LANA Beer in Mizonokuchi adds Kamakura Beer for Obon
LANA Beer, a beer pub in Mizonokuchi, Kawasaki, has brought in Kamakura Beer as its guest beer for the Obon period. The bar is currently pouring the brewery’s flagship “Star Pale Ale,” with “Alt” also planned next. It is an easy stop for beer-focused drinking near the station.
Hop BroThis time, Mizonomuchi’s LANA Beer brought in Kamakura Beer as its Obon guest lineup, and that’s a pretty fun move.
MugiWhat! So LANA Beer is an easy station-side stop, and they still do seasonal guest swaps like that?
Hop BroExactly. The one pouring now is Kamakura Beer’s Hoshi - Pale Ale -, basically a flagship-level pick.
MugiWhoa, but what does flagship mean? Are we launching a ship here? This beer suddenly feels very nautical.
Hop BroIt just means the signature product. And pale ale usually has a great balance of aroma and drinkability, so it works really well as a first glass.
MugiOhh, got it! So Hoshi sounds like a great craft starter for people just getting into it.
Hop BroAnd later they’re planning to pour Alt as the next beer, which is where I start grinning.
MugiAlt!? That sounds like a car model name. This is still a beer conversation, right?
Hop BroVery much so. Alt is a reddish top-fermented style with a toasty malt character. Roughly speaking, it’s like the nice version of bread crust.
MugiThat metaphor is making me hungry. And if LANA Beer is strict about pouring and line cleaning, the differences should really come through.
MugiOnce you hear about the owner’s love for Kamakura, it feels like you’re drinking a story in a glass too.
Hop BroThat’s exactly it. Grabbing Hoshi after work at LANA Beer and waiting for Alt next makes this a best detour for Obon, and now I seriously want a pint.
LANA Beer in Mizonokuchi presents itself as a beer hall and beer stand built around beer-first service. Its official site says the bar offers Japanese craft beer, domestic major-label beer, and other local beer options, served by a professional pourer with careful line cleaning and quality control. It works well for a quick drink at the counter or a meal at the table.
In this Instagram post, the bar announced that it had switched its guest beer to Kamakura Beer for the Obon season. The beers mentioned in the post are:
- `星-ペールエール-`
- `ペールエール`
- `アルト` (planned next)
The owner also shared a personal connection to Kamakura, saying they have long loved its history, streets, and nature, and even used to walk around the city collecting goshuin stamps. That background fits the lineup: a Kamakura brewery for a holiday period shaped by a strong local affinity.
LANA Beer is within walking distance of Mizonokuchi Station, making it convenient after work or while out and about. The post also warns about sudden heavy rain, so visitors should watch their footing and bring an umbrella. With beer-friendly food on the menu, this is the kind of place where a Kamakura Beer pint can easily turn into a longer stop.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis time, Mizonomuchi’s LANA Beer brought in Kamakura Beer as its Obon guest lineup, and that’s a pretty fun move.
MugiWhat! So LANA Beer is an easy station-side stop, and they still do seasonal guest swaps like that?
Hop BroExactly. The one pouring now is Kamakura Beer’s Hoshi - Pale Ale -, basically a flagship-level pick.
MugiWhoa, but what does flagship mean? Are we launching a ship here? This beer suddenly feels very nautical.
Hop BroIt just means the signature product. And pale ale usually has a great balance of aroma and drinkability, so it works really well as a first glass.
MugiOhh, got it! So Hoshi sounds like a great craft starter for people just getting into it.
Hop BroAnd later they’re planning to pour Alt as the next beer, which is where I start grinning.
MugiAlt!? That sounds like a car model name. This is still a beer conversation, right?
Hop BroVery much so. Alt is a reddish top-fermented style with a toasty malt character. Roughly speaking, it’s like the nice version of bread crust.
MugiThat metaphor is making me hungry. And if LANA Beer is strict about pouring and line cleaning, the differences should really come through.
MugiOnce you hear about the owner’s love for Kamakura, it feels like you’re drinking a story in a glass too.
Hop BroThat’s exactly it. Grabbing Hoshi after work at LANA Beer and waiting for Alt next makes this a best detour for Obon, and now I seriously want a pint.
