Certified Sake Sommelier
Issued by Sake Sommelier Association · GB
Study sake history, production, tasting and service, then pass the course exam for the association’s certificate and lapel pin.
A little more about it
The Certified Sake Sommelier course is offered by partner schools in person and through online webinars with tasting samples. Passing candidates receive the association’s certificate and pin by post. This is a separate credential from the International Kikisake-shi offered by SSI.
What this credential means
A private industry credential and protected professional designation. It does not confer an alcohol-service license or academic degree.
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What you receive
Certified Sake Sommelier
- Certified Sake Sommelier
Format: physical. The stated credential is included.
What it takes
Specific prerequisites have not been confirmed. Check the provider’s current requirements before applying.
Exam: required. Practical assessment: required.
Where you can get it
The official calendar lists upcoming courses in multiple countries, including the Netherlands on November 18–19, 2026, with online and in-person options. Sample-shipping and local alcohol rules may restrict participation.
Confirmed availability: NL, IT, US, JP, TH, AU, IN.
Worldwide eligibility has not been confirmed. Source-confirmed languages: English.
Validity & renewal
The validity period has not been confirmed. Check the provider for current terms.
Renewal requirements have not been confirmed.
Sources & verification
- Official offering at sakesommelieracademy.com Primary issuer or provider source
- Supporting source at sakesommelieracademy.com
Official course and future-events pages reviewed on 2026-10-25; exam, certificate, pin and current international study options confirmed.
Reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices, availability and requirements can change. The provider’s current terms take precedence.
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