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THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA x Bacardi Japan

Produced by Shinya Totsuka, Executive Bar Director THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA, The Session is a one-night-only collaboration event featuring renowned top bartenders. This 20th edition is a special event celebrating the 5th anniversary of the opening of THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA. Bacardi Japan Whisky Ambassador Noma Shingo has been invited to participate. This is a rare opportunity to sample the unique, balanced and delicate flavors of Noma, who has won numerous awards in cocktail competitions. Don't miss it!

[Guest Bartender] Profile of Shingo Noma

Owner and bartender of "The Bar TopNote"
The first and only Hiroshima location to be selected for "The World's 50 Best Discoveries."
Born in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, he gained experience working in authentic bars and hotel bars in his hometown of Hiroshima before going independent in 2013. He currently operates four bars and a tea specialty store in Hiroshima City. He is an active participant in cocktail tournaments and competitions both in Japan and abroad, and has won numerous awards. His bartending, which specializes in classic twists, produces balanced and delicate flavors, and is highly regarded by a wide range of people, receiving offers to serve as a guest bartender not only in Japan but also overseas. He also became interested in the similarities between cocktails and tea, and has worked as a tea advisor. He has planned and held collaborative events that transcend the boundaries of both genres, which have been met with great acclaim. While respecting tradition, he is committed to developing bar culture and tea culture with innovation, and to nurturing the next generation.