Limited Seats! [Saitama/Omiya] Hanyu Distillery's Chief Blender to Speak! First Special Tasting Seminar Held at BAR Omiya Whisky Salon on June 21st (Sun)! Shizutani-en, with over 1.2 Million SNS Followers, to be a Guest!
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A special tasting seminar focusing on the charms of Hanyu Distillery, a notable craft whisky distillery born in Hanyu City, Saitama Prefecture, will be held at BAR Omiya Whisky Salon on June 21, 2026. This event is a fully reservation-based, limited to 14 participants. The seminar will feature Hanyu Distillery's Chief Blender, Mr. Hideto Shimazaki, who will explain the background of the distillery's establishment, his commitment to production, and future prospects. Additionally, Mr. Kazunori Shizutani, a Master of Whisky and a whisky influencer with over 1.2 million SNS followers, will appear as a guest, discussing the appeal and enjoyment of whisky culture. The latter half of the seminar will include a tasting session allowing participants to compare new pot, 3-year-old barrel, TONE Hanyu World Malt, and TONE Hanyu Largamente, providing a valuable opportunity to experience the transformation of raw spirit into whisky. This is the first joint event between Hanyu Distillery and Omiya Whisky Salon, with plans to share unique episodes and development secrets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where will the Hanyu Distillery Seminar be held?
A: It will be held at BAR Omiya Whisky Salon in Omiya Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture.
Q: What kind of whiskies can be tasted at the seminar?
A: Planned tastings include new pot before cask maturation, 3-year-old cask aged, TONE Hanyu World Malt, and TONE Hanyu Largamente.
Q: How can I make a reservation?
A: Reservations can be made via the event's special website reservation form, BAR Omiya Whisky Salon's official LINE account, in-store, or by phone.
Q: What are the characteristics of Hanyu Distillery?
A: Hanyu Distillery is a notable craft distillery that achieved the feat of winning all submitted items at TWSC 2026.
Q: Who is the guest, Mr. Shizutani-en?
A: He is a Master of Whisky and a whisky influencer with over 1.2 million total SNS followers.