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KAMIKAKUSHI: A Spirited Cocktail Experience

  • VELVET WHIP ARTS & SOCIAL CLUB 319 North 11th Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 United States (map)

Step through the veil into a world where ancient folklore

high-end mixology, and avant-garde and cultural performances collide. Kamikakushi (meaning "Spirited Away") invites you into a multi-sensory realm hidden within The Velvet Whip. As a direct descendant of the acclaimed Kaidan: Evening of 100 Spirits, this immersive evening transports you to a liminal space between the mundane and the supernatural.

The event is an omakase of sights, sounds, and tastes that pairs drinks with storytelling and entertainment. 

The Experience

  • Arrival: Lose yourself in a curated visual and soundscape. Vintage Japanese horror cinema flickers across the stage wall while the warm, rich sounds of 1970s Japanese Jazz Fusion.

  • Hospitality: Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a masked host in traditional yukata and handed your first welcome drink to begin the journey.

  • Suntory Craft Cocktail Flight: Taste signature cocktails featuring Suntory Japanese whisky, gin, and vodka crafted by our talented mixologists.

  • Performances: Marvel at a rotating roster of avant-garde performers, storytellers, and visual artists woven throughout the evening.

  • Afterwards: After the final act, stay for the after-party! The room transitions into an intimate lounge where you can mingle, listen to more jazz, and order additional handcrafted Suntory cocktails from the à la carte menu.

Ticket Options

General Admission (GA)- $75

  • Entry to Kamikakushi at The Velvet Whip

  • First-come, first-served seating

  • 4 signature Suntory craft cocktails to pair with the evening's entertainment

  • Access to live curated performances both rare and wonderous & post-show jazz lounge

VIP Admission- $90

  • Everything included in General Admission, PLUS:

  • Priority Seating: Prime viewing area for the live performances

  • Exclusive Liquor Tasting: An guided sampling flight showcasing rare or premium expressions of Japanese spirits.

 General Info

  • Location: The Velvet Whip

  • Age Requirement: 21+ with valid ID

  • Dress Code: Chic / Night Out / Japanese Folklore-inspired attire encouraged

Limited Availability

Tickets are strictly limited to preserve the intimate, multi-sensory atmosphere of the event. Reserve your tier before it is spirited away!

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