HOP MAN in Chigasaki taps Shonan Beer’s Kataura Lemon Ale
Beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki has tapped Kumazawa Brewing’s Shonan Beer Kataura Lemon Ale. The fruit beer, brewed with lemons from the Kataura area of Odawara, brings bright citrus aroma, crisp acidity, and a clean bitter finish.
Hop BroToday's topic: Kataura Lemon Ale just got tapped at HOP MAN in Chigasaki.
MugiWhat! That's the craft beer hideout on Jukkensaka's second floor, right? The name alone sounds dangerous for my wallet!
Hop BroExactly. And the beer itself is Shonan Beer by Kumazawa Shuzo, a fruit beer made with lemons from Kataura in Odawara.
MugiOoh! When I hear fruit beer, I imagine sweet lemonade. Is it that kind of easy drinker?
Hop BroThat's the clever part. You get lemon-peel aroma, soft acidity, and a clean bitter finish that brings it right back into beer territory.
MugiWait, clean bitter finish suddenly sounds like a chemistry club meeting. What does that actually mean?
Hop BroIt means the bitterness tightens up the sip at the end, so the sweetness never takes over. That's why it has a food-friendly balance.
MugiAhh, got it! Then with sashimi, white fish, or salty appetizers, that citrus snap would shine even more!
Hop BroExactly. It's not a flashy one-hit wonder, it's a slow-burn kind of pint that reveals more with every sip.
MugiAnd HOP MAN is already the kind of place where checking the taps is half the fun, so this feels like a perfect first glass.
Hop BroWith warmer days coming, it's great at the start of a meal or as a palate reset. I'm ready for a Chigasaki pint right now.
HOP MAN, a beer pub in Chigasaki’s Jukkenzaka area, has tapped Kumazawa Brewing’s Shonan Beer "Kataura Lemon Ale." Brewed with lemons from the Kataura district of Odawara, the fruit beer is defined by lemon peel aroma, soft acidity, and a finishing bitterness that keeps the pint feeling clean and balanced.
HOP MAN is the kind of place where beer lovers stop by to see what is on tap now. Located on the second floor, it offers a calm setting a little away from the street, making it easy to slow down and choose the next glass with care. For regulars and first-time visitors alike, the appeal lies in checking which guest beers are currently connected.
Kataura Lemon Ale works especially well as a food beer. Its fruit character is present, but it does not lean overly sweet, so it pairs naturally with sashimi, white fish, light appetizers, and savory snacks. The lemon-driven freshness also makes it feel at home in the Shonan atmosphere, which suits Chigasaki particularly well.
As the weather warms up, this is the kind of beer that can open a meal or reset the palate between dishes. At HOP MAN, it is a guest pour worth noting not just for its citrus profile, but for the seasonal feel it brings to the bar.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's topic: Kataura Lemon Ale just got tapped at HOP MAN in Chigasaki.
MugiWhat! That's the craft beer hideout on Jukkensaka's second floor, right? The name alone sounds dangerous for my wallet!
Hop BroExactly. And the beer itself is Shonan Beer by Kumazawa Shuzo, a fruit beer made with lemons from Kataura in Odawara.
MugiOoh! When I hear fruit beer, I imagine sweet lemonade. Is it that kind of easy drinker?
Hop BroThat's the clever part. You get lemon-peel aroma, soft acidity, and a clean bitter finish that brings it right back into beer territory.
MugiWait, clean bitter finish suddenly sounds like a chemistry club meeting. What does that actually mean?
Hop BroIt means the bitterness tightens up the sip at the end, so the sweetness never takes over. That's why it has a food-friendly balance.
MugiAhh, got it! Then with sashimi, white fish, or salty appetizers, that citrus snap would shine even more!
Hop BroExactly. It's not a flashy one-hit wonder, it's a slow-burn kind of pint that reveals more with every sip.
MugiAnd HOP MAN is already the kind of place where checking the taps is half the fun, so this feels like a perfect first glass.
Hop BroWith warmer days coming, it's great at the start of a meal or as a palate reset. I'm ready for a Chigasaki pint right now.
