Himeji Hatoya Beer Gran Festa Store Resumes Sales of the Hato Set After IPA Restock
On March 17, 2026, Himeji Hatoya Beer Gran Festa Store announced on Instagram that its out-of-stock "IPA" had been restocked. It also announced that sales of the "Hato Set" would resume. The store is located in Gran Festa 2nd Avenue in front of Himeji Station, making it an easy stop along the way.
Hop BroBreaking news! At Himeji Hatoya Beer Gran Festa Store, an announcement about the IPA restock that had been out of stock was posted on March 17.
MugiWhat! So many people must have been waiting for that! And the Hato Set sales resumption mentioned in the title means the set is back too?
Hop BroExactly. At Gran Festa 2nd Avenue in front of Himeji Station, the Hato Set is restarting at the same time as the IPA restock.
MugiOh, I see! But when you say IPA, it sounds kind of strong... is it that hop-forward kind of beer?
Hop BroThat's a good understanding! IPA is a style with pronounced bitterness and aroma, a beer you enjoy for its aroma and bitterness.
MugiWhat is that! In my head, aroma and bitterness now sounds like citrus doing strength training!?
Hop BroThat analogy is genius (laughs). In short, it's a nose-first pint that makes you sniff the aroma and go, "Oh!" with the first sip.
MugiI get it! And if it's open from 10:00 to 20:00 with L.O. at 19:30, it's the perfect station-front route to stop by while shopping!
Hop BroAlso, Himeji Hatoya Beer is a brand run by Hatoya, the kamaboko maker, and its appeal is its design that stays close to the dining table as an extension of local food culture.
MugiWow, hearing that makes me want to drink it for sure! Today's plan is now officially IPA and Hato Set for a toast!
Himeji Hatoya Beer (Himeji Hatoya Beer) Gran Festa Store announced that the long-out-of-stock IPA has been restocked. In the post, it also announced the resumption of sales of the "Hato Set." For people looking for craft beer near the station, the options have returned.
What the post announced
- The out-of-stock IPA has been restocked
- Sales of the Hato Set have resumed
- Store information (188-1 Ekimaecho, Himeji City, Gran Festa 2nd Avenue)
- Business hours are 10:00-20:00 (L.O. 19:30)
This announcement was not just a simple stock replenishment; it also reaffirmed how convenient the shop is. Located so it can be visited in between shopping and moving around the Himeji Station area, it continues to be strong in meeting craft beer takeout demand.
Himeji Hatoya Beer is a craft beer brand developed by Hatoya Co., Ltd., the company that has continued making kamaboko in Himeji, Hyogo. On its official website, it promotes "a delicious time" and says it aims to create Himeji-born craft beer that will become a staple at the dining table. In addition, the brewery is adjacent to Hatoya's head office, and it is characterized by carrying forward the food-making philosophy it has had since its founding into its beer as well.
Because it is a brewery rooted in local food culture, the restock of a standard label connects directly to everyday drinking. With the IPA restocked, the Gran Festa store's lineup appears to have regained its depth once again.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBreaking news! At Himeji Hatoya Beer Gran Festa Store, an announcement about the IPA restock that had been out of stock was posted on March 17.
MugiWhat! So many people must have been waiting for that! And the Hato Set sales resumption mentioned in the title means the set is back too?
Hop BroExactly. At Gran Festa 2nd Avenue in front of Himeji Station, the Hato Set is restarting at the same time as the IPA restock.
MugiOh, I see! But when you say IPA, it sounds kind of strong... is it that hop-forward kind of beer?
Hop BroThat's a good understanding! IPA is a style with pronounced bitterness and aroma, a beer you enjoy for its aroma and bitterness.
MugiWhat is that! In my head, aroma and bitterness now sounds like citrus doing strength training!?
Hop BroThat analogy is genius (laughs). In short, it's a nose-first pint that makes you sniff the aroma and go, "Oh!" with the first sip.
MugiI get it! And if it's open from 10:00 to 20:00 with L.O. at 19:30, it's the perfect station-front route to stop by while shopping!
Hop BroAlso, Himeji Hatoya Beer is a brand run by Hatoya, the kamaboko maker, and its appeal is its design that stays close to the dining table as an extension of local food culture.
MugiWow, hearing that makes me want to drink it for sure! Today's plan is now officially IPA and Hato Set for a toast!
