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日本のクラフトビアマガジン　(日英バイリンガル) The beer magazine of Japan (est. 2009), published quarterly + bilingually in print & digital versions. We ship subscriptions worldwide! https://japanbeertimes.com/magazines

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Dec 5

The Japan Beer Times is a quarterly, bilingual magazine in Japan about beer culture, travel, and related topics. We ship subscriptions across Japan and internationally. Please support us and help spread the word!
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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Sep 4

We featured Kaigan Brewery in our recent Japan Beer Times (no.63), and noted that their taproom at the brewery near the beach was set to open soon. Well, it’s open now and you should definitely take a trip out to the Chiba coast to enjoy the great beaches, great people, and of course the great beer!

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Sep 4

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Japan Beer Timesの最新号(no.63)では、千葉の海岸醸造所を特集し、ビーチ近くのブルワリーに併設されたタップルームが間もなくオープンすると紹介した。ついにそのタップルームがオープンしたので、海岸醸造所へ足を運び、美しいビーチ、素敵な人々、そしてもちろん素晴らしいビールを楽しもう！

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Sep 1

Unusually, you can savor their offerings from morning onward at their brewery restaurant. It’s all part of an effort to establish a new local brand for Chigasaki. Read more:
www.japanbeertimes.com/2025/08/chig...

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Sep 1

Chigasaki Beer (Chigasaki City, Kanagawa) brews with the philosophy of local first and sustainability. Their community-based approach is highlighted by collaborations with local farms and meat suppliers. (1/2)

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Sep 1

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神奈川県茅ヶ崎市で、ローカルファーストと循環をテーマに醸造されている「茅ヶ崎ビール」。ブルワリーレストランでは珍しく朝からビールを楽しむことができる。地元農家や精肉業者との連携を通じ、地域に根ざした取り組みを展開しており、茅ヶ崎の新たな名産品を目指している。詳細はこちら：
www.japanbeertimes.com/2025/08/chig...

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Aug 22

Kishiwada Beer just released Touka, a peach beer brewed with local variety Kanechika (world's sweetest peach, Guinness World Record, 2015). Touka (5%) features mild peach aroma, natural sweetness, and a refreshing finish—perfect for the dog days of summer. (Limited quantities!)

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Aug 22

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大阪の岸和田ビールが、地元特産の世界一甘い桃としてギネスに登録された「包近の桃」を使ったクラフトビール『桃霞（とうか）』を限定販売中。軽やかな香りと自然な甘み、爽やかなのどごしが特徴で、夏にぴったりの一杯だ。詳細はこちら：kishiwada-beer.com/news-detail/98

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Aug 15

Japan Beer Times printed in July and has been distributed across Japan! Featuring Kaigan Brewery, 3Tree Brewery, Chiba travel, Clean Fusion IPAs, and more. Thank you for your support! Digital versions via Apple Store. Print subscriptions (domestic + overseas) here: www.japanbeertimes.com/magazines

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Aug 15

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Japan Beer Times最新号、7月末に発行して全国にお届け完了！今号は、海岸ブルワリー、3TREE BREWERY、千葉の旅、新しいIPA醸造法など盛りだくさん。みなさん、いつも本誌を応援してくれてありがとう！デジタル版はApple Storeのアプリから。紙版の定期購読（国内・海外）はこちらから：www.japanbeertimes.com/magazines

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jul 10

Single issues, subscriptions, and back issues are available from our website (www.saketoday.com/get-the-maga...), while digital issues are available from the Sake Today app via the Apple Store (coming to other platforms soon). Thank you for reading and please spread the word!

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jul 10

Good things come in twos so we introduced two luminaries of our industry: Sake Samurai and Kome Collective president Monica Samuels, and esteemed Singaporean sommelier Joshua Kalinan. Daimon’s Marcus Consolini pens an article on Japan’s rice crisis, and as usual we have a great recipe for pairing.

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jul 10

Our brewery features covered Niigata’s Ishimoto Shuzo (Koshi no Kanbai sake) and Shiga’s Kita Shuzo (Kirakucho sake), while we gave attention to two special sake spots as well, Tokyo’s WASAKE and Seattle’s Hannyatou.

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jul 10

Our recent issue of Sake Today showcased Kagoshima and Miyazaki, two prefectures better known for shochu than sake (there are a handful of breweries). For our travel special we focused on the exotic islands of Yakushima and Amami Oshima, as well as Kagoshima City, capital of the “Shochu Kingdom”.

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jul 9

Goodbeer Faucets in Shibuya is a classy bar with a great selection of domestic and import draft, including Australian craft beer! Food pairing, from snacks to main courses, is also a big part of the experience. They’re currently hiring (event manager, food manager, etc). Check their IG for details.

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jul 9

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渋谷のGoodbeer Faucetsはオーストラリアを含む国内外のビールが揃う、洗練されたバーだ。おつまみからフルコースまでペアリングを楽しめるのもこの店の醍醐味。彼らは現在スタッフ募集をしている(イベントマネージャー、フードマネージャー、飲料マネージャー)ので、ホームページのRecruitメニューから連絡をするかInstagramをチェックしよう。

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 27

As the bar owner of Yellow Ape Craft (est 2012), he launched Ape Brewing in 2022. It has since been embraced by locals and visitors alike–definitely worth a visit in Osaka!

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 27

It’s not unusual for breweries to open a taproom or restaurant. But, in reverse, a bar or restaurant opening a brewery is unusual. As we reported in the recent Japan Beer Times, that’s exactly what Daikichi Kato did in Osaka.

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 27

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ブルワリーがタップルームやレストランを開店するのは珍しくないが、バーやレストランがブルワリーを始めるのはあまりないケースだ。Japan Beer Timesの最新号で報じた通り、大阪の加藤大吉はまさにそのレアケースで、Yellow Ape Craft（2012年創業）のオーナーである彼が2022年にApe Brewingを立ち上げた。地元民にも観光客にも愛される、大阪に来たら立ち寄りたい店の一つだ。
(photo: Go Tokui & Daikichi Kato)

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 25

Yeast is the backbone of flavor in beer, so if you’d like to try it out, GORA has been using it in a number of their beers, including Moon Lover, Gora Stout, and Such a Hazy Day. There are several varieties suited for different beer styles so if you’re an interested brewer, contact them directly.

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 25

Gora Brewery (Hakone), introduced in JBT59, is distributing WHC Lab yeast from Ireland. The yeast, apparently cultivated with input from brewers, is well-suited for high-temp fermentation and quick turnaround, offering ideal balance between its convenience and the quality of the resulting beer.

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 25

ビールの味わいを大きく左右する酵母。GORAでは「MOON LOVER」「GORA STOUT」「SUCH A HAZY DAY」など複数のビールでこの酵母を使用している。スタイルに応じた種類も豊富に揃っているようなので、興味のあるブルワーはGORA BREWERYにご連絡を！

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · Jun 25

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Japan Beer Times 59号で紹介した神奈川県・箱根のGORA BREWERYが、アイルランドのWHC Lab社のビール酵母の取り扱いを始めた。現場の声を反映して設計されたというこの酵母は、高温発酵や短納期にも対応しやすく、扱いやすさと仕上がりのバランスに優れているという。

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Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · May 29

Other attractions: head brewer Miyashita’s signature fried chicken, food trucks, limited-edition merchandise, brewery tours (first come, first serve), and a rock-paper-scissors contest with prizes. It’ll be a special day in the early summer of Yatsugatake, filled with great beer and good times.

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · May 29

A pre-party is also scheduled for Saturday, June 7. A variety of draft beers will be available, including the debut of their anniversary releases, ROCK Helles and ROCK Smoke Helles, as well as their signature Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown.

Japan Beer Times @japanbeertimes.bsky.social · May 29

Yatsugatake Brewery’s anniversary festival is back again this year after a resounding response to its first iteration last year. The event will take place in front of their brewery's on-site restaurant, Moeginomura ROCK, on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.