On March 22, 2026, we will host a special seminar at BAR Shinkai featuring Mr. Katsuyuki Tatsuzaki, Director of the Akkeshi Distillery. The event will consist of three parts: an “Akkeshi Distillery Seminar & Tasting,” “Food Pairing,” and a “Fan Meet-and-Greet.”

This is a rare opportunity to learn about the philosophy, background, and depth of flavor of Akkeshi Whisky directly from the master distiller himself and to taste it firsthand.

This event features a triple program spanning a full five hours. a seminar, food pairing, and a fan meet-and-greet.

-Akkeshi Distillery × BAR Shinkai Fan Meeting-
‘The 1st Akkeshi Whisky Food Pairing Seminar’
Event Overview

Date & Time

Sunday, March 22, 2026 Doors Open: 3:30 PM Start: 4:00 PM Scheduled End: 9:00 PM

Venue

Shibadaimon BAR Shinkai
105-0012
Yamaguchi Building 6F, 2-1-2 Shibadaimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
https://maps.app.goo.gl/j27zYN6SWT9rvNv28

Capacity & Participation Fee

Capacity: 15 people
Participation Fee: ¥15,000 (tax included)

*Seating is limited. Registration will close once capacity is reached.

 How to Apply

Please apply via the ticket site below.
https://barshinkai-akkeshi-seminar.peatix.com/view

Event Details

This seminar will be held in three parts.

Part 1: Akkeshi Distillery Seminar & Tasting(4:00 PM – 5:30 PM)

Learn about the philosophy behind whisky making, the aging environment, and the flavor characteristics of Akkeshi Whisky, including the latest information from the distillery.
We will also conduct a tasting of five types of Akkeshi Whisky.

Instructor
Head of Whisky Division, Kenten Jitsugyo Co., Ltd.
Mr. Katsuyuki Tatsuzaki

Part 2: Food Pairing(5:30 PM – 7:30 PM)

Enjoy a five-course meal featuring Hokkaido ingredients, paired with Akkeshi Whisky.

Pairing Menu

① Hokkaido Octopus and Furano Melon Jelly Carpaccio
② Akkeshi Oyster Kombu Roll
③ Smoked Hokke with Cullen Skink
④ Roasted Ezo Deer with Haskap & Raspberry Sauce
⑤ Chestnut Monaka and Homemade Premium Milk Ice Cream with Oyster Salt

※Menu items are subject to change on the day.
※The pairing Akkeshi Whisky and serving style will be announced on the day.

Part 3: Fan Meet & Greet(7:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

An exchange event with staff from the Akkeshi Distillery, members of BAR Shinkai, and all participants.
Enjoy a relaxed time where you can ask questions directly to the makers.

Whether you’re already an Akkeshi Whisky fan or simply wish to learn more, we’re confident you’ll find this event rewarding.

We sincerely look forward to your participation.