The 6th World Kikisake-shi Competition 第6屆 世界唎酒師大賽
The Champion Among 60,000 Kikisake-shi Worldwide!
世界六萬名唎酒師中的最高榮耀！
The 6th World Kikisake-shi Competition attracted 282 entrants from countries around the world.
來自世界各國的 282 名選手報名參加了「第6屆 世界唎酒師大賽」
Winner of the 6th World Kikisake-shi Competition:
Ms. Feng-Yi Huang (Representative of Taiwan)!
「第6屆 世界唎酒師大賽」冠軍由 黃鳳誼（臺灣代表）奪得！
The image on the TOP page of this site contains the characters “Kikisake-shi”(唎酒師). “Kikisake-shi” is a Chinese character expression of the Japanese qualification name “Kikisake-shi”, which refers to “Sommelier of sake”.
— The Most Trusted Sake Qualification for Over 30 Years — The Kikisake-shi (Sake Sommelier) qualification is the first professional certification in Japan dedicated to sake. Established in 1991 by the Sake Service Institute (SSI), it has certified more than 50,000 professionals to date. For over three decades, Kikisake-shi has been the most widely recognized and respected credential in the sake industry.
— A Comprehensive Education in Sake Expertise — The Kikisake-shi program cultivates far more than tasting ability. It provides a structured and in-depth curriculum covering: ・The fundamentals of sake brewing ・Historical and cultural knowledge ・The influence of temperature on aroma and flavor ・The principles of food pairing ・Professional service skills to recommend the ideal sake for each guest Through this well-rounded training, Kikisake-shi professionals are fully equipped to evaluate sake accurately, communicate its qualities, and deliver exceptional hospitality.
A Global Standard — International Kikisake-shi As sake continues to gain international recognition, SSI International has expanded the program worldwide under the International Kikisake-shi certification. Today, professionals across the globe study this curriculum as a gateway to mastering sake culture and sharing it internationally.
Your Journey with Sake Begins Here
Kikisake-shi is more than a qualification. It is the first and finest entry point for those who wish to understand sake deeply, communicate its value, and inspire others. Begin your story with sake through a credential trusted for more than 30 years.
