ALE HOUSE Kamiya taps Kurooni Stout 〜Kato SP Ver. from Oni Densetsu
On July 9, ALE HOUSE Kamiya, a beer pub in Umeda, Osaka, announced a new tap: Kurooni Stout 〜Kato SP Ver. from Noboribetsu Beer Oni Densetsu. The stout is presented as rich, bitter, and gently sweet, with the pub suggesting a side-by-side taste comparison with its own Kurooni drink.
Hop BroToday it’s all about Kuro Oni Stout on tap at ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Higashi-Umeda. On July 9, they tapped “Kuro Oni Stout: Kato SP Ver.,” and it sounds seriously tempting.
MugiWait, that name is intense! “Black Demon” already sounds like a final boss. Who actually brewed it?
Hop BroIt was brewed by Noboribetsu Ji-Beer Oni Densetsu, and served at Kamiya. Apparently it turns the pub’s popular beer cocktail “Kuro Oni” into a full-on stout.
MugiWhat is that! What even is stout? It’s dark and rich, and my stomach is already holding a meeting.
Hop BroStout is basically a deeply roasted dark beer. Roasting the malt gives it that coffee-like aroma and full body.
MugiOhhh! So when the article says roast-derived bitterness, it’s not scary jargon, it just means that toasty flavor?
Hop BroExactly. That roasty coffee-like bitterness is supposed to feel like an iced coffee in the afternoon. And it’s balanced with richness and sweetness, so it still goes down smoothly.
MugiThat sounds amazing! Like iced coffee is such a friendly way into a black beer. I could totally fall into that stout swamp.
Hop BroAnd Kamiya is even suggesting a side-by-side tasting with their house “Kuro Oni.” That’s a great way to see what makes the Kato SP Ver. distinct.
MugiWow, my brain booked it as a tasting party already! And with basement seating plus a third floor, that place sounds dangerously convenient.
Hop BroIt really makes me want fried chicken with it, and staying open late on weekdays is a strong move too. For dark beer fans, this sounds like one to sip slowly.
MugiI’m fully at I need this now. Hop bro, first the Kuro Oni Stout, then the comparison flight, and we let the whole night go beautifully black!
On July 9, 2026, ALE HOUSE Kamiya, a beer pub in downtown Osaka’s Doyamacho area, announced a fresh tap: Kurooni Stout 〜Kato SP Ver. from Noboribetsu Beer Oni Densetsu. The beer is described as a stout inspired by the venue’s own “Kurooni,” which had previously appeared as a beer cocktail at the pub.
According to the shop’s note, the stout delivers a strong roasted character with firm bitterness and a touch of sweetness, making for a well-balanced pint. The pub even compares the roast-driven bitterness to an iced coffee in the afternoon, suggesting a beer that is easy to sip slowly rather than rush through.
ALE HOUSE Kamiya sits in the basement of the K1 Building and is set up as a true beer pub: craft beer, fried chicken, food, and long opening hours. The B1F bar stays open late, with even longer hours on Fridays, holidays, and Saturdays, while the 3F space gives the venue more flexibility for casual drinks or larger gatherings. For stout fans, this new tap is especially interesting as it can be tasted alongside Kamiya’s own Kurooni for a direct comparison of house style and brewery interpretation.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday it’s all about Kuro Oni Stout on tap at ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Higashi-Umeda. On July 9, they tapped “Kuro Oni Stout: Kato SP Ver.,” and it sounds seriously tempting.
MugiWait, that name is intense! “Black Demon” already sounds like a final boss. Who actually brewed it?
Hop BroIt was brewed by Noboribetsu Ji-Beer Oni Densetsu, and served at Kamiya. Apparently it turns the pub’s popular beer cocktail “Kuro Oni” into a full-on stout.
MugiWhat is that! What even is stout? It’s dark and rich, and my stomach is already holding a meeting.
Hop BroStout is basically a deeply roasted dark beer. Roasting the malt gives it that coffee-like aroma and full body.
MugiOhhh! So when the article says roast-derived bitterness, it’s not scary jargon, it just means that toasty flavor?
Hop BroExactly. That roasty coffee-like bitterness is supposed to feel like an iced coffee in the afternoon. And it’s balanced with richness and sweetness, so it still goes down smoothly.
MugiThat sounds amazing! Like iced coffee is such a friendly way into a black beer. I could totally fall into that stout swamp.
Hop BroAnd Kamiya is even suggesting a side-by-side tasting with their house “Kuro Oni.” That’s a great way to see what makes the Kato SP Ver. distinct.
MugiWow, my brain booked it as a tasting party already! And with basement seating plus a third floor, that place sounds dangerously convenient.
Hop BroIt really makes me want fried chicken with it, and staying open late on weekdays is a strong move too. For dark beer fans, this sounds like one to sip slowly.
MugiI’m fully at I need this now. Hop bro, first the Kuro Oni Stout, then the comparison flight, and we let the whole night go beautifully black!
