At Handa Ginzan Brewery / Uwamachi CHEERS (Uwamachi Cheers) in Koori Town, Date District, Fukushima Prefecture, the coffee-themed craft beer "Uwamachi Coffee Stout" was introduced. In an Instagram post, it is described as “Imperial Coffee Stout”, and is presented as a beer to be savored slowly, with a rich coffee aroma and full-bodied depth.

The shop is a five-minute walk from JR Koori Station. Its chic black exterior and calm interior are distinctive, and a major draw is that you can enjoy draft craft beer directly from the brewery together with food. With terrace seating as well, it offers the easygoing convenience typical of a brewpub, accommodating everything from a casual drink to a meal.

This beer is a dark style that you will want to drink slowly at night. It works not only as a post-dinner drink, but also alongside the shop's signature foods such as pizza and chicken dishes. If you're looking for craft beer in Koori Town, this spot, where you can enjoy a stout with coffee nuances in a locally rooted setting, is one you won't want to miss.