Hello, I'm Kotaro.
Japanese flair bartender with a unique focus on clean, fast cocktail making. Experienced in teaching and performing worldwide, and actively sharing bartending insights with a large global audience.
Performed 300+ flair shows and cocktail catering at events around the world, working with brands like Harry Winston, BMW, and RedBull. Hosted workshops and media appearances, and supported high-end events as a flair bartender and cocktail consultant. Currently sharing bartending content with 250,000+ followers worldwide. Open for online teaching, team training, and bar consulting.
Education
European Bartender School Phuket International Bartender Course (4 weeks) - Oct 2023
Work experience
Flair Academy Japan - Global Founder, March 1, 2025 - Jan. 1, 2016
Freelance - Japan Freelance bartender, Oct. 1, 2021 - None
Owl design company - Nagoya Designer, March 1, 2019 - Sept. 1, 2021
Bar Colorsol - Tokyo Bartender, Sept. 1, 2014 - Oct. 1, 2017
TGI Fridays - Tokyo Supervisor, May 1, 2007 - Sept. 1, 2017
