Guest Bartender Event 'THE LINK' ~ Yokohama meets Hiroshima ~ Announcement

Hyatt Regency Yokohama (General Manager: Takashi Saito, Location: 280-2 Yamashita-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa) will hold a one-night-only guest bartender event 'THE LINK' ~ Yokohama meets Hiroshima ~ at The Union Bar & Lounge on the 1st floor on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Mr. Shingo Noma, Owner Bartender of 'The Bar Top Note'

At 'The Union Bar & Lounge,' we host events titled 'THE LINK' to provide a place for various 'connections' and 'encounters,' starting from Yokohama, by inviting top bartenders active both domestically and internationally. This fifth installment will feature Shingo Noma, a Bacardi Japan Whisky Ambassador and one of Japan's leading top bartenders.

Mr. Noma has won domestic cocktail competitions five times and is one of the most talked-about bartenders, having been the first in Hiroshima to be selected for '50BEST Discovery,' chosen by gourmets worldwide. We will be serving two special original cocktails and one non-alcoholic cocktail, including his signature cocktail 'Royal Art,' which he has introduced to the world.

Furthermore, in addition to the cocktails and performances that can only be experienced at 'The Bar Top Note,' where Mr. Noma serves as owner bartender, we welcome singer Ryu, known for her healing whisper voice with rich overtones and a sense of floating, to provide a unique and special bar experience where you can enjoy the 'ultimate drink' played by 'THE LINK.'

【 Shingo Noma Profile 】 Born in Hiroshima City. After working in hotels and restaurants from the age of 18, he became independent in 2013. Currently, he operates three authentic bars in Hiroshima City, including 'The Bar Top Note.' He also manages two other establishments, an original flavored tea specialty store and a Bar & Cafe. He has won numerous domestic and international cocktail tournaments. Recently, he has garnered global attention, including being selected for '50 Best Discovery,' which introduces excellent bars and restaurants worldwide. 【 'THE LINK' Event Limited Cocktails 】 ¥2,200 ◇Shiso Probiotics (Red Shiso and Probiotics) Dewar's 15 Years / Homemade Red Maru Red Shiso Juice (a native Hiroshima variety) / Homemade Five Spice Probiotics / Homemade Hiroshima Fermented Lemon / White Grapefruit Juice

Featuring Dewar's 15 Years, with a honey-like roundness, this 'Hiroshima Farm to Glass' creation uses red shiso juice from Hiroshima's 'Red Maru' and fermented lemon from Hiroshima. ※Shiso Probiotics will be exclusively available at The Union Bar & Lounge only on the day of this event. 【 'THE LINK' Special Cocktails 】 ¥2,000 each