If you’re a fan of Japanese whisky, mark your calendar for August 22. Kyoto’s annual Whisky Messe showcases an impressive range of spirits across more than 100 booths set up by global and Japanese producers and distilleries. Expect free tastings, event-exclusive whiskies, opportunities to purchase your favourite bottles, and even a charity auction.
Different exhibitors will be featured across the two sessions, which run from 10am to 1.30pm and 2.30pm to 6pm respectively. There are also optional add-ons you can purchase to enrich your experience, including tickets for whisky seminars by industry experts and the right to partake in special tastings of rare whiskies.
Tickets can be purchased in advance for ¥4,500 for the first or second session, or on the door for ¥5,000. All-day tickets that cover both sessions are available too; these cost ¥8,000 and can also be purchased online before your visit.