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October 4-5, 2026

Kampai Montréal — Japanese Sake Festival

Kampai Montréal Festival du Saké

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE DIVERSITY
OF JAPANESE SAKE!

JEAN-TALON MARKET
2ND FLOOR — SALLE PANORAMA
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Back for a Highly Anticipated Edition

A unique immersion into the culture of Japanese Sake

Following its last edition in 2023, Kampai Montréal, the Sake Festival returns for a highly anticipated edition this coming October 4 and 5, at Salle Panorama on the 2nd floor of Jean-Talon Market. Over two days, the festival will bring together enthusiasts, gastronomes, industry professionals, and curious newcomers around a beverage that is still largely undiscovered: Japanese sake.

Around ten exhibitors will gather to showcase an impressive selection of 150 sakes and share their passion with visitors. This is the ideal opportunity to discover that sake is far from a single expression: it offers an extraordinary diversity of styles, aromas, textures, and profiles, with surprisingly versatile food pairing possibilities.

Two Days of Tasting

Choose the ideal day for your visit
General Public
Sunday, October 4
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM — For all enthusiasts, culinary lovers, and curious minds.
Professionals
Monday, October 5
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM — Reserved exclusively for restaurant & hospitality professionals.

Sunday, October 4 | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM — General Public

A full day dedicated to food and wine enthusiasts, culinary connoisseurs, and curious visitors eager to discover or deepen their appreciation of sake. Explore the exhibitor tables, speak directly with sommeliers and brewers, and attend guided workshops!

Packages for Every Level

Curate your personal tasting journey

Discovery

$35 + taxes / ticket
  • 1 Official tasting glass
  • 10 Tasting coupons
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Connoisseur

$80 + taxes / ticket
  • 1 Official tasting glass
  • 30 Tasting coupons
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Need extra coupons on site?

10 additional tasting coupons to explore even more exceptional cuvées and rare sakes.

$25 + taxes

Don’t Miss Our Tasting Workshops

Deepen your knowledge with renowned certified experts

Japanese Sake Appellations

BC
Benoît Champagne

Nijikai Saké

Sun. Oct. 4
11:30 AM 2:00 PM (Sold Out)
Mon. Oct. 5
1:30 PM

In this workshop, Benoît Champagne will explain the various categories of Japanese sake and provide attendees with a clear understanding of how classification impacts the flavour profile and value of each style. The presentation includes a guided tasting of three premium sakes.
Certifications: WSET Sake 3, Sake Professional, Sake Scholar.

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Oct. 4 — 11:30 AM
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Sake & Food Pairings for Your Table

KF
Kuniko Fujita

Madame Saké in Québec

Sun. Oct. 4
12:45 PM (Sold Out) 3:15 PM (Sold Out)
Mon. Oct. 5
2:45 PM

Explore the exceptional gastronomic versatility of sake and learn how to create harmonious pairings, from Asian cuisine to local Québec terroir. An inspiring tasting experience complete with practical advice for pairing sake with everyday and celebratory dining.
Certifications: Certified Sakeology Educator (Sake Academy Tokyo), Certified Nihonshu Navigator Instructor (SSI, Tokyo), International Sake Sommelier, Member of sake competition juries in Japan.

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SAKE DISCOVERY CANADA 2026

Tastings & Pairings Across Montreal Restaurants
Throughout October

The sake celebration continues throughout October in several Montreal restaurants offering tasting experiences or pairings with their menu.

Discover Participating Restaurants

JEAN-TALON MARKET

2ND FLOOR — SALLE PANORAMA

  • 7070 Henri-Julien Avenue, Montreal, QC H2S 3S3
  • Sunday, October 4 (11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
    Monday, October 5 (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
  • Convenient access by metro (Jean-Talon or De Castelnau stations) & on-site parking
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