The Chichibu Whisky Festival is an event for whisky fans, by whisky fans. Head over to taste the rich depths of whiskies brewed around the country at this gigantic exhibition.
What to expect
This annual festival is run by volunteer whisky lovers and showcases the passion of makers around Japan. Bars and brewers, both Japanese and international, offer tastings of their favorite unique brews. Check out everything from classics done right to wild and wicked flavored whiskies. For one afternoon, you can try, buy, and lose yourself in a whisky wonderland.
Tickets
Tickets for the event will set you back ¥5,500 in advance. People in Japan can purchase them through Eplus, whereas overseas visitors have another dedicated site to buy from.
Unfortunately, tickets to the festival are currently sold out.
How to get there
The Chichibu Whisky Festival will be held at Chichibu Shrine. The shrine is about a 15-minute walk from Seibu-Chichibu Station, which you can get to by taking the Seibu Ikebukuro Line from Ikebukuro Station. The trip will take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Add to Calendar
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Adults:
Advance sales: ¥5,500