Nagoya's First Entry: An Experiential Whisky Specialty Store Launches in Ōsu Shopping District! 'Tamaniwa Liquor Osu Store' Grand Opening on Thursday, August 6, 2026, Featuring Tasting Counter and Bottle-by-Weight Sales!

~A new hub for a whisky community where experts and beginners connect, launched by a popular store from Takahama City~

Tamaniwa Liquor (headquartered at AIS Co., Ltd., Takahama City, Aichi Prefecture), a whisky specialty store operating in Takahama City, Aichi Prefecture, and highly supported by fans nationwide, will grand open its new store 'Tamaniwa Liquor Osu Store' on Thursday, August 6, 2026, within the Ōsu Shopping District in Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City. The store will serve as a new hub for promoting whisky culture in the Chūbu region.

With the concept of 'Gentle Whisky Experiences Starting from Ōsu,' the store aims to be a new style of experiential liquor retail shop where everyone—from whisky enthusiasts worldwide and tourists to beginners—can enjoy together in the same space.

Background and Concept: 'Gentle Whisky Experiences Starting from Ōsu'

The global whisky market continues to expand, with increasing demand for single malts and craft whiskies. However, in the Nagoya area, there are still few liquor stores that combine a 'corner counter (tasting space)' with a 'whisky specialty retail store' where anyone can casually drop in.

Therefore, we are opening this new experiential liquor store in the ideal location of 'Ōsu Shopping District,' a cultural and tourist hub known for its consistently high foot traffic. We aim to cultivate a warm whisky community where professionals, beginners, and the rapidly increasing number of foreign tourists can all intersect.

Opening Flyer

4 Features of 'Tamaniwa Liquor Nagoya Osu Store'

1. Diverse Product Lineup and Parallel Tasting at the 'Corner Counter'

At the on-site tasting counter, we offer a wide range of spirits including Scotch, craft Japanese whisky, Irish whisky, and bourbon, as well as rum, brandy, gin, natural wine, and craft beer.

We provide 100 to 200 types of alcohol at affordable prices in a corner counter style. We also offer 'tasting flights' with three 10ml servings, making it easy to compare and discover your favorite drink.

2. Perfect for Souvenirs and Gifts! 'Bottle-by-Weight' Sales in 50ml Units

To meet the needs of customers who 'want to try before buying a full bottle' or 'wish to bring home a special souvenir,' we sell bottles by weight in 50ml units. Purchased whisky can be enjoyed on-site, and we also offer recommended set sales.

3. Carefully Curated Product Lineup Exclusive to a Specialty Store

Thanks to strong trust relationships built with domestic distilleries and importers through our Takahama store, we offer a diverse selection that satisfies even discerning whisky connoisseurs and bar professionals. From rare, hard-to-find bottles to classic favorites accessible to beginners, our specialty store delivers a unique variety.

4. Regular 'Experiential Events' in Collaboration with Distilleries and Importers

We will regularly host guest events and tasting seminars featuring domestic and international distilleries and importers. Our store operates with high density, ensuring new discoveries with every visit.

The store features a corner counter, bottle-by-weight sales, and craft beer offerings.

Store Overview

Store Name: Tamaniwa Liquor Osu Store Grand Opening Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026

Location: 2-17-27 Ōsu, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, D Block, Osu March (inside Ōsu Shopping District)

Business Hours: 11:00–19:00 (Open every day)

Business Activities: Sale of imported spirits, bottle-by-weight sales of whisky and brandy, corner counter service, serving whisky, gin, craft beer, natural wine, and event hosting

Company Overview

Company Name: AIS Co., Ltd. Head Office: 7-2-30 Tado-cho, Takahama City, Aichi Prefecture, Suma Building 1F

Business Activities: Transportation services, operation of the whisky specialty store 'Tamaniwa Liquor'

【Inquiries Regarding This Announcement】

AIS Co., Ltd. Tamaniwa Liquor Contact: [Asano]

TEL: [0566-91-9507] / FAX: [0566-91-9508]

MAIL: [[email protected]]

URL: [https://www.ais-nagoya.co.jp]

SNS: Tamaniwa Liquor X Account [https://x.com/tamaniwaliquors]

(*Dates, times, and content in this press release are subject to change depending on circumstances.)

We offer over 600 types of bottled spirits, primarily whisky, along with gin, rum, and brandy.