Kagiya Brewery to Hold Limited Event in Kawasaki on April 23 for a Tasting Comparison of 20 Craft Beers
On April 23, Kagiya Brewery will host a one-night-only "KAWASAKI BEER JAM 2026" at Kagiya Brewery Taproom in Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki City. In addition to 10 of its own beers, attendees can compare a total of 20 beers, including popular breweries from Japan and abroad, and bringing in food is allowed.
Hop BroA one-night-only event in Kawasaki: Kagiya Brewery is doing "KAWASAKI BEER JAM 2026" on April 23. Beer fans definitely won’t want to miss this one.
MugiWhoa! One-night-only sounds like a live show! But a beer event with a 20-beer tasting comparison? Isn’t that the kind of thing where your stomach gives up first?
Hop BroThat’s the exciting part. On top of Kagiya Brewery’s 10 house beers, they’re bringing in Sierra Nevada, Firestone Walker, and Y.MARKET too, so it’s a really luxurious lineup.
MugiI’ve heard of Sierra Nevada, but what’s the difference between IPA and pale ale? Even when you say different styles, my face is still all scrunched up.
Hop BroBroadly speaking, IPA has a stronger hop presence, with more noticeable aroma and bitterness. Pale ale is a bit easier to drink, and lager is on the crisp side. So it’s basically a very clear flavor comparison competition.
MugiI get it! And the venue is an on-site brewery beer bar, so it sounds like you can even taste the fresh-brewed feeling. It already sounds delicious, like you’re enjoying the atmosphere of the place itself!
Hop BroExactly. Kagiya Brewery Taproom is like the face of Kagiya Brewery, based in Musashi-Nakahara. The vibe of handcrafted brewing rooted in the local community comes straight through into the event.
MugiAnd bringing in food is free! Then I’ll go in carrying fried chicken and try to marry it to lager... no, I mean, please let me!
Hop BroThat’s actually a pretty solid idea. Pairing IPA with spicy food or stout with chocolate can instantly open up a lot of pairing discoveries.
MugiAnd if the fee is 3,500 yen (before tax), that seems perfect for trying 20 types a little at a time! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and taps open at 8:00 p.m., so it’s the kind of thing that makes you restless before it even starts!
Hop BroIn the end, the best part is tasting your way through and finding a favorite. On April 23, it’s a toast in Kawasaki. That’s the plan.
MugiYeah, I’m in full beer mode now! A night that makes you want to drink is exactly what events like this are for!
Kagiya Brewery will hold a craft beer tasting event, "KAWASAKI BEER JAM 2026," at Kagiya Brewery Taproom in Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki City. The event will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026, as a one-night-only program, with doors opening at 7:00 p.m., taps opening at 8:00 p.m., and the event ending at 9:30 p.m.
The main highlight this time is the chance to enjoy a total of 20 kinds of beer all at once. The lineup includes 10 beers from Kagiya Brewery, plus 3 from the U.S.-based Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., 3 from Firestone Walker Brewing Company, and 4 from Nagoya's Y.MARKET BREWING. With IPA, pale ale, lager, and other styles, the format makes it easy for craft beer fans to compare differences in flavor and see the breadth of the lineup.
Kagiya Brewery Taproom, the venue, is an on-site brewery beer bar operated by Kagiya Brewery. The strengths of the brewery, which handcrafts and sells original craft beer in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, are directly reflected in the event experience. Based in Musashi-Nakahara in Kawasaki City, Kagiya Brewery also operates stores in Musashi-Kosugi and Jiyugaoka, continuing to promote craft beer rooted in the local community.
Another feature of the event is that bringing in food is free. Because attendees can try their own pairings, such as IPA with spicy food, stout with chocolate, and lager with fried chicken, it is more than just a tasting session; it can also be used as a place to enjoy discovering pairings. The admission fee is 3,500 yen (before tax). It is an event suited to people who want to experience a wide range of beers at once or casually compare craft beers.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA one-night-only event in Kawasaki: Kagiya Brewery is doing "KAWASAKI BEER JAM 2026" on April 23. Beer fans definitely won’t want to miss this one.
MugiWhoa! One-night-only sounds like a live show! But a beer event with a 20-beer tasting comparison? Isn’t that the kind of thing where your stomach gives up first?
Hop BroThat’s the exciting part. On top of Kagiya Brewery’s 10 house beers, they’re bringing in Sierra Nevada, Firestone Walker, and Y.MARKET too, so it’s a really luxurious lineup.
MugiI’ve heard of Sierra Nevada, but what’s the difference between IPA and pale ale? Even when you say different styles, my face is still all scrunched up.
Hop BroBroadly speaking, IPA has a stronger hop presence, with more noticeable aroma and bitterness. Pale ale is a bit easier to drink, and lager is on the crisp side. So it’s basically a very clear flavor comparison competition.
MugiI get it! And the venue is an on-site brewery beer bar, so it sounds like you can even taste the fresh-brewed feeling. It already sounds delicious, like you’re enjoying the atmosphere of the place itself!
Hop BroExactly. Kagiya Brewery Taproom is like the face of Kagiya Brewery, based in Musashi-Nakahara. The vibe of handcrafted brewing rooted in the local community comes straight through into the event.
MugiAnd bringing in food is free! Then I’ll go in carrying fried chicken and try to marry it to lager... no, I mean, please let me!
Hop BroThat’s actually a pretty solid idea. Pairing IPA with spicy food or stout with chocolate can instantly open up a lot of pairing discoveries.
MugiAnd if the fee is 3,500 yen (before tax), that seems perfect for trying 20 types a little at a time! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and taps open at 8:00 p.m., so it’s the kind of thing that makes you restless before it even starts!
Hop BroIn the end, the best part is tasting your way through and finding a favorite. On April 23, it’s a toast in Kawasaki. That’s the plan.
MugiYeah, I’m in full beer mode now! A night that makes you want to drink is exactly what events like this are for!
