Shinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Aisu, located in Ueno, Tokyo, has announced its new beer, “Risshu Bakushu.”

The beer is a collaboration brew made with fresh hops cultivated and harvested through the local Shinobazu Hop Project. It is described as an American lager-style beer with an alcohol content of 6.23%. According to the brewery’s announcement, the beer offers autumn-like richness, gentle acidity, and a refreshing aroma from fresh hops.

The beer appears to balance the crisp, easy-drinking character associated with lagers with the vibrant freshness of newly harvested hops. Its rounded malt profile gives it a seasonal depth, while the bright hop aroma keeps the finish feeling light and refreshing. It is a beer suited to the transition from summer into autumn.

Shinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Aisu is a brewery and restaurant in Ueno, Taito City, known for pairing house-brewed beer with lamb dishes. The brewery’s official website says its beers were created with the aim of supporting Shinobazu Pond and the surrounding neighborhood. Alongside its regular beers, the brewery also produces seasonal and limited releases using a variety of local and distinctive ingredients.

“Risshu Bakushu” connects locally grown hops with a brewery rooted in the Ueno neighborhood. It should appeal both to drinkers looking for a fresh-hopped beer and to those who want to enjoy a seasonal brew alongside lamb cuisine. Availability may vary, so checking with the brewery before visiting is recommended.