We are a specialist retailer of fine and rare Japanese whisky, boasting the world’s largest online inventory.

We've been honored as ‘Japanese Independent Bottler of the Year’ for our exceptional whisky bottlings that celebrate Japan’s cultural heritage. Additionally, we’ve pioneered the Japanese whisky cask market, forging strong ties with distilleries to become the leading online retailer of these rare casks.

When Makiyo founded dekantā in 2015, she was driven by a belief that this exceptional spirit deserved a global stage. Today, through Makiyo’s tireless efforts, we proudly share the spirit of Japan to the world beyond its homeland, bringing this remarkable tradition to your doorstep, wherever you are.

In an industry traditionally dominated by men — where the craft, leadership, and even the consumer base have been male-centric — Makiyo’s drive to push boundaries has set herself as the leading female entrepreneur in Japanese whisky. Her journey is nothing short of remarkable.

From innovative expressions crafted by emerging distilleries to best-sellers from world-renowned brands, and even rare vintages from Japan’s legendary ghost distilleries, our uniquely curated collection offers something for every whisky lover.

Our passion for Japanese whisky shines through in our own exclusive independent bottlings of Single Malt and World Blended Whiskies — creations that have earned us the title of Independent Bottler of the Year.

This same passion drives us to collaborate with distilleries across Japan, bringing our esteemed clients the possibility to embark on their own whisky journey and become proud cask owners, savoring a dram from a cask they can truly call their own.

As your spirit matures, you'll have the exclusive opportunity to visit the distillery, craft your own independent bottling, all while assured that your cask is expertly nurtured by both our dedicated team and our esteemed distillery partners.