Japanese Whisky World

Hosted by Kilara Sen.
New Episodes Friday at 8:30pm EDT.

Explore the world of Japanese Whisky by tuning into our exciting new weekly series featuring top shelf whisky, comedy, music, entertainment and more whisky.

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About the Show

Japanese Whisky World brings together guests from around the globe to explore the exciting world of Japanese Whisky.It’s the online show that gives lovers of Japanese whisky a new place to congregate and enjoy a drink together…

Japanese Whisky World is a fast-paced variety show, extending the atmosphere of an online whisky tasting among friends to a global audience of Japanese whisky and culture enthusiasts.

If hearsay is to be believed, alcohol is a tonic against viruses, and of course, laughter is always the best medicine – so our show will keep you in peak physical condition!”

– Kilara Sen

About The Host

Otherwise known as the ‘pink unicorn’, Kilara is a bilingual comedian, who has entertained crowds at comedy clubs, events and festivals, from Tokyo to New York. Viewers in Asia may recognise her from Asia’s Got Talent, or from her hosting a wide variety of events in Japan – as diverse as US Navy Friendship Day, the Yu-gi-oh World Championship and the Hanukkah Lighting Ceremony!

Series Trailer

Japanese Whisky World – Episode 12

Episode 12: Kavalan, Floating Food & Shamisen

Guests: Kaitlyn Tsai, Kyle Abbott, Su Bunjamin and Mike Bagale

Date: September 11th, 8:30pm EDT

Kaitlyn Tsai

Kavalan Distillery Brand Ambassador
http://www.kavalanwhisky.com/en

Kyle Abbott and Su Bunjamin

Masters of Shamisen
http://shamisen-musik.de/

Mike Bagale

3-Star Michelin Chef, Creator Of Floating Food & Owner Super Food Concepts

https://www.superfoodconcepts.com/

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Japanese Whisky World – Episode 11

Episode 11: Unicorn Whisky

Guests: Brad Japhe, Yoko Reikano Kimura & Kat Odell

Date: August 7th, 8:30pm EDT

Brad Japhe

Spirits, Food and Travel Writer
https://twitter.com/Braphe

Yoko Reikano Kimura

Shamisen, Koto and Voice
https://www.yokoreikanokimura.com/

Kat Odell

Author ‘Unicorn Food’

https://www.instagram.com/kat_odell/

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Japanese Whisky World – Episode 10

Episode 10: Bento You Very Much

Guests: Isamu Yoneda, Shirley Wong & Ten

Date: July 10th, 8:30pm EDT

Isamu Yoneda

Head Distiller Kiuchi Shuzo
https://kodawari.cc/en/

Shirley Wong

‘Little Miss Bento’
https://www.littlemissbento.com/

Ten

Instrumental World Music Band. Yuki (koto), Ash (Bass), and Haru (Drums)

https://www.tenvolume.com/

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Japanese Whisky World – Episode 9

Episode 9: Dram Good Fun

Guests: Khaled Dajani, JONES, Charlie Prince

Date: June 26th, 8:30pm EDT

Khaled Dajani

Owner, Nihon Whisky Lounge San Francisco

https://www.facebook.com/NihonWhiskyLounge/

JONES

Singer-Songwriter

https://thisisjones.com

Charlie Prince:

Founding Member, Drammers Club

https://drammers.com

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 8

Episode 8: Highballs & Manga

Guests: James Bowker, Friky, ELIZA

Date: June 12th, 8:30pm EDT

James Bowker

House of Suntory, UK Ambassador

https://www.instagram.com/jamesbowkerdrinks/

Friky Draws

Manga Artist

https://www.instagram.com/friky_draws/

ELIZA:

London Singer-songwriter

https://www.instagram.com/elizalovechild/

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 7

Episode 7: Whisky Collections & Shochu

Guests: Rolex Whisky, Kerri Watt, Christopher Pellegrini

Date: May 29th, 8:30pm EDT

Rolex Whisky / Gavin Linde

House of Suntory, UK Ambassador

https://www.instagram.com/rolexwhisky/

Kerri Watt:

Scottish singer-songwriter and instrumentalist

https://kerriwatt.com/

Christopher Pellegrini

Shochu Expert

https://twitter.com/ChrisPellegrini

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 6

Episode 6: Suntory & Sake

Guests: James Bowker, Gabriella Cilmi, John Gauntner

Date: May 15th, 8:30pm EDT

James Bowker

House of Suntory, UK Ambassador

https://www.instagram.com/jamesbowkerdrinks/

Gabriella Cilmi:

Australia Singer-Songwriter

https://www.instagram.com/gabriellacilmi/

John Gauntner

Sake Journalist

https://www.sake-world.com/

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 5

Episode 5: Rolled Up At Home

Guests: Whiskey Richard, Derek Wilcox, Joa James

Date: May 8th, 8:30pm EDT

‘Whiskey Richard’

Spirits writer at Nomunication.jp

Explorer of Tokyo’s amazing cocktail scene!
https://www.nomunication.jp/

Joa James

The Voice – Asia

https://www.instagram.com/joajamesitsme/

Derek Wilcox

Head Sushi Chef at Shoji, 69 Leonard

https://www.69leonardstreet.com/

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 4

Episode 4: Smooth Like Japanese Whisky

Guests: Dominic Roskrow, Adam Lasher and Paul Martin

Date: May 1st, 8:30pm EDT

Dominic Roskrow

Wizards Of Whisky Founder, Author

https://www.wizardsofwhisky.com/

Adam Lasher

Artist & American Idol Finalist

https://www.adamlasher.com/

Paul Martin

Japanese Sword Expert

https://www.TheJapaneseSword.com

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 3

Episode 3: Locked Down In New Zealand

Guests: Dave Broom, EZI and Yoshiro Morozumi

Date: April 24th, 8:30pm EDT

Dave Broom

Author “The Way of Whisky”

https://thewhiskymanual.uk/

EZI

Musician & Rising Star

http://eziofficial.com/

Yoshiro Morozumi

Owner Parabola PARABOLA Cuisine & Bar

https://www.instagram.com/afrodisiac618/

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 2

Episode 2: Locked Down At Auction

Guests: Daniel Lam from Bonhams Hong Hong, MASUMI and Taj Zehri

Date: April 17th, 8:30pm EDT

Daniel Lam

Head Wine & Whisky Auctions, Bonhams Hong Kong

Pioneer who first established Japanese Whisky auctions in Asia.
https://bonhams.com/

MASUMI

Musician & Star Of Upcoming Movie “Yokuza Princess”

http://masumicherrie.com/

Taj Zehri

Artist & Vintage Kimono Collector

https://www.facebook.com/kimonosbytaj/

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Japanese Whisky Lockdown – Episode 1

Episode 1: The Lockdown Begins

Guests: Whiskey Richard, Girli, Koko Face Yoga, Makiyo Masa

Date: April 10th, 8:30pm EDT

Koko Hayashi

Face Yoga Instructor

As featured on Shark Tank and Keeping up with the Kardashians!
https://kokofaceyoga.com/

GIRLI

Singer-songwriter-producer

3 UK headline tours SOLD OUT
https://girlimusic.com/

‘Whiskey Richard’

Spirits writer at Nomunication.jp

Explorer of Tokyo’s amazing cocktail scene!
https://www.nomunication.jp/

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