Huîtrière launches Hanasaki Line project with first beer 'Akkeshi Emerald' on Aug. 1
Akkeshi, Hokkaido craft brewery Huîtrière has launched a Hanasaki Line support project. The first release is AKKESHI EMERALD, a summer hoppy lager scheduled to go on sale on August 1, 2026.
Hop BroBig Hokkaido news today: huîtrière just kicked off the Hanasaki Line Project, and the first beer sounds seriously good.
MugiWait, a beer that supports a local train line? Donate by drinking is almost too powerful for me to handle!
Hop BroThe first release is AKKESHI EMERALD, a Summer Hoppy Lager coming out on August 1, 2026, inspired by the summer view along the Hanasaki Line.
MugiThat name sparkles already! But Summer Hoppy Lager means crisp like a lager with extra hop aroma, right?
Hop BroExactly. It keeps that clean lager finish, then layers in aroma from Motueka, El Dorado, Citra to brighten it up.
MugiHold on, who is Motueka? That sounds less like beer and more like a festival headliner!
Hop BroNot a person, a hop variety. Think lime, melon, and a breezy lift. That's what builds the fresh summer aroma here.
MugiOhhh, and it reflects the green scenery of Bekanbeushi Wetland too? That's basically drinking the train view, and I love that.
Hop BroIt is 5.0% ABV, 350ml, and 850 yen, sold at the brewery, online, and even some JR Hokkaido kiosks.
MugiMy throat is ready to board already! On August 1, I want a toast with Emerald and a full imaginary trip through summer Hanasaki Line.
Huîtrière, a craft beer brand based in Akkeshi, Hokkaido, has launched a new project themed around the Hanasaki Line. The local railway connects Kushiro and Nemuro, and the brewery says part of the proceeds from the series will be donated to support activities for the line.
First release: AKKESHI EMERALD
The first beer in the Hanasaki Line collection is AKKESHI EMERALD. The brewery describes it as a summer hoppy lager inspired by the fresh summer air seen from the train window.
- Release date: August 1, 2026
- Style: Summer Hoppy Lager
- ABV: 5.0%
- Hops: Motueka, El Dorado, Citra
- Size: 350ml
- Price: JPY 850 (tax included)
According to the release, the beer offers a bright aroma reminiscent of lime and melon, with a clear, clean finish. The visual concept draws on the green tones of the Bekanbeushi Wetland and the transparent feel of the summer landscape around the line.
Sales will begin at Huîtrière's brewery shop, the official online store, selected JR Hokkaido Fresh Kiosk locations, selected AEON Hokkaido stores, and the Roadside Station Akkeshi Gourmet Park MIKAKU Terminal Conchiglie. AEON Sapporo Hiragishi is scheduled to start selling the beer on August 7.
Founded in 2024, Huîtrière positions itself around the idea of "nurturing time." The name comes from French and means "a place where oysters grow," reflecting the brewery's connection to Akkeshi, a town known for its oysters and coastal landscape. This project extends that philosophy into a beer series tied to the future of a local railway and the scenery along it.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBig Hokkaido news today: huîtrière just kicked off the Hanasaki Line Project, and the first beer sounds seriously good.
MugiWait, a beer that supports a local train line? Donate by drinking is almost too powerful for me to handle!
Hop BroThe first release is AKKESHI EMERALD, a Summer Hoppy Lager coming out on August 1, 2026, inspired by the summer view along the Hanasaki Line.
MugiThat name sparkles already! But Summer Hoppy Lager means crisp like a lager with extra hop aroma, right?
Hop BroExactly. It keeps that clean lager finish, then layers in aroma from Motueka, El Dorado, Citra to brighten it up.
MugiHold on, who is Motueka? That sounds less like beer and more like a festival headliner!
Hop BroNot a person, a hop variety. Think lime, melon, and a breezy lift. That's what builds the fresh summer aroma here.
MugiOhhh, and it reflects the green scenery of Bekanbeushi Wetland too? That's basically drinking the train view, and I love that.
Hop BroIt is 5.0% ABV, 350ml, and 850 yen, sold at the brewery, online, and even some JR Hokkaido kiosks.
MugiMy throat is ready to board already! On August 1, I want a toast with Emerald and a full imaginary trip through summer Hanasaki Line.
