Seasonal beer showcasing Kishiwada-grown hassaku

Kishiwada Beer in Kishiwada City, Osaka, will begin selling a limited number of 12-bottle sets of its seasonal product "Harusaki" from May 22, 2026. According to the product page, this spring release is a renewal of the previous "Hassaku," reflecting user feedback. It uses plenty of hassaku from Kishiwada, which comes into season around February to April, and is finished to highlight the fruit's peak-season character.

Flavor profile

"Harusaki" is described as featuring moderate sweetness, refreshing acidity, and the pleasantly bitter note characteristic of hassaku. While it has a fruity drinking profile, it is designed to offer solid body as well, making it a seasonal product for beer fans who enjoy citrus aroma and bitterness. Style: flavored beer, alcohol content: 5%, volume: 330 ml.

Background as a brewery born from a machine shop

Kishiwada Beer is a brewery run by Hokai Iron Works, a company that has long been making things in Kishiwada. Drawing on the metalworking expertise it has built up over the years, the company produces craft beer using equipment it designed and manufactures in-house. With a manufacturing background rooted in an ironworks, while also putting out products made with local ingredients, this is a distinctive hallmark of the brewery.

Product overview

- Product name: Harusaki (12-bottle set)
- Sales start: May 22, 2026
- Price: 7,920 yen (tax included)
- Style: Flavored beer
- Alcohol content: 5%
- Volume: 330 ml (per bottle)
- Storage: Refrigerate

Harusaki, made with Kishiwada-grown hassaku, is a beer that puts local character and seasonal appeal front and center. It is a product that makes you want to savor its just-right citrus notes while also appreciating the craftsmanship background of Kishiwada Beer.