Sakazuki Brewing, based in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, has announced a new beer called “Udon Saison” on Instagram. According to the post, the beer is scheduled to be tapped “next week,” but no specific serving date has been provided.

As its name suggests, the beer takes inspiration from udon, one of Japan’s best-known noodle dishes. Saison is generally associated with a light, refreshing palate and expressive yeast character. Combining that traditional beer style with a distinctly Japanese food theme gives this release an unusual point of interest. The brewery has not yet detailed the recipe, brewing process, or how the udon concept will appear in the aroma and flavor.

Sakazuki Brewing operates a brewpub in the Kitasenju area of Adachi Ward. Founded in 2016, the brewery is led by owner and head brewer Naoko Kanayama, who previously worked in brewing research and development at a major beer company. The brewery is known for producing a varied lineup that includes beers made with seasonal ingredients, fruit, herbs, and other creative additions.

Because the brewpub serves its beers alongside food, the pairing potential of an udon-inspired saison will also be worth watching. Once the beer is tapped, more details about its ingredients, profile, and serving format should help reveal how Sakazuki Brewing has translated the idea of udon into a saison.