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WORLD SAKE DAY | October 1 event photo

WORLD SAKE DAY | October 1

Wednesday October 1st

Seventeen years, countless pours, and one very big reason to celebrate—moto-i is turning 17 on World Sake Day! Join us for a day-long party packed with new flavors, exclusive drops, and a lot of fun in true moto-i fashion. 

WHAT’S HAPPENING?

🍶 Limited Edition Sake Release: KAIHO

We’re releasing KAIHO, a brand-new sake with a new to our brewery rice varietal, Gohyakumangoku. A super-limited Genshu version—only 20 liters available on draft and 21 available bottles to go. Once it’s gone, it’s gone!

🍜 Food Specials, One Day Only

Expect chef-driven bites built just for the occasion—exclusive, indulgent, and available only in-house on World Sake Day.

👕 Limited Edition Merch

Fresh designs for our annual merch drop—including graphic tees and stickers. Collectible. Wearable. Definitely World Sake Day approved. 

🏮 Brewery Tours

Ever wonder how the sake magic happens? From 5pm-7pm every half hour, we’re offering free tours every hour on the hour (up to 12 guests per slot). Get a behind-the-scenes look at the only sake brewery in Minnesota.

🎶 HiFi Pop-Up

The Big Boy Lounge transforms into an all-night soundscape with a HiFi DJ takeover from 7 PM – 12 AM. Free, vibey, and the perfect way to toast year 17 with us.

✨ It’s World Sake Day. It’s moto-i’s birthday. It’s a reason to drink, eat, and celebrate the only way we know how—loud, proud, and sake-fueled.

12:00 PM - 12:00 AM