ROCK Joins Chefs Bar in Yatsugatake, Selling Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown
The beer pub ROCK in Kiyosato, Hokuto City, Yamanashi, will take part in "Chefs Bar in Yatsugatake," which opens on March 7, 2026. At the venue, the Yatsugatake Brewery’s "Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown" series will be on sale, along with limited-edition beers.
Hop BroThe beer pub ROCK in Kiyosato is going to join Chefs Bar in Yatsugatake. Just the idea of chefs and Yatsugatake drinks gathering at Moeginomura Plaza is enough to make my stomach start buzzing with excitement.
MugiWhat? There’s lots of beer too? I thought this was a food event, but now I’m suddenly thirsty!
Hop BroOf course. The Moeginomura brewery that runs ROCK will be there with Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown. From the world-award-winning First Down to Pilsner, Dunkel, Kiyosato Lager, and Premium Rock Bock, the lineup is seriously strong.
MugiWhat! I’ve heard of Pilsner, but Dunkel and Rock Bock sound kind of tough just from the names, don’t they?
Hop BroNice reaction. Pilsner is known for its malty richness and clear bitterness, Dunkel is a dark lager with the aroma of caramel malt, and Rock Bock is a dark beer with extra malt and hops.
MugiWhoa! Extra malt and hops sounds like beer going to the gym. Can beer really get that buff!?
Hop BroMore than a workout, it’s a boost in flavor. And First Down is a draft beer made with Hokuto-grown Hile rice, designed for your first glass, while Kiyosato Lager is crisp and refreshing. It’s built to carry you from the first sip to the final aftertaste.
MugiThat’s awesome! It sounds like a tasting paradise. Pair that with wood-fired dishes or charcoal grilling and it’s basically victory, right?
Hop BroThat’s exactly the highlight. You can work your way through labels that pair well with meat dishes, and since it starts at 12:00 on March 7, 2026, and also runs on the 8th, you’ll have time to enjoy it at a relaxed pace.
MugiThen it’s decided! I want to toast in the Kiyosato highlands, and if I drink ROCK’s draft beer on site, it’s definitely going to be amazing!
ROCK to Set Up at a Yatsugatake Festival of Food and Drink
Beer pub ROCK, located in Kiyosato, Takane Town, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, will have a booth at "Chefs Bar in Yatsugatake 2026," held at Moeginomura Plaza on March 7 and 8, 2026. On the first day, March 7, the event begins with a toast and start at 12:00, bringing together Yatsugatake’s chefs and local drinks over two days.
The Spotlight Is on Yatsugatake Brewery’s Tap-Down Beer
At the Yatsugatake Brewery venue, the beers from the Moeginomura company that operates ROCK, "Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown," will be sold. The lineup includes the world-award-winning "First Down," the malt-forward flagship "Pilsner," the "Dunkel" with its pronounced richness from roasted malt, the crisp "Kiyosato Lager," and the dark, robust "Premium Rock Bock" at 7% ABV.
- First Down: A draft beer designed for the first glass, made with Hakushu rice from Hokuto
- Pilsner: The standard beer centered on malty flavor and a clean bitterness
- Dunkel: A dark lager with the fragrant character of caramel malt
- Kiyosato Lager: A golden lager with a clean, refreshing mouthfeel
- Premium Rock Bock: A dark beer with extra malt and hops
A Lineup That Also Pairs Well with Food
The Yatsugatake Chefs Bar is known as an event where you can enjoy dishes from popular chefs alongside sake and other drinks made with Yatsugatake’s famous water. With beer pubs like ROCK joining in, it should also be easy to sample brews with an eye toward pairing them with meat dishes, wood-fired cooking, and charcoal-grilled fare. In the fresh air of the Kiyosato highlands and the open atmosphere unique to Moeginomura, there should be plenty of enjoyment in tasting each Touchdown label in turn.
The Appeal of ROCK as a Venue
ROCK is known as one of Kiyosato’s signature beer pubs. This appearance also brings the shop’s character itself into the event venue. On site, it should be a chance not only for people who want to enjoy beer with their meal, but also for those who usually encounter it only in bottles or cans, to discover the live appeal of Yatsugatake Brewery’s beer.
Event Information
- March 7, 2026, 12:00-20:00
- March 8, 2026, 11:00-15:00
- Venue: Moeginomura Plaza (Kiyosato, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture)
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe beer pub ROCK in Kiyosato is going to join Chefs Bar in Yatsugatake. Just the idea of chefs and Yatsugatake drinks gathering at Moeginomura Plaza is enough to make my stomach start buzzing with excitement.
MugiWhat? There’s lots of beer too? I thought this was a food event, but now I’m suddenly thirsty!
Hop BroOf course. The Moeginomura brewery that runs ROCK will be there with Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown. From the world-award-winning First Down to Pilsner, Dunkel, Kiyosato Lager, and Premium Rock Bock, the lineup is seriously strong.
MugiWhat! I’ve heard of Pilsner, but Dunkel and Rock Bock sound kind of tough just from the names, don’t they?
Hop BroNice reaction. Pilsner is known for its malty richness and clear bitterness, Dunkel is a dark lager with the aroma of caramel malt, and Rock Bock is a dark beer with extra malt and hops.
MugiWhoa! Extra malt and hops sounds like beer going to the gym. Can beer really get that buff!?
Hop BroMore than a workout, it’s a boost in flavor. And First Down is a draft beer made with Hokuto-grown Hile rice, designed for your first glass, while Kiyosato Lager is crisp and refreshing. It’s built to carry you from the first sip to the final aftertaste.
MugiThat’s awesome! It sounds like a tasting paradise. Pair that with wood-fired dishes or charcoal grilling and it’s basically victory, right?
Hop BroThat’s exactly the highlight. You can work your way through labels that pair well with meat dishes, and since it starts at 12:00 on March 7, 2026, and also runs on the 8th, you’ll have time to enjoy it at a relaxed pace.
MugiThen it’s decided! I want to toast in the Kiyosato highlands, and if I drink ROCK’s draft beer on site, it’s definitely going to be amazing!
