Workshop Sake & Clay- 08.10.2026

Description

Workshop Sake & Ton: The Soul of the Vessel

8 October 2026, from 6.30 pm

In Japan, it is said that a good sake only truly reveals itself in the right vessel. In this workshop, you will explore how touch, form and material can transform the enjoyment of sake – a journey in which your hands shape the form and your palate discovers its nuances.

Inspired by works by selected contemporary ceramic artists, we begin with an introduction to the world of Japanese sake ceramics. You will handle different vessels, feel the differences between them, learn about how they are made, and discover why Japanese ceramics are not merely functional, but an experience in themselves. You will then hand-build your own sake cup – a process that invites you to feel the clay, consciously choose its form, and understand the “soul” of the vessel. This is followed by a guided sake tasting with Jeanne Therre, a certified sake expert, who will draw parallels between terroir in sake and in ceramics.

Who is this workshop for? For anyone who appreciates sake and would like to experience the connection between craftsmanship, the senses and tradition. No previous experience is required – only curiosity and an open mind.

Practical Information:

• • Venue: Nautilus Projektraum, WerkBox³, Dachauer Strasse 110c, 80636 Munich
  • Date: 8 October 2026, 6.30–9.30 pm
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Price: €89 per person (including VAT, materials, tools and sake tasting)
  • Number of participants: maximum 10 people – for a calm and focused atmosphere.

Participation Information:

• • Participants must be aged 18 or over
  • Please wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty, as we will be working with clay.
  • For the sake tasting, we recommend wearing warm socks, as we will traditionally be sitting on the floor.
  • You can collect your sake cup from WerkBox³ 3–4 weeks after the event (more information will be provided during the workshop), or have it posted to you for an additional shipping fee.
  • Cancellation: Free of charge up to 7 days before the workshop; after that, you may nominate a substitute participant.
  • Liability: Use of ceramic tools and consumption of alcoholic beverages is at your own risk.
  • The invoice serves as your admission ticket and must be presented at the event.

PROGRAMME

• • A Sensory Introduction: Touch, compare and understand – how vessels shape the enjoyment of sake.
  • Creative workshop: Shape your own sake cup with clay – guided session, with room for your own ideas.
  • Tasting: Experience the terroir of Japan through a selection of different sake varieties.