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Study at your own pace with our self-learning course to become a Certified International Kikisake-shi (Sommelier of Sake) recognised by Sake Service Institute International (SSI).
As a SSI International Kikisake-shi, you will be able to give advice and recommendations to customers on how to enjoy sake, based on an abundant knowledge of sake types and their defining characteristics, sake production and its history, compatibility with food, characteristics of taste and aroma, storage and service of sake.
This online, on demand course is endorsed by the Sake Service Institute International (SSI – the largest International Kikisake-shi (Sommelier of Sake) certification organization in Japan).
*You must be age 21 or over to take this course and sit for the examination.
What is International Kikisake-shi (Sommelier of Sake)?
A certified qualification to work as a professional in the provision, sales and promotion of Sake appropriately and accurately, in a language other than Japanese.
Suitable for both sake enthusiasts and sommeliers, as well as those who work in the food and beverage service industry, restaurant service and liquor retail industry.
Course Overview
E-learning course suitable for self-study at any time and place
Total of 8 course hours covering topics below:
Essential knowledge of alcoholic beverages and palatable foods in the world
Professional knowledge of sake (characteristics, history, production methods, food pairing, storage, trends and development etc.)
Sake tasting and defining characteristics of aroma and taste
Hospitality service, attitude and protocol
Sales promotion and business management theories related to sake
Course includes official textbook “NIHONSHU-NO-MOTOI The Textbook for INTERNATIONAL KIKISAKE-SHI” (in English) from SSI International and access to video learning content (Japanese dubbed with English subtitles)
Complete the course and acquire the qualification upon passing the examination in as short as 3 months
An International Kikisake-shi collar badge and an official Certificate of Qualification issued by SSI International will be awarded upon passing the course.