NORTHERN BREW brews 'YuBi Kokoro Mansai' with student-led Pio Beer
Northern Brew in Abira, Hokkaido welcomed Pio Beer’s Ikeda on April 13 for a brew day centered on the original beer 'YuBi Kokoro Mansai.' Pio Beer is a brand created by beer-loving students at Hokkaido University, and the beer will be served at Hininituka in Sapporo.
Hop BroThis one was worth bringing up. Northern Brew in Abira, Hokkaido just brewed YuBi Shin Mansai with Pio Beer!
MugiWait, beer made by Hokkaido University students!? A student-led collab sounds like youth got fermented too!
Hop BroThat is the fun part. On April 13, Ikeda from Pio Beer joined the brew day himself, so it was a conversation-driven collaboration rather than a simple contract brew.
MugiWhoa, nice! But in my head, brewing still feels like a giant cooking class with extra bubbles. Am I close?
Hop BroPretty close. It is the process of building the beer’s character, and this one seems centered on a soft mouthfeel from locally grown Abira oats.
MugiHold on, mouthfeel just attacked me from the side. Is that when beer turns into a couch inside your mouth?
Hop BroHonestly, not the worst description. It just means texture, and oats often give beer a smooth, silky body when you drink it.
MugiOkay, now I want it immediately! And the article says it is fruity, juicy, and built with a low-bitterness profile, right?
Hop BroExactly. The article does not lock in a formal style name, but the direction clearly leans toward a juicy-style beer overall.
MugiAnd it is going to be served at Hininitsuka in Sapporo, so that is basically destination confirmed for me!
Hop BroWhat I like is how Northern Brew’s local spirit meets Pio Beer’s young ideas. It feels like a beer for tasting creativity as much as flavor.
MugiThat phrasing is unfairly persuasive! Now I want to head to Hininitsuka and do a practice toast before the first real pint!
A student-led collaboration at the brew house
On April 13, Pio Beer’s Ikeda visited Northern Brew in Abira, Hokkaido. According to Northern Brew’s post, the two sides brewed the original beer "YuBi Kokoro Mansai" and Ikeda also took part in the brewing work.
Pio Beer is an original beer brand created by beer-loving students at Hokkaido University. Northern Brew shared that the visit brought fresh ideas and a flexible way of thinking into the brew day, making this more than a simple production project. It was a hands-on collaboration built around conversation, learning, and shared brewing work.
About Northern Brew
Northern Brew is based in Abira, Hokkaido, and focuses on craft beer made with respect for the region’s nature and primary industries. The brewery says it aims to use local ingredients whenever possible. Its original beer made with Abira-grown oats is described as fruity and juicy, with bitterness kept relatively low. The brewery also operates a sports and beer bar in town, pairing beer with BBQ-style food.
For this project, Northern Brew says "YuBi Kokoro Mansai" can be enjoyed at Hininituka in Sapporo. The beer now stands as another example of how local brewing and student creativity can come together in Hokkaido.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis one was worth bringing up. Northern Brew in Abira, Hokkaido just brewed YuBi Shin Mansai with Pio Beer!
MugiWait, beer made by Hokkaido University students!? A student-led collab sounds like youth got fermented too!
Hop BroThat is the fun part. On April 13, Ikeda from Pio Beer joined the brew day himself, so it was a conversation-driven collaboration rather than a simple contract brew.
MugiWhoa, nice! But in my head, brewing still feels like a giant cooking class with extra bubbles. Am I close?
Hop BroPretty close. It is the process of building the beer’s character, and this one seems centered on a soft mouthfeel from locally grown Abira oats.
MugiHold on, mouthfeel just attacked me from the side. Is that when beer turns into a couch inside your mouth?
Hop BroHonestly, not the worst description. It just means texture, and oats often give beer a smooth, silky body when you drink it.
MugiOkay, now I want it immediately! And the article says it is fruity, juicy, and built with a low-bitterness profile, right?
Hop BroExactly. The article does not lock in a formal style name, but the direction clearly leans toward a juicy-style beer overall.
MugiAnd it is going to be served at Hininitsuka in Sapporo, so that is basically destination confirmed for me!
Hop BroWhat I like is how Northern Brew’s local spirit meets Pio Beer’s young ideas. It feels like a beer for tasting creativity as much as flavor.
MugiThat phrasing is unfairly persuasive! Now I want to head to Hininitsuka and do a practice toast before the first real pint!
