Sake Journey Niagara

Niagara's Largest Sake Tasting Event

Masaki Sushi proudly presents Sake Journey Niagara—the first and largest sake tasting event in the Niagara region. Discover the depth and diversity of Japanese sake with over 35 varieties available for tasting and purchase, all in one immersive afternoon led by Master Sake Sommelier® Yoshi Takaoka.

The Master Sake Sommelier designation is the world's highest sake sommelier qualification, representing the pinnacle of sake service, blind tasting expertise, and in-depth knowledge of sake production, styles, and pairing. With only 46 qualified Master Sake Sommeliers worldwide, this title is exceptionally rare, placing Yoshi Takaoka among the most accomplished sake professionals in the world.

Whether you're new to sake or a seasoned enthusiast, this event is designed to explore flavour, craftsmanship, and pairing in a relaxed and social setting. With your admission, guests will receive 18 tasting vouchers redeemable for sake tastings and select food items plus a commemorative sake tasting glass to use throughout the event. The sakes featured during the tasting will be available for purchase at special event-only pricing, exclusively on the day of the event. Additional vouchers can be purchased on-site, allowing guests to continue their journey and sample even more.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: The Royal Cambridge Banquet Hall, The Prince of Wales Hotel
Address: 29 Platoff Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, L0S 1J0
Ticket Price: $51.00 per person, plus taxes*
Vouchers: Additional vouchers can be purchased at the event in sets of 5 for $15.00 plus taxes

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of sake culture, flavour, and discovery—right here in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

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*Plus taxes. Offer is capacity controlled. Event tickets are non-refundable once purchased.

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Awesome Sushi!
Fresh. Well presented. Great service. We will be back!! I haven't had sushi this good in a very long time. Our new go-to restaurant.
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Absolutely Phenomenal!
Was absolutely blown away with the quality of the sushi! Unbelievably good. Definitely would highly recommend to anyone planning dinner in NOTL with friends, families or couples.
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New Japanese Gem in NOTL!
Great little Japanese restaurant, which recently opened in NOTL. Food great. Service excellent. Friendly staff. Well worth a trip.
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Watching Chef Seong I L Lee work, it's like watching a mix of an artist and an engineer, everything is so precise yet passionate.
Nic McCabe
Chef Seong I L Lee uses such an amazing array of the freshest seafood you can find in Southern Ontario.
Chef Ti
I've spent my whole life avoiding sushi, just never appealed to me but they put it in front of me and it's insane how good it was!
Joe
Having had quite a bit of Chef Seong I L Lee's cuisine I can say that his knowledge of Japanese cuisine is truly impressive. From his exceptional knife skills, high standards of preparation, to the artful elegance of his dishes, true lovers of world cuisine will have yet another reason to come to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Carlo Robazza
For Chef Seong I L Lee it seems to be all about the food! His food is so fresh, authentic and as real as it can get! I have tasted his fresh perfect fish served with rice that is seasoned and cooked like it was a science. It is a mind blowing culinary experience to sit at the Sushi bar and watch his knife skills. What a great talent and addition to the NOTL culinary Scene!!!
Paul MacIntyre