Maesawa Wagyu Beef & Premium Sake Pairing Seminar and Dinner

​*In-person program

​Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the extraordinary flavors of one of Japan’s most prized and rare wagyu varieties, Maesawa beef, expertly paired with premium sake. Raised in limited quantities in Oshu, Iwate (also the hometown of Shohei Ohtani), Maesawa beef is nurtured in a low-stress environment and fed high-quality local rice straw, producing exceptional marbling and a refined, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

​This multi-course experience features a variety of cuts and preparations, from elegant small bites to more substantial dishes such as sliders and barbecue. Each course is thoughtfully paired with premium Japanese sake sourced from the same region in Iwate, highlighting the nuanced harmony between local beef and brews.

​More than a tasting, this evening offers a guided, educational journey alongside a generous dinner designed to satisfy both curiosity and appetite. Whether you are a seasoned wagyu enthusiast, a sake aficionado, or simply eager to explore the depth of Japanese culinary culture, this event promises a rich and memorable experience.

​大谷選手を生み出した岩手奥州の極上の前沢牛と銘酒を、味わう特別な一夜。日本が誇る希少な和牛「前沢牛」を、多彩な料理でご堪能いただきながら、岩手産のプレミアム日本酒とのペアリングを楽しむセミナー＆ビュッフェディナーです。前沢牛の魅力や酒との相性についてもご紹介し、味わうだけではない、知的で贅沢な食体験をお届けします。

​Date & Time: 
Friday, June 12th from 7:00 PM

​Location: Bacchus Wine & Spirits | 25 Hillcrest Blvd, Millbrae, CA 94030

​Parking: Public parking is available nearby, along with street parking (free after 6pm).

​Tickets:
Non Members: $80
Members: $75
Members get $5 off with code — join membership for the discount. See member info for details- www.usajapan.org/join-us-support/individual-membership/. If you’re not sure you’re a member, contact [email protected].

​Agenda:
6:30 PM Doors Open

​7:00-7:05 PM Opening Remarks – Deidre Foley | Program Manager, Japan Society of Northern California

​7:05-7:20 PM Introduction of Sake

• ​Eduardo Dingler | Sake Ambassador; VP of Wine, Wine Access

• ​Richard Bischoff | Vice President of Business Development, Suzuki Marketing

​7:20-7:35 PM First beef & sake pairings (2)

​7:35-7:55 PM Sake and Beef Pairing Basics – Eduardo Dingler | Sake Ambassador; VP of Wine, Wine Access

​7:55-8:25 PM Second beef & sake pairings (2) plus dessert

​8:25 PM Introducing Chef Yusuke Konno – Suzuki Marketing

​8:30 PM Closing Remarks – Quinton Jay | Bacchus Wine & Spirits