Johana Beer to Have a Booth at Kanazawa's "Spy and Foam," Held for the First Time in 7 Years; Direct Sales Shop to Close Temporarily
At Kanazawa Shiinoki Guest House, the event "Spy and Foam," which first debuted in 2019 and drew a strong response, will be revived this weekend for the first time in seven years. It is an event where you can enjoy Kanazawa's spice dishes and Hokuriku craft beer in the Stone Plaza, and Johana Beer will also have a booth.
Hop BroAt Kanazawa Shiinoki Guest House, Spy and Foam after 7 years is making a comeback. Johana Beer will also have a booth, so it should be a pretty hot weekend.
MugiWait, seven years? That's been such a long time!? And craft beer gathering at a Kanazawa event means the kind of thing that makes you hungry before you even go!
Hop BroThat's right. The venue is the Stone Plaza at Shiinoki Guest House, where you can leisurely enjoy Kanazawa's spice dishes and Hokuriku beer. The best part is being able to drink casually outdoors.
MugiSpice dishes and beer go together? I kind of picture the heat just making the beer disappear!
Hop BroThat's what's interesting about it. The bitterness of hops and the sweetness of malt help catch the contours of the spiciness nicely. It's easy to pair with strongly aromatic dishes too, so figuring out the match is fun.
MugiOhhh! So Johana Beer's beers are perfect for trying different flavor combinations!
Hop BroYep. Johana Beer is a brewery in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture, and the foundation is Johana's rich natural environment and water containing natural minerals. The appeal is that they make beers that bring out the character of the land.
MugiWait, water matters that much!? Now I suddenly want to go brewery exploring!
Hop BroWhat's more, the direct sales shop is temporarily closed to match the event booth. That's from May 12 to 21, so anyone going to buy should check the dates.
MugiThen we'll just have to enjoy ourselves by eating and drinking there! I want to taste-test at the venue while enjoying spice dishes and Johana Beer!
Hop BroExactly. Opportunities to pair Hokuriku craft beer with spice dishes in downtown Kanazawa are rare.
MugiYeah, this is making me want to go out this weekend for a relaxed toast!
Returning After 7 Years
According to Johana Beer's Instagram post, the event "Spy and Foam," which was first held in 2019 at Kanazawa Shiinoki Guest House and drew a big response, will take place again for the first time in seven years. The venue is the open Stone Plaza at Shiinoki Guest House. It is being introduced as an event where visitors can leisurely enjoy spice dishes from popular Kanazawa restaurants and craft beer from Hokuriku.
Johana Beer is also scheduled to set up a booth. The post also mentions the weather forecast, suggesting this is an event designed for outdoor food and drink. The appeal of pairing spice dishes with beer is that the clear flavors and heat of spicy food go well with the bitterness of hops and the sweetness of malt.
About Johana Beer
Johana Beer is a brewery based in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture. Its official website says that Johana's rich natural environment and water containing natural minerals form the foundation of its brewing. Backed by the character of Nanto, it offers a wide lineup ranging from regular beers to limited editions, continuing to make beers that reflect the local personality.
In this post, the brewery also announced that its direct sales shop will be temporarily closed from May 12 to May 21 to coincide with the event booth. People heading to the venue will likely enjoy buying and tasting beers there.
Highlights for Beer Lovers
Events like "Spy and Foam," where food and beer can be enjoyed side by side at the same venue, make it easy to experience the character of each label. That is because you can drink while exploring pairings, such as a refreshing beer that goes well with spicy dishes and a hop-forward beer that complements strongly aromatic food.
With a Hokuriku brewery like Johana Beer taking part, the connection between local ingredients, seasonings, and craft beer also becomes easier to see. It is an event worth watching as a chance to slowly enjoy spice dishes and beer in downtown Kanazawa.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Kanazawa Shiinoki Guest House, Spy and Foam after 7 years is making a comeback. Johana Beer will also have a booth, so it should be a pretty hot weekend.
MugiWait, seven years? That's been such a long time!? And craft beer gathering at a Kanazawa event means the kind of thing that makes you hungry before you even go!
Hop BroThat's right. The venue is the Stone Plaza at Shiinoki Guest House, where you can leisurely enjoy Kanazawa's spice dishes and Hokuriku beer. The best part is being able to drink casually outdoors.
MugiSpice dishes and beer go together? I kind of picture the heat just making the beer disappear!
Hop BroThat's what's interesting about it. The bitterness of hops and the sweetness of malt help catch the contours of the spiciness nicely. It's easy to pair with strongly aromatic dishes too, so figuring out the match is fun.
MugiOhhh! So Johana Beer's beers are perfect for trying different flavor combinations!
Hop BroYep. Johana Beer is a brewery in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture, and the foundation is Johana's rich natural environment and water containing natural minerals. The appeal is that they make beers that bring out the character of the land.
MugiWait, water matters that much!? Now I suddenly want to go brewery exploring!
Hop BroWhat's more, the direct sales shop is temporarily closed to match the event booth. That's from May 12 to 21, so anyone going to buy should check the dates.
MugiThen we'll just have to enjoy ourselves by eating and drinking there! I want to taste-test at the venue while enjoying spice dishes and Johana Beer!
Hop BroExactly. Opportunities to pair Hokuriku craft beer with spice dishes in downtown Kanazawa are rare.
MugiYeah, this is making me want to go out this weekend for a relaxed toast!
