Why can't I drink alcohol at the planetarium? Have you ever thought so?

The event "JOHNNIE WALKER presents Planetarium Black Bar" will be held in Omotesando, Tokyo today for 5 days from May 21st to 25th, where you can enjoy the planetarium while drinking whiskey.


This event was planned to express the world view of the blended whiskey "Johnnie Walker". It will be held in collaboration with a planetarium produced by Takayuki Ohira, a world-famous planetarium creator. The number of stars that appear is 10 million. It is said that even stars that cannot be seen with the naked eye are reproduced.

On the afternoon of the 21st, a press experience session was held prior to the opening. Although the screened program is a shortened version, the space where you can enjoy whiskey surrounded by stars in the sky is exceptional. In this article, I will report on that.

When you arrive at the venue, you will be greeted by a panel that expresses Johnnie Walker's world view. A black jacket and hat are provided, so sit on the sofa in the center and take a commemorative photo. Feel like you're a character in the panel. (Of course, it's okay to go through.)


After taking a picture, go inside. There is a large white cloth on the ceiling and a bar counter next to the door.


Of course, Johnnie Walker is the main drink prepared. Not to mention rock and water, highball scented with orange peel and honey lemon, "Johnnie Walker Bannock Burn" with tomato juice and pepper, "Johnnie Walker with tea and apple" with apple espuma divided by tea There are also variants such as "mousse". If you have your favorite drink, go to the table. The show is about to begin.



First of all, a man in a top hat appeared on the stage and gave a greeting. The venue will be dark and you will close your eyes according to the announcement. And when you open your eyes slowly and slowly ... The inorganic space disappeared and a starry sky appeared. The Milky Way, which emits the strongest light, and the meteors that occasionally trail and flow. It seems to be a starry sky that unfolds in the southern sky.

Aurora also appears in the program that reproduces the northern starry sky. Not only the ceiling, but also the stage and floor are involved, creating a space that makes you feel as if you are in space.


Furthermore, "sand art" should not be overlooked. A story that traces the history of Johnnie Walker is unfolded on the screen, but it is not just a promotional video. If you look closely, it's a live performance. Two people on the right side of the screen use sand to create shadows and advance the image while drawing, erasing, and transforming. I inadvertently stared at the hands of the two.


The "planetarium bar," which Mr. Ohira describes as "a natural and innovative space." Unfortunately, this time, only those who won the lottery in advance can participate. If you win, please enjoy a high-quality time with a relaxing time to your heart's content. Be careful not to drink too much.

By the way, at "Mad Lounge Spice" on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Mori Tower in Tokyo, "Starry Sky Cafe" is planned. Sometimes it may be good to forget the time and enjoy the starry sky slowly.