To Commemorate the Sagano Scenic Railway's DE10 Series, Kyoto Arashiyama Brewery Produces 'Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer'
In line with the Sagano Scenic Railway locomotive DE10 series memorial, Kyoto Arashiyama Brewery produced 'Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer' with a trolley-style label. It was first unveiled at 'Tsukimori Night Cherry Blossom Railway' on April 11, and is being introduced as an IPA evoking the spring Hozu River.
Hop BroThis is about Kyoto Arashiyama Brewery brewing Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer to coincide with the DE10 series memorial. It's the kind of thing that makes both rail fans and beer fans grin at the same time.
MugiWait, a beer with a trolley label? It looks cute, but somehow it smells like serious business!
Hop BroExactly. The style is a gorgeous IPA. It's a classic but satisfying balance, with the aroma bursting out first and the bitterness following after.
MugiI hear IPA a lot, but what do you mean by the bitterness follows after!? Being chased by beer sounds kind of scary!
Hop BroDon't worry, it's not scary. IPAs use a solid amount of hops, so the hop bitterness lingers in the aftertaste. 'Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer' is ABV 6.5%, IBU 27, so it's substantial without being too sharp.
MugiOhhh! ABV 6.5% means it's on the stronger side, which is nice. And if it's not too bitter, I might be able to handle it!
Hop BroWhat's more, its first unveiling is at Tsukimori Night Cherry Blossom Railway, which is great. It's tied together with the April 11 night cherry blossoms, a lit-up cruise through Hozukyo Gorge, and a concert, so it's a setup that's fun even before you drink.
MugiWhat is that! The combo of night cherry blossoms and beer is a total win! I might already be applauding on the spot!
Hop BroAnd this bottle is also involved with Katsuragawa Tsukimori-ko, which connects the nature, history, and culture of the Katsura River basin. I like that part of the sales goes toward supporting cultural activities, so it's not just something you drink and that's it.
MugiNice... a beer that supports local culture really gets to me. It's not just delicious, it might even make memories!
Hop BroFrom the Sanjo brewery and brewpub in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, it's also consistent to release it as a beer rooted in Kyoto. This is definitely one of those things that makes you want to enjoy tourism, railways, and craft beer all at once.
MugiYeah, this was completely a makes-you-want-to-drink-it story today! If I watched the night cherry blossoms with a glass of Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer in hand, I think I'd be smiling the whole time!
A Limited IPA Connecting Railways and Local Culture
To mark the Sagano Scenic Railway locomotive DE10 series memorial, Kyoto Arashiyama Brewery created 'Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer.' In an Instagram post, it appeared with a label reminiscent of a trolley and was introduced as a handoff from the canned beer 'Kaiun.' It will make its first appearance at 'Tsukimori Night Cherry Blossom Railway,' held on April 11. The event is planned to be enjoyed together with a illuminated cruise through Hozukyo Gorge and a concert.
This brand is also connected to 'Katsuragawa Tsukimori-ko,' an initiative that uses art to connect the nature, history, and culture of the Katsura River basin. On Kyoto Arashiyama Brewery's official store, it is presented as 'Katsuragawa Beer (IPA),' officially approved by Matsuo Taisha, and is described as an IPA with a gorgeous aroma and bitterness, ABV 6.5%, IBU 27. Another feature is that part of the sales supports cultural activities.
With its Sanjo Brewery and brewpub in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City as its base, the brewery advocates that it 'makes beer rooted in Kyoto that people around the world can enjoy with a smile.' This beer, timed to a railway commemorative project, deserves attention as an effort that reconnects tourism, local culture, and craft beer within a single context.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis is about Kyoto Arashiyama Brewery brewing Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer to coincide with the DE10 series memorial. It's the kind of thing that makes both rail fans and beer fans grin at the same time.
MugiWait, a beer with a trolley label? It looks cute, but somehow it smells like serious business!
Hop BroExactly. The style is a gorgeous IPA. It's a classic but satisfying balance, with the aroma bursting out first and the bitterness following after.
MugiI hear IPA a lot, but what do you mean by the bitterness follows after!? Being chased by beer sounds kind of scary!
Hop BroDon't worry, it's not scary. IPAs use a solid amount of hops, so the hop bitterness lingers in the aftertaste. 'Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer' is ABV 6.5%, IBU 27, so it's substantial without being too sharp.
MugiOhhh! ABV 6.5% means it's on the stronger side, which is nice. And if it's not too bitter, I might be able to handle it!
Hop BroWhat's more, its first unveiling is at Tsukimori Night Cherry Blossom Railway, which is great. It's tied together with the April 11 night cherry blossoms, a lit-up cruise through Hozukyo Gorge, and a concert, so it's a setup that's fun even before you drink.
MugiWhat is that! The combo of night cherry blossoms and beer is a total win! I might already be applauding on the spot!
Hop BroAnd this bottle is also involved with Katsuragawa Tsukimori-ko, which connects the nature, history, and culture of the Katsura River basin. I like that part of the sales goes toward supporting cultural activities, so it's not just something you drink and that's it.
MugiNice... a beer that supports local culture really gets to me. It's not just delicious, it might even make memories!
Hop BroFrom the Sanjo brewery and brewpub in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, it's also consistent to release it as a beer rooted in Kyoto. This is definitely one of those things that makes you want to enjoy tourism, railways, and craft beer all at once.
MugiYeah, this was completely a makes-you-want-to-drink-it story today! If I watched the night cherry blossoms with a glass of Tsukimori Katsuragawa Beer in hand, I think I'd be smiling the whole time!
