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Join the Fauna 2026 Blending Event at Ikawa Distillery

Mark your calendars for May 24, 2026, as the Ikawa Distillery Fauna 2026 Blending Event is set to take place! This highly anticipated event marks the third installment of a popular collaboration, and for the first time, blending will be open for public participation.

Held at the stylish BAR FIVE Arrows, a mere 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, this hybrid event will begin at 1 PM. Attendees can participate both in-person and online, receiving a blending and tasting set beforehand to enhance their experience. The event will include live commentary from the distillers, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the art of whiskey blending directly from the experts. Participants will have the chance to sample the latest release from the Dessin Series, the peated Fauna 2026, alongside three base whiskies used in its production.

Venue and Schedule

The event will take place at BAR FIVE Arrows located in Shinjuku:

• - Date: May 24, 2026 (Sunday)
• - Doors Open: 12:30 PM
• - Seminar: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Live streaming available)
• - After Party: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• - Closing: 4:15 PM (Guests must leave by this time)

Limited to 25 attendees at the venue, and 100 online participants, tickets for the event will be on sale until May 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Don’t miss this rare chance to delve into the enchantment of Ikawa Distillery and savor their exceptional offerings.

Participating Costs

• - In-Person Ticket: ¥10,000 (Includes a welcome highball, blending and tasting experience, plus unlimited drinks at the after party)
• - Online Ticket: ¥5,000 (Includes seminar access and a blending & tasting set shipped to you)

Ikawa Distillery: A Hidden Gem

Situated about four hours from Shizuoka Station, Ikawa Distillery is located at an elevation of 1,200 meters in a national park, adding to its charm as Japan's