Johana Beer's "Hikiyama BLACK" Newly Tapped at ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Osaka
At the beer pub "ALE HOUSE Kamiya" in Doyamacho, Osaka, Johana Beer’s regular beer "Hikiyama BLACK" was newly tapped on March 25, 2026. This BLACK IPA blends the roasty aroma of roasted malt with hop bitterness and aroma, and it’s being introduced as a beer to try not only for black-beer fans, but also for people who usually don’t choose dark beers.
Hop BroAt ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Doyamacho, Osaka, Johana Beer’s regular Hikiyama BLACK has just been newly tapped. It’s a beer that both dark-beer fans and people who are not used to dark beers will want to check out.
MugiWhoa! Hikiyama BLACK already sounds intense from the name alone! But dark beer always feels kind of heavy, doesn’t it...
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting, because this is a BLACK IPA. It’s a style where the roasty aroma of roasted malt is layered with the hop bitterness and aroma typical of an IPA.
MugiBLACK IPA? What is that even supposed to mean! It’s black, but it’s IPA, and now my head is spinning!
Hop BroPut simply, it means that even though it looks black, the star of the show is bitterness and aroma. The roast brings depth and body, while the hops create a crisp edge, so it doesn’t end with heaviness alone.
MugiOhhh! And it says it leaves a subtle sweetness in the aftertaste too, which makes me want to try it! So dark beer can have a softer side like that.
Hop BroExactly, and the post also highlights a clean, refreshing taste. It’s a pretty approachable finish, even for people who aren’t used to dark beer.
MugiDark beer but refreshing? Isn’t that basically cheating? If that’s the case, maybe even a dark-beer beginner like me can handle it!
Hop BroYeah, it’s exactly the kind of beer that aims for that. The balance of roastiness and bitterness is good, so it’s fun to sip slowly and follow how the flavor changes.
MugiAnd if it’s easy to use late into the night in Umeda, that’s perfect! There’s food too, so I could probably just stay there until the next drink...
Hop BroThen let’s start tonight with Hikiyama BLACK. In the basement on the first underground floor of Kamiya, it’s time to get swept up in the waves of roastiness and hops and start thinking about the next drink already.
MugiYeah, I already want to drink it! It’s not even a next-drink candidate anymore, I want to order it right now!
If you want to enjoy craft beer in the Osaka-Umeda area, ALE HOUSE Kamiya is a place you should not miss, with its basement-level beer pub space where you can relax and drink at your own pace. In this latest tap announcement, Johana Beer’s Hikiyama BLACK has arrived.
The Hikiyama BLACK tapped this time is described in the post as one of Johana Beer’s “standard products.” The tasting notes emphasize the style’s BLACK IPA character, with the roasted aroma from roasted malt layered together with hop bitterness and aroma. It also reportedly leaves a subtle sweetness in the aftertaste unique to dark beer, while still delivering the solid drinkability you’d expect from an IPA.
What stands out is that the flavor direction is not just about heaviness. The post describes it as having a “clean, refreshing taste,” presenting it as a beer suited not only to people already familiar with dark beer, but also to those who have tended to avoid dark styles until now. When you want a night drink with a balance of roastiness, bitterness, and a crisp finish, this is exactly the tap to go for.
Kamiya also offers a wide food menu in addition to craft beer, and its business style makes it convenient for late-night use in Umeda. If you’re looking for your “next drink” in Doyamacho, starting with Hikiyama BLACK this time seems like the right move.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Doyamacho, Osaka, Johana Beer’s regular Hikiyama BLACK has just been newly tapped. It’s a beer that both dark-beer fans and people who are not used to dark beers will want to check out.
MugiWhoa! Hikiyama BLACK already sounds intense from the name alone! But dark beer always feels kind of heavy, doesn’t it...
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting, because this is a BLACK IPA. It’s a style where the roasty aroma of roasted malt is layered with the hop bitterness and aroma typical of an IPA.
MugiBLACK IPA? What is that even supposed to mean! It’s black, but it’s IPA, and now my head is spinning!
Hop BroPut simply, it means that even though it looks black, the star of the show is bitterness and aroma. The roast brings depth and body, while the hops create a crisp edge, so it doesn’t end with heaviness alone.
MugiOhhh! And it says it leaves a subtle sweetness in the aftertaste too, which makes me want to try it! So dark beer can have a softer side like that.
Hop BroExactly, and the post also highlights a clean, refreshing taste. It’s a pretty approachable finish, even for people who aren’t used to dark beer.
MugiDark beer but refreshing? Isn’t that basically cheating? If that’s the case, maybe even a dark-beer beginner like me can handle it!
Hop BroYeah, it’s exactly the kind of beer that aims for that. The balance of roastiness and bitterness is good, so it’s fun to sip slowly and follow how the flavor changes.
MugiAnd if it’s easy to use late into the night in Umeda, that’s perfect! There’s food too, so I could probably just stay there until the next drink...
Hop BroThen let’s start tonight with Hikiyama BLACK. In the basement on the first underground floor of Kamiya, it’s time to get swept up in the waves of roastiness and hops and start thinking about the next drink already.
MugiYeah, I already want to drink it! It’s not even a next-drink candidate anymore, I want to order it right now!
