Kens Brewery Begins Serving Spring-Limited "Sakura Saison Mai" from March 7
Kens Brewery in Sagamihara, Kanagawa announced in an Instagram post at 12:12 on March 7, 2026 that it would tap its seasonal limited beer "Sakura Saison Mai (Mai)." It is a springlike beer with a story behind it, brewed to mark a milestone in the owner’s family.
Hop BroHere’s a spring story for you: Kens Brewery in Sagamihara, Kanagawa tapped its seasonal limited "Sakura Saison Mai" on March 7!
MugiWhat! The name alone screams spring! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt’s a saison. Light and dry, with aromas that rise softly, so it fits the feel of the season really well.
MugiWait, what? Does "dry" mean bitter? Now I’m scared it’s going to start talking back to me!
Hop BroThat’s important. "Dry" means it doesn’t leave much sweetness behind and finishes crisp. It’s the kind you take a sip of and immediately want another!
MugiWhoa. And after reading the article, I saw it was brewed because the owner’s daughter is getting married... that’s so moving!
Hop BroExactly. They announced it in an Instagram post at 12:12 on March 7, and they were honest about how, because it was their first try, some parts didn’t turn out exactly as intended. That honesty is so craft beer.
MugiSo it’s not just the finished beer, but the brewer’s current feelings poured into it too! And there’s a GATOS monthly live event the next day too? That sounds like the perfect weekend!
Hop BroThe shop is in Yabe, and they always have around eight kinds of craft beer, plus food made with local ingredients. It’s also drawing attention as a seasonal follow-up to 2024’s "Nishimon Ale."
MugiIt’s settled then! Let’s go drink "Sakura Saison Mai" while it’s still spring! I’ll make it my first pint, and my second pint has to come with your "bonus saison commentary," Hop!
Kens Brewery opened its Instagram post with, "March is finally the month when cherry blossoms bloom," and announced that it would put "Sakura Saison Mai (Mai)" on tap starting that day. The post also mentioned that the owner said it was "almost my daughter’s wedding," revealing that the beer was brewed as a commemorative release.
They also candidly commented, "Since this is our first attempt, there are parts that didn’t go exactly as planned, but we hope you enjoy that too." Rather than talking only about how complete the beer is, the brewery’s willingness to share where the brewer stands right now is one of the charms of craft beer. The post also mentioned GATOS’s monthly live event the following day, suggesting a weekend where people can enjoy the new spring beer together with music.
Kens Brewery, located in Yabe, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa, says on its official website that it always has around eight kinds of craft beer available. A notable feature is that it can be enjoyed alongside food made with local ingredients. The official news section also announced the start of sales for its first in-house brew, "Nishimon Ale," in 2024, and this time’s "Sakura Saison Mai" is another seasonal offering worth watching from the brewery.
Spring at the taproom is the season when the reassurance of regular offerings is joined by seasonal beers with a twist. March at Kens Brewery is exactly the time to experience that "only now" beer.
Sources
- Instagram post (March 7, 2026)
- Kens Brewery official website
- Official news: "Nishimon Ale" sales begin
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHere’s a spring story for you: Kens Brewery in Sagamihara, Kanagawa tapped its seasonal limited "Sakura Saison Mai" on March 7!
MugiWhat! The name alone screams spring! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt’s a saison. Light and dry, with aromas that rise softly, so it fits the feel of the season really well.
MugiWait, what? Does "dry" mean bitter? Now I’m scared it’s going to start talking back to me!
Hop BroThat’s important. "Dry" means it doesn’t leave much sweetness behind and finishes crisp. It’s the kind you take a sip of and immediately want another!
MugiWhoa. And after reading the article, I saw it was brewed because the owner’s daughter is getting married... that’s so moving!
Hop BroExactly. They announced it in an Instagram post at 12:12 on March 7, and they were honest about how, because it was their first try, some parts didn’t turn out exactly as intended. That honesty is so craft beer.
MugiSo it’s not just the finished beer, but the brewer’s current feelings poured into it too! And there’s a GATOS monthly live event the next day too? That sounds like the perfect weekend!
Hop BroThe shop is in Yabe, and they always have around eight kinds of craft beer, plus food made with local ingredients. It’s also drawing attention as a seasonal follow-up to 2024’s "Nishimon Ale."
MugiIt’s settled then! Let’s go drink "Sakura Saison Mai" while it’s still spring! I’ll make it my first pint, and my second pint has to come with your "bonus saison commentary," Hop!
