Golden Rabbit Beer Unveils Seasonal "Hinohikari"; Nine Taps on Offer This Weekend
Golden Rabbit Beer in Nara announced the release of its seasonal "Hinohikari." In a post dated February 26, 2026, the brewery said this year’s version was finished in a "clear, light color." It also revealed the taproom hours for the weekend, along with a lineup of nine beers on tap including Hinohikari.
Hop BroNews from Nara is here! Golden Rabbit Beer is releasing its seasonal Hinohikari, and they’re putting nine taps on this weekend.
MugiWhoa! That’s exciting! Golden Rabbit Beer is the brewery in Naramachi, right?
Hop BroExactly. What sets them apart is the brewery under the taproom, and they’ve long been making beer that uses Nara ingredients to the fullest.
MugiOhhh! But when I hear "release," it sounds super official! What does release mean here?
Hop BroNothing complicated, it just means they’ve started serving a new batch. This one is being described as finished in a clear, light color.
MugiI see! So "ON TAP 9 varieties" means nine faucets lined up? That kind of feels like a theme park!
Hop BroThat’s the idea. Soramitsu, Aonyoshi, Aonisai, and nine varieties including Hinohikari are what you can drink at the same time, and that’s the point this time.
MugiThe names are already strong! "Sumomo, 10 Years" and "Aka no Kawane" too, and having experimental lineup items in there is so interesting!
Hop BroThey’ve got everything from the regulars to the more adventurous labels, and there’s a reason to drink the seasonal one now. You’ll want to aim for a beer you can only have right now when the weekend hours begin.
MugiIf it starts at 7:00 PM on Friday, I can go after work! I’ve decided, let’s go drink it right after release!
Golden Rabbit Beer, based in Naramachi, Nara, shared news of the release of its seasonal label "Hinohikari." In this announcement, the brewery highlighted that this year’s Hinohikari has been made into a "clear, light color."
The brewery is known for its brewing style centered on Nara ingredients, with a brewery located beneath its taproom. Its approach of turning local context into beer also carries through to its core lineup, and this seasonal offering looks set to be another beer that gives people a reason to drink it in this particular season.
Weekend business hours are as follows:
- Friday, February 27: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Saturday, February 28: 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Sunday, March 1: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The weekend ON TAP lineup announced alongside it includes the following nine beers:
1. Soramitsu
2. Aonyoshi
3. Aonisai
4. Chihayafuru
5. Kurobara Sakiwake
6. Sumomo, 10 Years
7. Aka no Kawane
8. Adult Ginger Ale
9. Hinohikari
The highlight this time is being able to enjoy the freshly released "Hinohikari" at the same time as a wide-ranging lineup that spans core beers and experimental labels. If you want to enjoy Nara-like local character and seasonal freshness all at once, you’ll want to check the taproom information in advance and visit over the weekend.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNews from Nara is here! Golden Rabbit Beer is releasing its seasonal Hinohikari, and they’re putting nine taps on this weekend.
MugiWhoa! That’s exciting! Golden Rabbit Beer is the brewery in Naramachi, right?
Hop BroExactly. What sets them apart is the brewery under the taproom, and they’ve long been making beer that uses Nara ingredients to the fullest.
MugiOhhh! But when I hear "release," it sounds super official! What does release mean here?
Hop BroNothing complicated, it just means they’ve started serving a new batch. This one is being described as finished in a clear, light color.
MugiI see! So "ON TAP 9 varieties" means nine faucets lined up? That kind of feels like a theme park!
Hop BroThat’s the idea. Soramitsu, Aonyoshi, Aonisai, and nine varieties including Hinohikari are what you can drink at the same time, and that’s the point this time.
MugiThe names are already strong! "Sumomo, 10 Years" and "Aka no Kawane" too, and having experimental lineup items in there is so interesting!
Hop BroThey’ve got everything from the regulars to the more adventurous labels, and there’s a reason to drink the seasonal one now. You’ll want to aim for a beer you can only have right now when the weekend hours begin.
MugiIf it starts at 7:00 PM on Friday, I can go after work! I’ve decided, let’s go drink it right after release!
