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ANA Launches Unique Akkeshi Japanese Single Malt Whisky Collection

ANA has announced the launch of Akkeshi single malt Japanese whisky from the ‘Hokusai North Colors’ series.  Through their International In-flight Duty-Free Pre-Order Service, three varieties from the series will be available, including Suirei, Kūsui and Kokiake.


All Nippon Airways (ANA) announces the launch of Akkeshi single malt Japanese whisky from the ‘Hokusai North Colors’ series - Courtesy ANA
All Nippon Airways (ANA) announces the launch of Akkeshi single malt Japanese whisky from the ‘Hokusai North Colors’ series - Courtesy ANA

On Friday (June 20, 2025), All Nippon Airways (ANA) announced the launch of Akkeshi single malt Japanese whisky from the ‘Hokusai North Colors’ series.  Through their International In-flight Duty-Free Pre-Order Service, three varieties from the series is available, including Suirei, Kūsui and Kokiake.  Each whisky presents distinct flavors, aromas and colors, collectively forming an exclusive lineup evoking the nature and four seasons of Hokkaido, through Hokusai’s distinctive artistic lens.  When aligned, the packaging unveils Hokusai’s iconic artwork, ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa.’


In Friday’s announcement, ANA’s EVP – Customer Experience, Tomoji Ishii, said,


“ANA is greatly honored to introduce Akkeshi Distillery's ‘HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS’ series to our international passengers.  At ANA, we prioritize delivering exceptional in-flight shopping experiences.  The inclusion of this distinctive Japanese whisky not only enriches our offerings but also proudly showcases the allure of Japan’s rich culture and craftsmanship to a global audience.”

 

The Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky - Courtesy ANA
The Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky - Courtesy ANA

Each of the three whiskies will be released in waves, currently planned for July 1st and September 1st, 2025, and January 1st, 2026, allowing collectors to gradually complete the set and reveal the striking image of Hokusai's renowned ukiyo-e print, ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’ from the ‘Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji’ series.


Founded in 1952, ANA has grown to become the largest airline in Japan.  The carrier has been a Star Alliance partner since 1999 and currently has joint partnerships with United Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian Airlines.  Established in 2013, ANA HOLDINGS Inc. (ANA HD) is comprised of 69 companies, including ANA and Peach Aviation, the leading LCC in Japan, and AirJapan  The ANA Group has approximately 43,000 employees and operates a fleet of over 200 aircraft.  Additionally, the carrier was the launch customer and is the largest operator of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner Family aircraft, and is the only Airbus A380 operator in Japan.

 


Source: All Nippon Airways (ANA)

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