Yoshihiro Sako
Sake Sommelier and the Director of Sake at Yuzuki Japanese Eatery, San Francisco, United States
An expert in the intricacies of sake and how to make the most of its versatility.
Who is Yoshihiro Sako?
Sake brewer and Kikisake-shi certified sake sommelier
Yoshihiro Sako is a sake sommelier and the Director of Sake at Yuzuki Japanese Eatery, in San Francisco; a restaurant renowned for using traditional methods of cooking and recipes passed down through generations.
In his role as sommelier, Yoshihiro loves sharing sake with customers as a way to introduce them to Japanese culture.
Yoshihiro teaches his staff how to recommend sake to customers and how to pair sake with a wide range of food.
In 2010 Yoshihiro received Kikisake-shi certification, and in 2015 he started home-brewing sake. He is the founder of Den Sake Brewery in Oakland.