Kamakura Beer to Release Second ROUTE134 Beer, "Sunset IPA," on April 29
On April 29, Kamakura Beer released "Sunset IPA," the second entry in its ROUTE134 Beer series. This amber-colored IPA is inspired by Route 134 at dusk and the coastline of Shonan, and the company is also suggesting a tasting comparison with the first release, "Sunshine IPA."
Hop BroKamakura Beer's Sunset IPA, released on April 29, 2026, really nails the seasonal atmosphere.
MugiOh! So it's the follow-up to Sunshine IPA? Just from the name, I can already see a beach photo in my head!
Hop BroExactly. It's the second entry in the ROUTE134 Beer series, and the theme is Route 134 at dusk. It's like they bottled the twilight of Shonan.
MugiHey, hey, IPAs usually sound bitter, but what about this one? It says clean taste, and now I'm curious!
Hop BroWhat's interesting here is that even though it's an amber-colored IPA with a malty character, the bitterness is kept low enough to only sharpen the finish. A soft sweet aroma and a ripe-fruit-like fragrance come through first.
MugiWow, so even people who usually cry over beer bitterness could drink this! It's pretty gentle if it's easy to recommend to people who don't like bitterness.
Hop BroAnd at 4.5% alcohol, it's light and easygoing, so it's perfect for sipping slowly at sunset. The fact that it comes in 350 ml cans and can be stored at room temperature is quietly convenient too.
MugiWait, being able to keep it at room temperature is great! The fridge shelf is always a battlefield... being easy to stock up on is justice!
Hop BroThe packaging is great too. It features Zaimokuza Beach, Inamuragasaki, Mount Fuji, Enoshima Lighthouse, and even the line of headlights stretching along the road, so the amount of sunset scenery is incredible.
MugiWhat is that! It feels like you're traveling before you even drink it! I want to compare it with Sunshine IPA while looking at the evening scenery of Kamakura and Shonan!
Hop BroThat's the best way to enjoy it, isn't it? Sunshine for the bright daytime, Sunset for twilight. I'm already in the mood to say I want to drink both bottles tonight.
MugiYeah, I want to toast right now while feeling the sea breeze! Let's have a relaxed drink on the night of ROUTE134!
On April 29, 2026, Kamakura Beer released "Sunset IPA," the second entry in its ROUTE134 Beer series. True to its identity as a company born and raised in Kamakura, this new product is themed around the scenery of Route 134, which runs along the Shonan coast.
"Sunset IPA" was designed as a beer to enjoy during the gentle hours before the sun goes down. While the first release, "Sunshine IPA," had a crisp bitterness that suited the sea shining under bright sunlight, the second release is crafted to match the calm atmosphere of dusk. This amber-colored IPA has a gentle malt character, with a slightly sweet aroma and a clean, sharp malt flavor. It also carries a fruity fragrance reminiscent of ripe fruit, while the bitterness is kept restrained so that it only tightens the finish.
According to Kamakura Beer, it is an easy recommendation even for people who dislike beer's bitterness or strong aromas and prefer a clean taste. It has an alcohol content of 4.5%, comes in 350 ml cans, and is being offered as a product that can be stored at room temperature.
The package design, as with the first release, was handled by Kamakura-based illustrator Kanata Yokoyama. It intricately depicts evening scenes from Kamakura and Shonan, including Zaimokuza Beach, Inamuragasaki, Mount Fuji tinted by the sunset, Enoshima Lighthouse, and the headlights stretching along Route 134.
Sales will take place not only at selected stores in the Kamakura and Shonan areas, but also through the online shop. The company is also suggesting the enjoyment of switching between Sunshine IPA and Sunset IPA depending on the time of day and your mood.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKamakura Beer's Sunset IPA, released on April 29, 2026, really nails the seasonal atmosphere.
MugiOh! So it's the follow-up to Sunshine IPA? Just from the name, I can already see a beach photo in my head!
Hop BroExactly. It's the second entry in the ROUTE134 Beer series, and the theme is Route 134 at dusk. It's like they bottled the twilight of Shonan.
MugiHey, hey, IPAs usually sound bitter, but what about this one? It says clean taste, and now I'm curious!
Hop BroWhat's interesting here is that even though it's an amber-colored IPA with a malty character, the bitterness is kept low enough to only sharpen the finish. A soft sweet aroma and a ripe-fruit-like fragrance come through first.
MugiWow, so even people who usually cry over beer bitterness could drink this! It's pretty gentle if it's easy to recommend to people who don't like bitterness.
Hop BroAnd at 4.5% alcohol, it's light and easygoing, so it's perfect for sipping slowly at sunset. The fact that it comes in 350 ml cans and can be stored at room temperature is quietly convenient too.
MugiWait, being able to keep it at room temperature is great! The fridge shelf is always a battlefield... being easy to stock up on is justice!
Hop BroThe packaging is great too. It features Zaimokuza Beach, Inamuragasaki, Mount Fuji, Enoshima Lighthouse, and even the line of headlights stretching along the road, so the amount of sunset scenery is incredible.
MugiWhat is that! It feels like you're traveling before you even drink it! I want to compare it with Sunshine IPA while looking at the evening scenery of Kamakura and Shonan!
Hop BroThat's the best way to enjoy it, isn't it? Sunshine for the bright daytime, Sunset for twilight. I'm already in the mood to say I want to drink both bottles tonight.
MugiYeah, I want to toast right now while feeling the sea breeze! Let's have a relaxed drink on the night of ROUTE134!
