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SUMMARY:Kominka Preservation Alliance Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging evening as we explore the beauty\, history\, and craftsmanship of Japan’s traditional wooden architecture. Learn how these remarkable structures are built\, why they are disappearing\, and the creative ways they are being preserved and reimagined for future generations.\n\nJapan’s kominka (traditional farmhouses)\, kura (storehouses)\, and other heritage wooden structures represent centuries of craftsmanship\, local culture\, and community life. Yet many of these architectural treasures face demolition due to depopulation\, changing lifestyles\, and economic pressures. In this seminar\, members of the Kominka Preservation Alliance will explore:\n\nThe history\, cultural significance\, and unique architecture of kominka\nTraditional materials and time-tested building methods\nCurrent challenges and preservation efforts in Japan\nExperiences of living and working in a rural kominka\nCreative reuse in Japan and abroad – from homes to guesthouses and cultural spaces\nStories of relocating and restoring kominka and kura storehouses\nPractical ways for individuals and communities to get involved\n\nThis seminar welcomes anyone with an interest in Japan’s culture and heritage — from traditional architecture and craft to rural life and community revitalization. It will offer both inspiration and practical insights into the preservation and creative reuse of Japan’s historic wooden structures.\n\n\n\nkominkapreservationalliance.com | contact@kominkapreservationalliance.com\nThe Kominka Preservation Alliance:Kominka Collective | Toda Komuten | Kominka North America | Minka Preservation Society\n\nWe thank our sponsor\, Shinshiro City\, for their generous support.
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LOCATION:RESOBOX\, 91 E 3rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Zen Kokyū & Shojin Ryori: Mindful Breathing & Shiitake Tasting
DESCRIPTION:In this special collaboration event\, learn the techniques behind Zen Kokyū\, and taste the traditional monastic cooking of Shojin Ryori.
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LOCATION:RESOBOX\, 91 E 3rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Niigata Food & Craft Trade Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Niigata Food & Craft Trade Fair is a B2B-only event dedicated to introducing the finest specialties of Japan’s Niigata Prefecture to the New York market. This fair aims to promote awareness and expand the presence of Niigata’s premium products among professionals in the food and hospitality industries. \nExclusively open to restaurants\, supermarkets\, distributors\, and other trade representatives\, the event highlights the exceptional quality\, craftsmanship\, and tradition that Niigata is known for. \nExhibits include a diverse range of Niigata’s renowned products such as premium rice\, Japanese pears\, wagyu beef\, rice crackers\, traditional tableware\, cooking pots\, and artisanal crafts. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore authentic Japanese food and craft culture directly with producers and artisans. \n  \nKitchoraku – Rice \nKitchoraku specializes in premium rice cultivation and distribution\, with a strong focus on preserving the authentic taste and quality of Niigata rice. Located in the snowy region of Minamiuonuma\, the company harnesses the natural cold and humidity of snow storage to enhance rice freshness and flavor. \n \nWebsite: https://kichorak.com/english/ \n\nNiigata Nosho – Rice \nNiigata Nosho is a well-established rice producer and distributor based in Niigata Prefecture\, known for cultivating premium rice varieties. The company emphasizes transparency in its supply chain\, ensuring that customers can see “the face of the farmer\,” by sourcing rice directly from carefully selected farms. \n \nWebsite (Japanese): https://www.niigata-nosho.com \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/niigata_nosho \n\nSakura Seika – Rice Crackers \nSakura Seika’s mission is to deliver the authentic taste of “Niigata’s rice crackers”—linking rice farmers and tradition with consumers via high quality\, carefully crafted rice confectioneries. They strive to preserve traditional flavors\, emphasize the natural goodness of rice\, and produce items that bring comfort and happiness. \n \nWebsite (Japanese): https://www.sakura-do.jp/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sakura.do.niigata_japan \n\nSoju – Fruit \nSoju is an agricultural production company located in Sanjō\, Niigata Prefecture. The company is formed by a group of orchardists and farmers committed to producing high-quality fruits and agricultural products with a strong emphasis on safety\, traceability\, and innovation. \n \nWebsite (Japanese): https://www.soju.jp/ \n\nUoshoku – Wagyu \nFounded in 1967 in Niigata\, Uoshoku Co.\, Ltd. is a trusted producer and distributor of premium meat products. Our specialty lies in the unique “Yukimuro” snow-aging method\, a traditional technique that uses natural snow cellars to create a stable environment of low temperature and high humidity. This process enhances tenderness\, sweetness\, and umami\, delivering meat of exceptional quality and flavor. \n \nWebsite: https://www.uoshoku.co.jp/en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/uoshoku \n\nARTiSAN – Metalware & Laquerware \nLocated in Tsubame City\, one of Japan’s foremost hubs for metal craftsmanship\, ARTiSAN is committed to blending time-honored techniques with modern design and innovation. The company develops and produces handcrafted metalware and lacquered products\, emphasizing both tradition and originality. \n \nWebsite: https://artisan-web.jp/english/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artisan_official2017 \n\nKanda – Cookware \nKanda aims to be a trusted provider of professional cookware and kitchen equipment\, with a particular focus on supporting the Chinese cuisine and restaurant sector. The company aspires to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality and to expand its footprint both domestically and internationally\, providing reliable\, high-quality tools to chefs and foodservice operators. \n \nWebsite: https://www.kankuma.co.jp/en \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kanda_kitchen_supply \n\nMarunao – Tableware \nMarunao began as a sculpting enterprise focused on temple and shrine ornamentation in Sanjō. Over time\, leveraging its deep craftsmanship in wood carving\, the company expanded into the production of high-quality tableware and utensils\, particularly chopsticks and spoons. \n \nWebsite: https://www.marunao.com/cms_en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marunao_japan \n\nOominato Bunkichi Shoten – Woodwork & Fiber Arts \nOominato Bunkichi Shoten is a distinguished traditional crafts company with over 100 years of history\, specializing in wood-and-paper arts from Niigata. Since its founding in the early Meiji period by the first generation Oominato Bunkichi Shoten\, the business has evolved from producing shibugami (persimmon-tannin treated paper for decorative arts) to manufacturing and wholesaling folding screens (byōbu)\, decorative partitions\, furniture\, and intricate wood-lattice (kumiko) work. \nIn the mid-20th century\, the company expanded its design range beyond purely Japanese styles\, incorporating hybrid Japanese-Western aesthetics into its folding screens and partitions\, as well as broadening their lineup to include a diverse range of interior furnishings. Since 2005 (Heisei 17)\, Oominato Bunkichi Shoten has participated in the “100-Year Stories” brand initiative to promote its work to overseas markets\, combining tradition with modern artistic vision. \n \nWebsite (Japanese): https://www.oominatobunkichi.com/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnyworks369 \n\nTsuboe – Metal Tools \nTsuboe is a specialist manufacturer in Niigata\, Japan\, dedicated to producing high-quality metal graters (oroshigane) and related tools. Their craftsmanship spans more than a century\, preserving traditional techniques such as honmetate sharpening (hand-or machine-assisted sharpening of each grater blade) in concert with modern processes. \n \nWebsite: https://en.tsuboe.co.jp/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsuboe1907 \n\nYoshikawa – Kitchenware & Tableware \nBased in Tsubame City\, Niigata—renowned for its metalworking heritage—Yoshikawa Co.\, Ltd. produces high-quality kitchenware and tableware that blend functionality\, durability\, and refined design. Our product lines include stainless-steel cookware\, tea utensils\, and signature collections such as aikata\, EA to CO\, Migakiya Syndicate\, and Gōgi.\nWith a focus on precision craftsmanship and everyday usability\, Yoshikawa strives to create products that enrich daily life and reflect Japan’s tradition of excellence. By combining innovative design with trusted quality\, we continue to share Niigata’s culinary and craft culture with customers in Japan and abroad. \n \nWebsite: https://www.yoshikawa-lifestyle.com/en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoshikawa_kitchen
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LOCATION:RESOBOX\, 91 E 3rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Niigata Japanese Sake Trade Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Niigata Sake Trade Fair is a B2B-exclusive event dedicated to introducing the finest sake from Japan’s Niigata Prefecture to the New York market. Renowned as one of Japan’s leading sake-producing regions\, Niigata is celebrated for its pristine water\, high-quality rice\, and centuries of brewing expertise. \nThis trade fair provides a professional platform for restaurants\, distributors\, importers\, and retailers to discover a curated selection of premium Niigata sake. Exhibitors will showcase a wide range of labels that embody the region’s craftsmanship\, authenticity\, and refined taste. \nBy bringing together Niigata brewers and industry professionals\, the event aims to expand the presence of Niigata sake in the U.S. market\, foster new business relationships\, and create opportunities for direct trade discussions. \n\nAsahi Shuzo \nBased in Nagaoka City\, Niigata Prefecture\, Asahi-Shuzo Sake Brewing Co.\, Ltd. is a distinguished sake brewery founded in 1830. Nestled in the rich natural environment of Niigata\, the company draws upon pristine local water and premium sake rice to create sakes renowned for their clarity\, crispness\, and refined flavor. \nOperating under the flagship brand “Kubota\,” Asahi-Shuzo has long adhered to a “quality first” philosophy\, investing in rice cultivation (including proprietary work with local farmers) and blending traditional craftsmanship with modern brewing techniques. \nThe brewery is celebrated for its “tanrei karakuchi” style—light\, dry\, crisp sake that pairs well with food and suits modern tastes. \nAsahi-Shuzo also values community and nature\, engaging in sustainable practices and maintaining close relationships with local producers. Its portfolio of sake offerings\, and its global presence under Kubota\, reflect a commitment to sharing Niigata’s sake tradition with both domestic and international markets. \n \nWebsite: https://www.asahi-shuzo.co.jp/global/en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/asahi_shuzo_jp \n\nHakkai Jyozo \nFounded in 1922 in Minami Uonuma\, Niigata Prefecture\, Hakkaisan Brewery Co.\, Ltd. has been producing premium sake for over a century. Blessed with pure Raiden spring water and Niigata’s ideal climate\, we craft sake that is clean\, balanced\, and food-friendly\, embodying the refined “tanrei karakuchi” style. \nOur portfolio includes not only Hakkaisan sake but also shochu\, plum wine\, amazake\, and craft beer under the “Rydeen Beer” brand. Guided by a philosophy of quality\, dignity\, and accessibility\, we strive to share the taste of Niigata’s natural blessings with both domestic and international markets. \n \nWebsite: https://www.hakkaisan.co.jp/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hakkaisan_1922 \n\nKikusui Shuzo \nFounded in 1881 in Shibata\, Niigata Prefecture\, Kikusui Sake Co.\, Ltd. has been crafting sake for over 140 years. Using Niigata’s pure water and premium rice\, we produce a wide range of sakes\, from junmai ginjo to our pioneering “Funaguchi” series of fresh\, unpasteurized sake. Beyond brewing\, we share sake culture through the Kikusui Kura Garden\, offering tastings and cultural experiences. Committed to quality and innovation\, Kikusui continues to bring the authentic taste and tradition of Niigata sake to both Japanese and international markets. \n \nWebsite: https://kikusui-sake.com/home/en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kikusui_pr \n\nKiminoi Shuzo \nFounded in 1842 in Myōkō\, Niigata Prefecture\, Kiminoi Shuzo Co.\, Ltd. is a historic sake brewery renowned for its use of the traditional Yamahai brewing method. Surrounded by heavy snow and pristine spring water\, we craft sake with depth\, richness\, and elegant umami. Our portfolio includes junmai and ginjo labels\, notably the “Emperor’s Well” series\, celebrated for balance and character. By combining heritage techniques with modern standards\, Kiminoi continues to honor Niigata’s sake culture while delivering authentic Japanese sake to both domestic and international markets. \n \nWebsite: http://www.kiminoi.com/en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiminoi.myoko \n\nKirinzan Shuzo \nFounded in 1843\, Kirinzan Shuzo Co.\, Ltd. is a seventh-generation sake brewery located in Aga\, Niigata Prefecture. Surrounded by forests and nourished by the pure waters of the Tokonami River\, we produce sake that embodies the elegant “tanrei karakuchi” style—crisp\, dry\, and food-friendly. \nWe use 100% locally grown rice\, working closely with regional farmers to ensure quality and traceability. Our portfolio ranges from classic table sake to premium junmai ginjo and daiginjo\, reflecting Niigata’s terroir. Committed to sustainability\, Kirinzan also invests in reforestation and environmental initiatives\, striving to preserve the land that sustains our brewing. \n \nWebsite: https://kirinzan.co.jp/en/ \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirinzan \n\nYoshinogawa \nFounded in 1548\, Yoshinogawa Co.\, Ltd. is the oldest sake brewery in Niigata Prefecture\, with more than 470 years of history. Located in Nagaoka City\, the brewery is blessed with crystal-clear groundwater from the Echigo mountains and premium local rice. \nOur sake embodies Niigata’s signature tanrei karakuchi style—light\, crisp\, and refined—crafted through a balance of time-honored techniques and modern brewing innovation. Yoshinogawa’s portfolio ranges from classic junmai to premium daiginjo\, reflecting both tradition and creativity. \nWith centuries of experience and a commitment to quality\, Yoshinogawa continues to share Niigata’s rich sake culture with Japan and the world. \n \nWebsite: https://yosinogawa.co.jp/english.php \nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sake_yosinogawa
URL:https://resobox.com/event/the-niigata-japanese-sake-trade-fair/
LOCATION:RESOBOX\, 91 E 3rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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