Golden Rabbit Beer Opens Shijonawate Brewery in Osaka
Nara-based Golden Rabbit Beer has opened a new brewing site, Golden Rabbit Beer Shijonawate Brewery, in Shijonawate, Osaka. The brewery is set to showcase beers made with local ingredients, including Shijonawate-grown rice and grapes, while offering visitors a close look at the brewing environment.
Hop BroGolden Rabbit Beer from Nara has opened the Shijonawate brewery. It launched on October 17, 2026, about six minutes on foot from Shinobugaoka Station!
MugiWhat? A new brewery in Shijonawate, Osaka? Six minutes from the station gives even direction-challenged me some hope!
Hop BroOne highlight is Nawate Weizen, brewed with wheat. A weizen is a style known for its soft texture and fruity aroma.
Mugi“Weizen” sounds like a powerful special move! How is beer brewed with wheat different from regular beer?
Hop BroWheat malt can make the foam fluffy and the mouthfeel smooth. The technical answer involves protein retention, but really: the secret of fluffy foam!
MugiOh, now I get it! Beer foam has personality too—maybe foam gets top billing someday!
Hop BroThey also brew with local Hinohikari rice and Muscat Bailey A grapes from Shijonawate. It’s like tasting the region through a glass.
MugiRice and grapes too? Dinner and dessert are changing careers into beer! Beer with local ingredients makes me want a tasting flight!
Hop BroThe three beers feature original labels by Shijonawate-born picture-book artist Tomonori Taniguchi. Brewing equipment is onsite, so you can watch beer being made up close.
MugiAdmire the labels, see the brewery, then drink a fresh pour—perfect outing! Check Instagram for current hours, then let’s toast in Shijonawate!
Golden Rabbit Beer, a craft brewery based in Nara City, has opened Golden Rabbit Beer Shijonawate Brewery at 45-1 Nakano, Shijonawate, Osaka. The new brewery opened on October 17, 2026, and is located approximately a six-minute walk from Shinobugaoka Station.
The brewery’s lineup includes Nawate Weizen, a wheat beer, as well as beers made with locally grown ingredients such as Hinohikari rice and Muscat Bailey A grapes from Shijonawate. By incorporating agricultural products from the area, the brewery offers a way to experience the character of Shijonawate through craft beer.
The labels for the three beers were illustrated by Tomonori Taniguchi, a picture-book artist from Shijonawate. The artwork adds another connection to the community, while the brewing equipment inside the venue gives visitors a chance to experience the atmosphere of a working brewery.
Golden Rabbit Beer was founded to bring attention to Nara, a region closely associated with the origins of Japanese sake, through locally inspired craft beer. Its main brewery and taproom are located in Naramachi, Nara City, where the brewery focuses on using Nara ingredients and enjoying beer alongside music. The Shijonawate location expands that approach into Osaka, with a focus on the flavors and stories of its new home.
Opening days and hours may vary, so visitors should check the brewery’s official Instagram before making a trip. For beer lovers exploring the area, the new brewery offers an opportunity to enjoy fresh beer while discovering the local ingredients of Shijonawate.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroGolden Rabbit Beer from Nara has opened the Shijonawate brewery. It launched on October 17, 2026, about six minutes on foot from Shinobugaoka Station!
MugiWhat? A new brewery in Shijonawate, Osaka? Six minutes from the station gives even direction-challenged me some hope!
Hop BroOne highlight is Nawate Weizen, brewed with wheat. A weizen is a style known for its soft texture and fruity aroma.
Mugi“Weizen” sounds like a powerful special move! How is beer brewed with wheat different from regular beer?
Hop BroWheat malt can make the foam fluffy and the mouthfeel smooth. The technical answer involves protein retention, but really: the secret of fluffy foam!
MugiOh, now I get it! Beer foam has personality too—maybe foam gets top billing someday!
Hop BroThey also brew with local Hinohikari rice and Muscat Bailey A grapes from Shijonawate. It’s like tasting the region through a glass.
MugiRice and grapes too? Dinner and dessert are changing careers into beer! Beer with local ingredients makes me want a tasting flight!
Hop BroThe three beers feature original labels by Shijonawate-born picture-book artist Tomonori Taniguchi. Brewing equipment is onsite, so you can watch beer being made up close.
MugiAdmire the labels, see the brewery, then drink a fresh pour—perfect outing! Check Instagram for current hours, then let’s toast in Shijonawate!
