Ogose Brewery to host tasting and sales event at Koedo Kurari in Kawagoe on June 27-28
Ogose Brewery, operated by Asahara Shuzo, will hold a paid tasting and special sales event for two days on June 27-28 at Kiki-zake-dokoro Showagura inside Koedo Kurari in Kawagoe. The lineup includes a limited sake brewed with Saitama G yeast, fruit- and dairy-based liqueurs, and a free tasting of non-alcoholic amazake.
Hop BroMugi, this one is about an Ogoe Brewery pop-up. From June 27 to 28, they’re doing a tasting and special sales event at Koedo Kurari in Kawagoe.
MugiWhat! Two days in Kawagoe? And there’s tasting too? That’s exactly the kind of event where I accidentally happen to walk by on purpose!
Hop BroThe venue is Kikizake-dokoro Showagura, running from 11:00 to around 18:00. Asahara Shuzo, which operates Ogoe Brewery, is bringing sake, liqueurs, and more all together.
MugiNice! So which bottle is the star of the lineup? I want something with main-character energy.
Hop BroThe headline act is SASANAMI LIMITED EDITION 02. It’s a junmai ginjo unfiltered unpasteurized genshu made with 100% Sainokizuna rice, aiming for ripe-fruit aroma and juicy intensity.
MugiHold on, what does unfiltered genshu mean!? That sounds like a boss-level spell. Is it smooth, or is it the kind that turns your cheeks red instantly?
Hop BroIt basically means left close to its original state without filtration or pasteurization. That keeps the aroma and flavor fuller, which is why juicy really fits here.
MugiOkay, so it’s the full-power version! And hearing about the aroma from Saitama G yeast makes it sound like a local superhero ingredient.
Hop BroAnd the paid tasting also includes two CRAFT LAB releases. One uses yogurt from Kato Farm in Hidaka, and the other uses strawberries from @FARM in Kawagoe, so it’s basically dessert-drink territory.
MugiWhat is this! Yogurt and strawberry drinks? I can’t even tell if this is a tasting event or dessert hour anymore. I fully support it.
Hop BroThere’s also free tasting of white-koji amazake. It gets a clean tang from citric acid and a refreshing finish with a touch of sea salt, so it sounds perfect for warm weather.
MugiLimited sake, liqueurs, and amazake too? Too many things to drink! On June 27 and 28, I want to go to Kawagoe and happily overthink my tasting order with you!
Two days in Kawagoe
Asahara Shuzo, which operates Ogose Brewery, will take part in a two-day event at Kiki-zake-dokoro Showagura inside Koedo Kurari in Kawagoe from June 27 to 28. The event runs from around 11:00 to 18:00. As a brewer of local sake, beer, and wine, the company is bringing a range of drinks that can be sampled together.
Key items on offer
The highlight is `SASANAMI LIMITED EDITION 02 Junmai Ginjo, Unfiltered Nama Genshu`, a first for the brewery. It is made with 100% Sainokizuna rice from Saitama Prefecture and brewed with Saitama G yeast, which is known for producing a bright, aromatic profile. The result is described as fragrant, fruit-like, and juicy.
Another item is `Biwano Sasanami Junmai Ginjo`, made with Omachi rice. It is presented as a well-balanced sake with rounded acidity and a clean finish.
The lineup also includes two fruit-and-dairy liqueurs: `CRAFT LAB -Yogurt-`, made with special yogurt from Kato Farm in Hidaka, and `CRAFT LAB -Strawberry-`, made with KOEDO ICHIGO Haruka from @FARM in Kawagoe. Both will be available for paid tasting and in bottles.
Free non-alcoholic amazake tasting
Visitors can also try the new non-alcoholic `Shirokoji Amazake` for free. The drink combines white koji and a pinch of domestic sea salt, creating a refreshing flavor with a crisp acidity from the koji-derived citric acid. It is positioned as a summer-friendly option.
About Ogose Brewery
Ogose Brewery, based in Saitama's Ogose Town, continues to build products around local ingredients and regional character. The Kawagoe event offers a compact overview of the brewery's range, from limited sake to liqueurs and amazake, while the brewery's own shop will also remain open during regular hours from 10:00 to 17:00.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMugi, this one is about an Ogoe Brewery pop-up. From June 27 to 28, they’re doing a tasting and special sales event at Koedo Kurari in Kawagoe.
MugiWhat! Two days in Kawagoe? And there’s tasting too? That’s exactly the kind of event where I accidentally happen to walk by on purpose!
Hop BroThe venue is Kikizake-dokoro Showagura, running from 11:00 to around 18:00. Asahara Shuzo, which operates Ogoe Brewery, is bringing sake, liqueurs, and more all together.
MugiNice! So which bottle is the star of the lineup? I want something with main-character energy.
Hop BroThe headline act is SASANAMI LIMITED EDITION 02. It’s a junmai ginjo unfiltered unpasteurized genshu made with 100% Sainokizuna rice, aiming for ripe-fruit aroma and juicy intensity.
MugiHold on, what does unfiltered genshu mean!? That sounds like a boss-level spell. Is it smooth, or is it the kind that turns your cheeks red instantly?
Hop BroIt basically means left close to its original state without filtration or pasteurization. That keeps the aroma and flavor fuller, which is why juicy really fits here.
MugiOkay, so it’s the full-power version! And hearing about the aroma from Saitama G yeast makes it sound like a local superhero ingredient.
Hop BroAnd the paid tasting also includes two CRAFT LAB releases. One uses yogurt from Kato Farm in Hidaka, and the other uses strawberries from @FARM in Kawagoe, so it’s basically dessert-drink territory.
MugiWhat is this! Yogurt and strawberry drinks? I can’t even tell if this is a tasting event or dessert hour anymore. I fully support it.
Hop BroThere’s also free tasting of white-koji amazake. It gets a clean tang from citric acid and a refreshing finish with a touch of sea salt, so it sounds perfect for warm weather.
MugiLimited sake, liqueurs, and amazake too? Too many things to drink! On June 27 and 28, I want to go to Kawagoe and happily overthink my tasting order with you!