Hello everyone. This year the weather hasn't quite felt like summer yet, but how are you all doing?
As for today's salon, we were delighted to have Mr. Kazuaki Matsumoto, the handsome bartender from the bar "Abient" in Ichinoseki, who has appeared on our show before, return as a guest. Unfortunately, the weather was bad that day, so there were times when there were few customers, making it a luxurious day where we could chat leisurely with Mr. Shimaji and Mr. Matsumoto.
Click here for information about our guest from Ichinoseki, the handsome member, Kazuaki Matsumoto.


Shimaji: "Another handsome guy has come all the way from Ichinoseki this time!"

Matsumoto: "Being called handsome is too much of a waste (laughs). But thank you."

Customer: "I'm so happy that we'll get to enjoy Matsumoto-san's shaker skills again this time."
The event became even more exciting with the appearance of Mr. Shimaji's officially recognized bartender.


Shimaji: "It's a relief for me and the salon staff today because Matsumoto is here."
Shimaji-san is in a relaxed mood. Salon staff have plenty of work to do!
For a while, Mr. Matsumoto took over the bartending duties, while Mr. Shimaji enjoyed chatting with the customers.

Customer: "Even so, Mr. Shimaji's network of contacts is amazing!"

Shimaji : "Even in hell, it all depends on your connections! If you make good connections, you can meet bartenders like Matsumoto who look up to you and even come to help out."

Anyone who shares a drink with Mr. Shimaji and speaks with him will quickly be drawn in by his charm...
Just like the story about "charming people" we heard the other day, all of us at the salon were amazed by Ms. Shimaji's incredible ability to attract people.
When will the handsome member man make his next appearance? Please don't just come once or twice; whenever you have the time, stop by Salon de Shimaji, as there might be a special guest there.


This week's quote
"Even in hell, your fate depends on your connections."

This week's alcohol
Arran 20 Year Old Shimaji Original Bottle <br>Only a few bottles of Arran remain. This is the only anniversary bottle from Arran Island commemorating the year of its founding, and it has a unique nutty and oily flavor. Be sure to grab this precious bottle while supplies last!