# Event Details - **Event Name**: Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event Description**: Guided tasting of koji, amazake, doburoku & sake made from organic rice. In partnership with @LopesFamilyFarms & @SawtelleSake.About this EventOrganic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting ExperienceDiscover how a single grain of organic California rice transforms into koji, amazake, doburoku, and sake through the magic of Japanese fermentation. Led by Masako Kodama, Japanese Fermentation Professional and founder of Long Beach Koji, this tasting experience invites you to explore each stage of the fermentation journey through aroma, texture, and flavor.You’ll follow the natural flow of fermentation from steamed organic rice to fragrant koji, sweet and creamy amazake, lively doburoku, and finally sake. Learn how enzymes and microbes reshape rice into completely new foods and drinks. This is a curated sensory experience designed to deepen your understanding of Japanese fermentation traditions.Dates11/7 (Sat) 3pm - 4pmFeaturing Local PartnersThis event is proudly presented in collaboration with:@LopesFamilyFarms — Organic California rice grown with regenerative duck‑rice methods@SawtelleSake — Los Angeles craft sake brewery honoring Japanese fermentation craftsmanshipTogether, these partners highlight the beauty of local agriculture and the artistry of Japanese fermentation.What You’ll ExperienceTaste organic rice and freshly made kojiEnjoy amazake — sweet, creamy, and gently thickExplore doburoku — thick, cloudy, lightly bubbly sakeSake tasting featuring “Clear Skies,” the signature sake of Sawtelle SakeWho This Event Is ForFood lovers, fermentation beginners, sake fans, Japanese culture enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how simple ingredients become extraordinary through fermentation. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/667e4650-c5da-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1200-h676-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/6693f130-c5da-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1200-h676-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-angeles/organic-rice-to-sake-a-guided-japanese-fermentation-tasting-experience/100002002980252855 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Doors Open At: 2:50 PM - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Sawtelle Sake - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 70, max: 70, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Angeles - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Sawtelle Sake - **lat**: 34.0431743 - **long**: -118.4453174 - **full address**: Sawtelle Sake, 1836 Sawtelle Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/244dedea6cd79d10a04529baace58c3c94ea1ddf77efd7832b0f1782d499313c-rimg-w1200-h600-dce8e8c8-gmir.jpg?v=1791767766 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience being held? - **A:** Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience takes place on Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Sawtelle Sake, 1836 Sawtelle Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience? - **A:** Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience is organized by Long Beach Koji. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Organic Rice to Sake: A Guided Japanese Fermentation Tasting Experience is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Los Angeles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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