OGA BREWING COMPANY Puts Mitaka-Grown Hop IPA 'Mitaka IPA ~ Harvest Brew' on Tap
OGA BREWING COMPANY has put its 2026 fresh-hop beer, “Mitaka IPA ~ Harvest Brew,” on tap. The brewery describes it as a limited release for the final weekend of August, built around the bright aroma of hops grown in Mitaka.
Hop BroThis weekend’s headline beer is Mitaka IPA Harvest Brew. OGA BREWING COMPANY just put a limited IPA on tap, brewed with 2026 fresh hops grown in Mitaka.
MugiWait, Mitaka-grown hops? They grow the beer hops locally too? That suddenly makes it feel weirdly adorable and farm-fresh!
Hop BroExactly, and the key is 2026 fresh hops. They were harvested in Mitaka, so you get that vivid green, super-refreshing aroma right out front.
MugiWhoa, but fresh hops means what exactly? Is that different from the usual hops? Like... undried, straight-from-the-field hops?
Hop BroThat’s basically it. Think of them as just-picked raw hops. Compared with dried hops, they can show more grassy, juicy character, so the aroma feels extra fresh.
MugiOkay, that sounds powerful. But when I hear ON TAP, it still sounds like you’re activating some secret beer machine.
Hop BroNot a secret machine, just served from the keg. Since it’s poured fresh from the tap, that hop aroma comes through in the clearest way.
MugiI get it now! And OGA BREWING COMPANY is a Mitaka brewery, right? Local hops going straight from the field into the glass is such a strong hometown move.
Hop BroRight. They’ve got staples like Mitaka Pale Ale, Mitaka Wheat Ale, and Kichijoji IPA, plus the M.C. series with local produce, so sense of place is really part of their brewing.
MugiA limited IPA like this landing on the last weekend of August is such a perfect summer finale. I can already smell the green hop vibes in my head!
Hop BroThis Harvest Brew really shows that philosophy, and the bright green aroma is exactly what makes me want to try it fresh from the tap. Yeah, I absolutely want a glass.
MugiThen it’s settled. I’m fully in the mood for a fresh-poured pint right now. Mitaka hops, please report to my weekend immediately!
OGA BREWING COMPANY is based in Mitaka, Tokyo, and operates a brewery with an attached cafe. Its core lineup includes Mitaka Pale Ale, Mitaka Wheat Ale, and Kichijoji IPA, alongside the M.C. series that uses local agricultural ingredients.
The new beer now on tap is “Mitaka IPA ~ Harvest Brew.” In the post, the brewery presents it as a beer made with 2026 fresh hops harvested from hop fields in Mitaka City, with a clean, green, refreshing aroma as the main appeal. It is being highlighted as a seasonal beer for the last weekend of August.
That fits OGA BREWING’s broader approach: beers that are approachable, but still grounded in place. This release continues that direction, and makes a strong case for tasting local hops at their freshest.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis weekend’s headline beer is Mitaka IPA Harvest Brew. OGA BREWING COMPANY just put a limited IPA on tap, brewed with 2026 fresh hops grown in Mitaka.
MugiWait, Mitaka-grown hops? They grow the beer hops locally too? That suddenly makes it feel weirdly adorable and farm-fresh!
Hop BroExactly, and the key is 2026 fresh hops. They were harvested in Mitaka, so you get that vivid green, super-refreshing aroma right out front.
MugiWhoa, but fresh hops means what exactly? Is that different from the usual hops? Like... undried, straight-from-the-field hops?
Hop BroThat’s basically it. Think of them as just-picked raw hops. Compared with dried hops, they can show more grassy, juicy character, so the aroma feels extra fresh.
MugiOkay, that sounds powerful. But when I hear ON TAP, it still sounds like you’re activating some secret beer machine.
Hop BroNot a secret machine, just served from the keg. Since it’s poured fresh from the tap, that hop aroma comes through in the clearest way.
MugiI get it now! And OGA BREWING COMPANY is a Mitaka brewery, right? Local hops going straight from the field into the glass is such a strong hometown move.
Hop BroRight. They’ve got staples like Mitaka Pale Ale, Mitaka Wheat Ale, and Kichijoji IPA, plus the M.C. series with local produce, so sense of place is really part of their brewing.
MugiA limited IPA like this landing on the last weekend of August is such a perfect summer finale. I can already smell the green hop vibes in my head!
Hop BroThis Harvest Brew really shows that philosophy, and the bright green aroma is exactly what makes me want to try it fresh from the tap. Yeah, I absolutely want a glass.
MugiThen it’s settled. I’m fully in the mood for a fresh-poured pint right now. Mitaka hops, please report to my weekend immediately!
