craft beer BLUE in Sagamihara’s Sagamidai area has announced a new tap: Imabari Machinaka Bakushu’s “Kaminojima Lemon Ale.” This is a single-beer opening, making it an update worth following for drinkers who like to catch a keg soon after it goes on tap.

Kaminojima Lemon Ale is a Fruit Ale brewed with “Kaminojima Lemon,” grown on Omishima in Ehime’s Shimanami area. The beer is built around a bright, refreshing lemon character, while the malt base keeps it recognizably beer-like rather than simply fruit juice. Its appeal lies in the balance between the ingredient’s citrus expression and the depth of an ale.

The lemon-driven profile should make it a natural choice for a first pour, a refreshing glass alongside food, or a change of pace between hop-forward beers. Drinkers who enjoy citrus notes and beers with a clear sense of place may want to check the keg while it is still fresh.

craft beer BLUE is a beer pub on the second floor of Garden Building II at 2-2-2 Sagamidai, Minami Ward, Sagamihara. Its calm, beer-focused setting suits a slower tasting session, whether enjoying the new tap on its own or comparing it with other beers on the board. Check the venue’s official Instagram for current availability and opening hours before visiting.