Dear Valued Guests,
THE GALLERY by Odo is delighted to announce the thirteenth installment of our signature “Izakaya Night” with a special return of Urakasumi Sake Brewery—taking place across two consecutive evenings in October.
Following the overwhelming popularity of our previous collaborations, which sold out almost immediately, we are honored to welcome Urakasumi back for an encore celebration of sake and Japanese culinary culture.
This time, the event will unfold at two Odo destinations in New York:
• Thursday, October 28th, 2026 – THE GALLERY by Odo
• Friday, October 29th – Odo East Village
“Izakaya Night” is a special event where our team curates an evening of exceptional Japanese sake alongside original dishes created by Chef Hiroki Odo and his team. Each installment celebrates craftsmanship, terroir, and the convivial spirit of Japan’s izakaya culture.
We are proud to once again feature Urakasumi Sake Brewery (Saura Co., Ltd.) from Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture. Founded in 1724, Urakasumi is one of Japan’s most revered breweries and is known for producing the sacred “Omiki” sake offered to the historic Shiogama Shrine. Today, under the leadership of the 13th-generation owner Mr. Koichi Saura, the brewery continues to craft elegant and balanced sake that expresses the character of Miyagi’s coastal terroir.
For this special collaboration, guests will enjoy a curated lineup of Urakasumi’s celebrated sake:
● Urakasumi Junmai – A flexible and complex junmai offering balanced umami, gentle sweetness, and toasted nut aromas. Delightful both chilled and warm.
● Urakasumi Zen Junmai Ginjo – The brewery’s iconic 1973 release, celebrated for its soft melon aroma, creamy texture, and harmony of flavor.
● Urakasumi M Junmai Daiginjo – Delicate tropical fruit aromas with floral and apple notes are complemented by hints of steamed rice. It is rich and smooth with complex umami flavours and a dry finish.
● Urakasumi M Black Label Junmai Daiginjo – A limited-edition masterpiece aged for four years using only the heart of the sake mash; refined and delicately layered.
● Heaven Sake Urakasumi Junmai Daiginjo – A beautifully balanced sake assemblage created by HEAVENSAKE in collaboration with Urakasumi Brewery.
● Heaven Hiyaoroshi – Subtle fruity aromas reminiscent of melon and grape. Savory notes of peanut and almond, accompanied by the sweet scent of fine rice flour. A refined hiyaoroshi autumn-released sake featuring a harmonious balance of gentle sweetness, crisp acidity, a smooth mouthfeel, and a mellow, rich flavor profile.
To complement these sakes, Chef Odo and his culinary team will present seasonal dishes designed to highlight the subtlety and layered flavors of Urakasumi—drawing inspiration from the sea and land of Miyagi.
• ABURI GYUTAN - seared beef tongue, nanban miso
• EBI WONTAN RAMEN - chicken soup, shrimp wonton,
• HOUSEMADE HAM - house-cured pork ham, carrot, fig, honey nut sauce
• WAFU OROSHI HAMBURGER STEAK - beef & pork patty, grated daikon, ponzu, chive, shiso flower
• KARASUMI ZUNDA MOCHI - mullet roe, edamame
• BLUE CHEESE MENCHI KATSU - panko fried beef & pork patty, blue cheese, demi-glace
Guests can experience the event in two different izakaya atmospheres:
• THE GALLERY by Odo (17 West 20th Street, New York, NY) continues its tradition of intimate, craft-focused dining where sake and cuisine meet in a curated cultural setting.
• Odo East Village (536 E 5th St, New York, NY) newly opened in February 2026, introduces a lively kaiseki izakaya concept, offering a relaxed yet refined interpretation of Japanese seasonal cuisine.
Given how quickly the previous Urakasumi night sold out, we warmly encourage guests to make reservations early before seats are gone again.
Join us for two special evenings celebrating sake, craftsmanship, and the convivial spirit of Japanese izakaya culture.
Event Details
THE GALLERY by Odo (https://www.odogallery.nyc)
● Date: Thursday, October 28th, 2026 ● Time: 5:00 pm – close
● Location: 17 West 20th Street, New York, NY 10011
● Format: À la carte
Odo East Village (https://www.odoeastvillage.nyc)
● Date: Friday, October 29th, 2026 ● Time: 5:00 pm – close
● Location: 536 East 5th Street, New York, NY 10009
● Format: À la carte
We look forward to welcoming you for another memorable Izakaya Night.
Warm regards,
THE GALLERY by Odo / Odo East Village
