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Whisky Festival 2026 in Tokyo: Your Ticket to Whisky Paradise

On August 26, 2026, a remarkable event will unfold in the heart of Tokyo as the "Whisky Festival 2026 in Tokyo" is set to take place at the Tokyo International Forum. Tickets for this grand whisky tasting event will be available starting at noon, providing whisky enthusiasts with the chance to experience a world of flavours and knowledge.

Event Overview

The festival will run for two days, November 6-7, 2026, with attendees experiencing premium night tastings and engaging seminars led by industry experts. This year’s festival promises to showcase over 120 exhibitors, making it one of the biggest whisky events in Asia.

Schedule and Tickets

Tickets are available via the digital ticket system, "CLOUD PASS". General sales for the festival will begin on August 26, with members of the Whisky Culture Institute having the exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets starting August 19. Each member can buy a limited number of tickets during the priority sale.

• - Premium Night: November 6, 2026, 17:00 to 19:30
• - Main Festival: November 7, with two sessions:

- First Session: 10:00 to 13:30
- Second Session: 14:30 to 18:00

Each session will welcome up to 2,200 attendees, and participants can switch between sessions by exiting and re-entering, following the complete entry process each time.

Tasting Seminars

One of the highlights of the festival will be the specialized tasting seminars showcasing Japan's whisky industry’s leading blenders. These seminars will feature five engaging courses held throughout the day:

1. Nikka Whisky's 90 Years of Crafting
- Time: 10:45 - 11:45
- Instructor: Hiromi Ozaki, Senior Blender at Nikka Whisky
- Fee: 5,000 yen

2. The Art of Yamazaki - Spanish Oak
- Time: 12:00 - 13:00
- Instructor: Shinji Fukuyo, Chief Blender at Suntory
- Fee: 5,000 yen

3. Unveiling Akkeshi Terroir
- Time: 14:00 - 15:00
- Instructor: Takuya Iwahashi from Akkeshi Distillery
- Fee: 5,000 yen

4. KANOSUKE: Next Generation Japanese Whisky
- Time: 15:15 - 16:15
- Instructor: Yoshitsugu Komasa, Founder of Komasa Jyozo
- Fee: 5,000 yen

5. Floor Malting Dreams in Chichibu
- Time: 16:30 - 17:30
- Instructors: Yumi Yoshikawa and Yutaro Kobayashi from Venture Whisky
- Fee: 5,000 yen

Please note that attendance at each seminar requires a ticket for one of the main sessions.

Exclusive Bottles

The festival will also feature limited edition bottles available exclusively to attendees. These special selections will be carefully curated by whisky critics, ensuring that every bottle represents the highest quality of Japanese whisky craftsmanship. Interested participants must purchase entrance tickets to order these exclusive bottles.

About the Organizers

The Whisky Culture Institute, led by renowned whisky critic Tsuchiya Mamoru, is dedicated to promoting and spreading awareness about whisky culture in Japan. Founded in 2001, the institute has been instrumental in organizing successful events like the Whisky Festival and publishing the only dedicated whisky magazine in Japan, "Whisky Galore."

Join us this November in Tokyo to celebrate the rich culture of whisky and indulge in a tasting experience like no other. Make sure to grab your tickets early for a chance to taste, learn, and connect with fellow whisky enthusiasts!