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Whiskey Festival 2025 in Tokyo: Exclusive Bottle Lottery Announcement

The much-anticipated Whiskey Festival 2025 in Tokyo is set to take place on December 6 and 7, 2025, at the prestigious Bellesalle Takadanobaba. As a stellar feature of this event, the Whiskey Culture Institute, led by representative Mamoru Tsuchiya, will launch a lottery for exclusive original whiskey bottles. Starting from November 5, 2025, attendees can enter for a chance to win these limited-edition bottles, with applications closing on November 17, 2025, at 5 PM. However, applicants must possess entry tickets to join this exciting lottery.

Exclusive Limited-Edition Bottles

In collaboration with four Japanese distilleries, the festival promises four unique original whiskey bottles. Each bottle will be crafted as single cask and cask strength, ensuring a rich tasting experience. Notably, three of these four bottles will feature labels from the Hyakunin Isshu Series—a celebration of classic Japanese poetry illustrated by printmaker Tomoko Watanabe.

Details of Each Bottle:

1. Shindo 2023
- Volume: 700ml
- Alcohol Content: 60%
- Barrel Type: Bourbon Barrel
- Label: Hyakunin Isshu Series 007 - Abe no Nakamaro
- Availability: 70 bottles
- Price: 20,030 JPY (including shipping and cash on delivery)

2. Yamazakura Single Cask Japanese Whiskey Azuma Peated 2020
- Volume: 700ml
- Alcohol Content: 63.2%
- Barrel Type: 1st Fill Bourbon Barrel
- Label: Hyakunin Isshu Series 008 - Kisen Hōshi
- Availability: 230 bottles
- Price: 20,030 JPY (including shipping and cash on delivery)

3. Chichibu 2015 10-Year
- Volume: 700ml
- Alcohol Content: 62%
- Barrel Type: 1st Fill Bourbon Barrel
- Label: Hyakunin Isshu Series 009 - Ono no Komachi
- Availability: 160 bottles
- Price: 28,830 JPY (including shipping and cash on delivery)

4. Akkeshi 2021 4-Year
- Volume: 700ml
- Alcohol Content: 57%
- Barrel Type: Sherry Cask
- Label: Exclusive Whiskey Festival 2025 in Tokyo Label
- Availability: 180 bottles
- Price: 37,630 JPY (including shipping and cash on delivery)

How to Enter the Lottery

To participate in the lottery, ticket holders must display their digital tickets and tap on the link provided for bottle lottery applications. Each ticket permits one application per session. For attendees who have purchased tickets for multiple sessions, they can apply for each session separately. The deadline for lottery applications is November 17, 2025, at 5 PM. Following the application period, the result of the lottery will be emailed to participants by November 20, 2025.

Important Notes:

• - Only ticket holders are eligible to apply for the lottery.
• - Each application can include a request for up to two different products at a time.
• - Payments are to be made upon receipt of the product, including shipping fees.

Event Overview

Event Name: Whiskey Festival 2025 in Tokyo
Dates: December 6 (10 AM-1:30 PM, 2:30 PM-6 PM) & December 7, 2025
Venue: Bellesalle Takadanobaba
Entry Fee: 5,000 JPY
Total Participants: 4,800 over two days
Organized by: Whiskey Culture Institute

This festival isn't just a haven for whiskey enthusiasts but also serves as a celebration of culture, heritage, and flavours of finely crafted spirits. The gathering typically features over 60 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of whiskeys and spirits, further enriched by food pairings and a festive atmosphere. With a long-standing tradition since its inception in 2007, this event has grown significantly year after year, continuing to attract whiskey fans from across the globe.

Join us for this festive exploration of whiskey at the Whiskey Festival 2025 in Tokyo. Experience the unique taste of Japanese craftsmanship, set against the backdrop of a vibrant community of spirit aficionados.

About the Whiskey Culture Institute

Founded in March 2001, the Whiskey Culture Institute aims to promote and educate people about whiskey culture. Under the leadership of whiskey critic Mamoru Tsuchiya, the institute has developed various programs and communications to support both enthusiasts and industry professionals. The institute also publishes the only dedicated whiskey magazine in Japan, Whisky Galore, and organizes various whiskey-related events, including the renowned Tokyo Whiskey & Spirits Competition (TWSC).