• Kona Village Hosts Hiroyasu Kayama of Tokyo’s Bar BenFiddich for Special Two-Night Cocktail Pop-Up

    November 09, 2026
    Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort is pleased to welcome acclaimed bartender Hiroyasu Kayama of Tokyo’s Bar BenFiddich for a special two-night cocktail pop-up at Shipwreck Bar & Sushi on November 21 and Talk Story Bar on November 22. This experience is open to both resort guests and our local community.

    Details
    When:
    Saturday, November 21 | 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. | Shipwreck Bar & Sushi
    Sunday, November 22 | 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. | Talk Story Bar

    What to Expect:
    Exclusive Bar BenFiddich cocktail specials inspired by Hawaiʻi’s seasonal ingredients, produce grown at our on-site farm, Kahiko Mālaʻai, and Hiroyasu’s signature “Roots to Glass” philosophy. Across the weekend, Hiroyasu will present a curated selection of cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages unique to each venue.

    About Bar BenFiddich:
    Founded in Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood in 2013, Bar BenFiddich is an intimate cocktail destination led by owner-bartender Hiroyasu Kayama. Guided by his “Roots to Glass” philosophy, Kayama draws inspiration from the botanicals, herbs, fruits, and grains cultivated on his family’s ancestral land in Saitama, Japan. Blending generations of agricultural heritage with exceptional craftsmanship, he creates drinks that celebrate seasonality, provenance, and storytelling. Recognized among the world’s most acclaimed bars through accolades from Asia’s 50 Best Bars and The World’s 50 Best Bars, Bar BenFiddich offers a distinctive cocktail experience that connects guests to the landscapes, traditions, and ingredients behind every glass.