.

🎥 Dominique

09/01/2026

Yes, DC Sake cō is DC based online shop that specializes in alcohol beverages from Japan and sake made in US — open online, 365 days a year. Place an order and we deliver to your door 🍶

Takara Group — founded in 1842 in Kyoto, now one of the largest sake producers in the United States. From timeless classics to bold new creations, their lineup captures both tradition and evolution.

Takara Group has been with us since our very second Kanpai! to Sake Day, and they’re back again this year! We’re always grateful for their steady, unwavering support.

08/29/2026

08/26/2026

DC Sake cō’s Deep Dive Series returns for an intimate evening of tasting, conversation, and stories shared directly by the people behind them.

This edition welcomes Kimio Yonezawa, 4th-generation toji of Akashi Sake Brewery, and Miho Komatsu, Head of Brand Advocacy for Hatozaki and Akashi-Tai.

Date: Tuesday, September 15th
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Location: “Show of Hands” at The Roost
1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003

Rooted in Akashi, Hyogo since 1856, the Yonezawa family’s brewing tradition has evolved across generations and today extends into sake, whisky, and gin. As both toji of Akashi Sake Brewery and the master distiller and blender behind Hatozaki whisky, Yonezawa-san offers a rare opportunity to explore these different crafts through the philosophy, traditions, and experiences of the person behind them.

Joining him is Komatsu-san, an SSI-certified Sake Sommelier and WSET Certified Educator who has spent her career sharing Japanese sake and its stories with audiences around the world.

08/21/2026

Tase 100+ Sake 🍶 Meet the sake makers 🍶 Bits by Love, Makoto

Five years ago, Reiko Hirai, a Japanese national and owner of D.C. Sake cō, launched Kanpai! to Sake Day in DC—the first celebration of its kind in Washington, D.C.—to invite the community to be part of this global sake tradition.

World Sake Day, celebrated every year on Oct. 1, marks the traditional start of the sake brewing season in Japan. More than a calendar milestone, World Sake Day honors the rich history, craft and cultural significance of sake—a drink deeply woven into Japanese rituals, cuisine and daily life.

Date: Oct 4th 2026
Time: VIP 11am-12pm, 2-3pm Gen 12-4pm
Location: Love, Makoto

08/16/2026

Summer’s almost over ☀️🔥
Before the last BBQs of the season, upgrade your grill game with sake.

I love trying different types of sake every time we do a BBQ—because each one brings something different to the grill.

This time, we’re pouring Nanbu Bijin All Koji.

Made entirely with koji, it has a rich, mellow sweetness, savory umami, and elegant acidity. That combination makes it a fun match for smoky, charred BBQ flavors.

Smoky grill + sweet, savory sake = a perfect summer pairing. 🔥🍶

Fire up the grill, pour the sake, and enjoy the last days of summer!

08/07/2026

(this still works, right? 😄) — wanted to remember this fun Sunday we had at popfizzdc with ToriSumi 鳥炭 Yakitori !

Every year during Otakon season, the thought of getting sake involved somehow comes up… and it never makes it past “it’s happening” 😅 This year, thanks to Brent and Blake — who already run the Sunday Yakitori pop-up every week — we got the invite to join them and bring some sake flights to the crowd. Thanks for connecting us, Allen Bae 🙏

Thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed sake with us that day! Pouring and talking sake was the least I could do among the amazing Popfizz team — grateful to be part of it 🍶

08/04/2026

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! D.C. Sake cō celebrates its 5th annual Kanpai! to Sake Day in D.C. at Love, Makoto with diverse sakes, deep insights & great food!

🍶Taste 100+ diverse sakes to celebrate “world sake day”
🍶Love, Makoto transforms into a sake tasting pavilion
🍶Experience access to (and insights from!) sake makers and passionate sake-industry experts
🍶Enjoy bites from Love, Makoto, a Japanese culinary collection
🍶Discover favorite sake? Order it for delivery with special discount

Date: Sunday Oct 4th
Time: VIP 11am- 12pm, 2-3pm, Gen 12-4pm
Location: Love, Makoto
200 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste. 150 Washington, DC 20001
Ticket link is on our bio!

World Sake Day, celebrated every year on October 1st, which marks the traditional start of the sake brewing season in Japan. Timed with the rice harvest, it’s the perfect moment for breweries to begin production.
Four years ago, Reiko Hirai, a Japanese national and owner of D.C. Sake cō, launched “Kanpai to Sake Day in DC”—the first celebration of its kind in Washington, D.C.—to invite the community to be part of this global sake tradition. Her vision was to create a welcoming space where both sake lovers and the sake-curious could explore an exceptional variety of sake styles, learn directly from expert brewers and sommeliers, and connect with one another in a warm, vibrant atmosphere.

07/30/2026

How about Yakitori x Sake 🍶

Sun Aug 2 @ 3PM
Pop Fiz 2108 Vermont Ave. NW DC

This Sunday we're shaking things up for Otakon

We want our fellow manga, anime, cosplay aficionados to have somewhere to go after the convention wraps up, and we wanna see everyone rocking their convention gear

We're teaming up with Torisumi Yakitori to offer a special sake flight option, and we'll be running special menu deals of sake flights (3 for $15) and skewer sets (4 for $20). Plus Pop Fizz DC regular menu and option to order more skewers

- 3:00 start for skewers & sake
- Cosplay outfits welcome
- Anime on the projector
- Bonus points if you can outweeb me

Regulars, dig out your favorite furry costume if your One Piece fit is at the cleaners. Can't wait to see everyone