Event Information

Sponsored by the Japanese Government, this exclusive tasting event invites Sydneysiders to discover and experience the rich and distinctive world of Okinawan alcoholic beverages.

Held at World Square in the heart of Sydney, the event offers a rare opportunity to sample a carefully curated selection of alcoholic products from Okinawa—a subtropical island region of Japan renowned for its unique drinking culture, traditional distillation methods, and bold, refreshing flavours. Visitors can enjoy tastings while learning more about each beverage’s origins, ingredients, and cultural background.

Event Details

Okinawan Alcoholic Beverages Sampling Event
📍 World Square
644 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Ground Floor, near Helly Hansen

🗓 Dates & Times

• January 22: 4:00pm – 8:00pm
• January 23: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
• January 24: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
• January 25: 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Exhibiting Products

Attendees will be able to sample a diverse lineup of Okinawan beers, awamori, spirits, and liqueurs, including:

• Orion Beer Co., Ltd. – Orion THE DRAFT
• Orion Beer Co., Ltd. – SHOKUNIN Island Pale Ale
• Sakimoto Sake Distillery – Awamori Okinawa Hanazake Yonaguni
• Zuisen Distillery – The SHOUKAKU
• Zuisen Distillery – Zuisen Yoi no Koucha
• Seifuku Distillery – Seifuku Yuzu
• Nakijin Shuzo Brewery Co. – Nakijin IMUGE
• Higashuzo Co., Ltd. – Zanpa Shequwaser Spirits
• Higashuzo Co., Ltd. – Zanpa Highball
• Kumejima’s Kumesen Co., Ltd. – Kumejima’s Kumesen Okinawa Sio Lemon
• Yaesen Distillery, Ltd. – Yaesen BARREL

Please note: Tasting products may vary by day.

From refreshing island beers to deeply aromatic awamori and citrus-infused spirits, this lineup highlights the diversity and craftsmanship of Okinawa’s producers.

More than just a tasting, the event aims to raise awareness of Okinawa’s vibrant alcohol culture and its growing presence on the global stage.

Enquiries

For any questions regarding this event, please contact:
📩 project.team@jams.tv