Why You Should Visit
A large-scale whisky event held annually in Kobe every April. Enjoy tasting booths from domestic and international brands, along with seminars by makers and experts. With programs suited for both beginners and enthusiasts, it's a full day of whisky discovery at KIITO near Kobe's waterfront.
Essentials
- location
- KIITO Design & Creative Center Kobe, 1-4 Onohamamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe
- period
- April 19, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 11:00〜17:00（最終入場16:30）
- cost
- Advance tickets only. Standard: ¥5,000 / With original glass strap: ¥5,500. Age 20+ only.
- access
- Approx. 15 minutes walk from JR/Hanshin Motomachi Station. Approx. 5 minutes from Port Liner Bōeki Center Station.
- REGISTRATION
- Advance tickets only: https://whiskyharbourkobe.com/ticket/
- NOTE
- Advance tickets only — no door sales. No refunds or reissues. No entry for anyone under 20, including infants, even with a guardian. No cars, motorcycles, or bicycles. No cloakroom or coin lockers. Outside food and drinks not permitted (water excepted).
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