Sakaya NYC's First Sake Shop, specializing in Sake & Shochu. Destination for sake enthusiasts and neophytes alike.

Our goal is as simple as our name ("sake shop" in Japanese), to acquaint people with, promote understanding of, and most of all foster enjoyment of premium sake and shochu. SAKAYAはNY初の日本酒地酒専門店。シンプルな店の名前と同様、みんなに純粋に日本酒を楽しんで戴きたい気持ちで店をオープンしました。SAKAYAのモットーは日本酒はみんなで楽しく飲み語り合うもの。皆様に日本酒と焼酎の味を知ってもらうよう努めてます。

Tatsuriki Yokawa-Yoneda Junmai Daiginjo with Halibut with Caper and Lemon Juice. Very classic sake compliments so nicely...
12/15/2024

Tatsuriki Yokawa-Yoneda Junmai Daiginjo with Halibut with Caper and Lemon Juice. Very classic sake compliments so nicely with simple fish dish.

Mukade Junmai Nigori with  Hot Spicy Fried Chicken. This nigori is thick but very dry, and it is perfect with the very s...
12/12/2024

Mukade Junmai Nigori with Hot Spicy Fried Chicken. This nigori is thick but very dry, and it is perfect with the very spicy fried chicken.

Kamoshibito Kuheiji Sauvage Junmai Daiginjo with Turkey Pho. Bright Sake works nicely with umami rich and lime citrusy n...
12/11/2024

Kamoshibito Kuheiji Sauvage Junmai Daiginjo with Turkey Pho. Bright Sake works nicely with umami rich and lime citrusy noodle soup.

Ine Mankai with Turnip Tortilla from  recipe. Earthy and caramelized turnip flavors are a great flavor match with the ea...
12/04/2024

Ine Mankai with Turnip Tortilla from recipe. Earthy and caramelized turnip flavors are a great flavor match with the earthiness of the ancient purple rice and subtle sweetness of the sake.

We are celebrating our 17th anniversary this week and would like to thank you for your support by inviting you to two sp...
12/03/2024

We are celebrating our 17th anniversary this week and would like to thank you for your support by inviting you to two special tastings at which the importers will pour limited edition super premium sake from their portfolios from brewers that showcase the importance of terroir in their sake.

The first will be on Thursday, 12/5 from 5-7pm. Rachel Fiekowsky will pour their sake: Akitsu Junmai Daiginjo, Yokawa Yoneda Junmai Daiginjo, and Tokubetsu Junmai Kimoto.

Ine Mankai with Roasted Turkey Dinner. Earthy  and cranberry sweet sake paired well with roasted turkey and autumn dishe...
11/29/2024

Ine Mankai with Roasted Turkey Dinner. Earthy and cranberry sweet sake paired well with roasted turkey and autumn dishes.

Hyakujuro “Red” Junmai Extra Dry with Tomato Nikujaga. The braised potato, beef, and tomato flavors with dashi is beauti...
11/27/2024

Hyakujuro “Red” Junmai Extra Dry with Tomato Nikujaga. The braised potato, beef, and tomato flavors with dashi is beautifully complemented by the sake!

Hyakujuro “ One Ten Red” Junmai Extra Dry with Cheesy Chili Crisp White Beans.  Chili spicy and white cheddar umami is  ...
11/24/2024

Hyakujuro “ One Ten Red” Junmai Extra Dry with Cheesy Chili Crisp White Beans. Chili spicy and white cheddar umami is complimented by the dry and toffee flavor hinted sake.

Kirei 92 Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu with Pressure Cooker Mushrooms and Wild Rice Soup. Umami-rich mushroom soup pairs so ...
11/22/2024

Kirei 92 Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu with Pressure Cooker Mushrooms and Wild Rice Soup. Umami-rich mushroom soup pairs so well with aged Muroka Nama genshu.

Izumibashi “Aki Tombo Rakufumai” Junmai Ginjo with Broccoli Za’atar Salad.  This recipe uses pomegranate molasses, date ...
11/21/2024

Izumibashi “Aki Tombo Rakufumai” Junmai Ginjo with Broccoli Za’atar Salad. This recipe uses pomegranate molasses, date syrup, and za’atar spice elements work with lightly earthy hiyaoroshi sake.

Ishizuchi Muroka Junmai with Seared  Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives. This sake has umami rice flavors an...
11/16/2024

Ishizuchi Muroka Junmai with Seared Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives. This sake has umami rice flavors and citrus and green kale which pairs nicely with bright olive, tomato, and chicken dish.

Chiyonosono “Sacred Power” Junmai Ginjo with Dumpling Tomato Salad with Chili Crisp Vinaigrette. There is a general maxi...
11/13/2024

Chiyonosono “Sacred Power” Junmai Ginjo with Dumpling Tomato Salad with Chili Crisp Vinaigrette. There is a general maxim that Sake should be consumed quickly after the bottle is opened. Not always true. We opened this Chiyonosono bottle 2 months ago, and we kept it in the refrigerator. We paired with this spicy dumplings and tomato dish, and the sake still good and amazing match!

Kirei 92 Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu with Crispy Sun Choke Wedges with French Lentils and Guasacaca Sauce. This Venezuelan...
11/09/2024

Kirei 92 Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu with Crispy Sun Choke Wedges with French Lentils and Guasacaca Sauce. This Venezuelan limey sauce works so well with full bodied, aged, nama Genshu.

Senkin Classic Kame-no-O Junmai Daiginjo with Tofu with Gochujang Sauce.  Umami sweet and spicy gochujang sauce pairs we...
11/07/2024

Senkin Classic Kame-no-O Junmai Daiginjo with Tofu with Gochujang Sauce. Umami sweet and spicy gochujang sauce pairs well with the aromatic, fruity, and ample-acidic Senkin sake.

Yamagata Masamune Inazo with oven-roasted “everything but the Elote seasoning blend” Kohlrabi with “Everything but the E...
11/03/2024

Yamagata Masamune Inazo with oven-roasted “everything but the Elote seasoning blend” Kohlrabi with “Everything but the Elote seasoning blend Dip.

Sharaku Junmai Ginjo with Roasted Sea Bream with Apple Cider Vinaigrette.  The sake is very melon fruity and this earthy...
10/31/2024

Sharaku Junmai Ginjo with Roasted Sea Bream with Apple Cider Vinaigrette. The sake is very melon fruity and this earthy carrots and apple cider dish works so well with light fruity sweet sake.

Hirotogawa Tokubetsu Junmai with Honey-Roasted Squash with Sage and Lime.  When this sake becomes room temperature, it g...
10/26/2024

Hirotogawa Tokubetsu Junmai with Honey-Roasted Squash with Sage and Lime. When this sake becomes room temperature, it gives more umami and acidity, and this sweet and aromatic squash and sage blends flavorfully with the sake.

Sharaku Junmai Ginjo with Chu-toro Sashimi with Black Pepper, Yuzu Kosho, and Smokey Soy Sauce. The fruity and bright sa...
10/25/2024

Sharaku Junmai Ginjo with Chu-toro Sashimi with Black Pepper, Yuzu Kosho, and Smokey Soy Sauce. The fruity and bright sake works nicely with fatty, peppery, and smoky flavors.

Address

324 E 9th Street
New York, NY
10003

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 8pm
Tuesday 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 12pm - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 7pm

Telephone

+12125057253

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