Kanagawa's Pecora Beer Wins 6 Categories at JGBA2026
Pecora Beer, a craft brewery in Asao Ward, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, won in six categories at the Japan Great Beer Awards 2026, held on February 22 and 23, 2026 at Yokohama Sangyo Boeki Hall Marinellia. The brewery took home three silver medals and three bronze medals, broadening its recognition across a wide range of styles.
Hop BroPecora Beer in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, won in six categories at JGBA2026! Three silvers and three bronzes is pretty hot news, right?
MugiWhat!? Six categories!? That’s amazing that they were recognized across so many different styles!
Hop BroThe silver medals went to Merino (Imperial IPA), Solognot (wood chip and wood barrel-aged sour), and Black Sheep (coffee beer). All of them won in the Keg Draft Division.
MugiWhat is that! Does "Keg Draft Division" mean the barrel one? And does imperial mean it tastes like a king!?
Hop BroNice reaction. Keg draft is the category for beer served from kegs, and Imperial IPA is more like an IPA with a stronger alcohol content and fuller body. Less "kingly," more "big, bold, and starring in the spotlight."
MugiOhh! Then I’m curious about the three bronze medals too! Even the names sound strong!
Hop BroThe bronze medals went to Bergamo (other hoppy lager), Finn (India pale lager), and Fleece (juicy/hazy IPA). Their range is broad, from IPA styles to lager, sour, and coffee beer.
MugiThat genre spread is insane! They’re like the beer world’s six-sword style!
Hop BroAnd Pecora Beer emphasizes a "clean and easy-to-drink" design, with the head brewer handling the brewing personally. It was reassuring to see them say they won awards even with styles they made for the first time.
MugiKeeping quality sharp while staying rooted in the community and running a Beer Kitchen too, and now aiming for gold next time... that’s way too青春!
Hop BroJGBA is a judging competition aimed at improving the quality of domestically brewed beer, so getting results there really matters. The 2026 season makes the next pour something I’m way too excited about.
MugiI’ve decided! I’m starting with Pecora Beer’s Merino and Fleece! Hop, let’s go toast right now!
On February 26, 2026, Pecora Beer announced the results of its awards at the Japan Great Beer Awards 2026 (JGBA2026) on its official website. According to the announcement, all of the awards were in the Keg Draft Division, spanning a total of six categories.
The Six Award-Winning Categories
- Silver: Merino (Imperial India Pale Ale)
- Silver: Solognot (Wood Chip and Wood Barrel-Aged Sour Beer)
- Silver: Black Sheep (Coffee Beer)
- Bronze: Bergamo (Other Hoppy Lager)
- Bronze: Finn (India Pale Lager)
- Bronze: Fleece (Juicy or Hazy India Pale Ale)
JGBA is held as a judging competition focused on beer brewed in Japan, with the goal of improving the quality of craft beer. This year’s results show the breadth of Pecora Beer’s range, from IPA styles and lagers to sours and coffee beer.
The brewery is based in Asao Ward, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Its head brewer personally handles brewing, and the company emphasizes making beers designed to be clean and easy to drink. Its adjoining "Beer Kitchen" serves the brewery’s own craft beers, and the company has continued refining quality while maintaining a strong local presence.
In the announcement, the brewer noted that it was encouraging to win awards even for styles made for the first time, and said this gave confidence in the stability of the brewery’s quality. The next goal is to aim for gold medals and further improve quality. Beyond its award record, how much more can Pecora Beer raise the finish of its next pour? In the 2026 season, its ongoing evolution is also worth watching.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroPecora Beer in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, won in six categories at JGBA2026! Three silvers and three bronzes is pretty hot news, right?
MugiWhat!? Six categories!? That’s amazing that they were recognized across so many different styles!
Hop BroThe silver medals went to Merino (Imperial IPA), Solognot (wood chip and wood barrel-aged sour), and Black Sheep (coffee beer). All of them won in the Keg Draft Division.
MugiWhat is that! Does "Keg Draft Division" mean the barrel one? And does imperial mean it tastes like a king!?
Hop BroNice reaction. Keg draft is the category for beer served from kegs, and Imperial IPA is more like an IPA with a stronger alcohol content and fuller body. Less "kingly," more "big, bold, and starring in the spotlight."
MugiOhh! Then I’m curious about the three bronze medals too! Even the names sound strong!
Hop BroThe bronze medals went to Bergamo (other hoppy lager), Finn (India pale lager), and Fleece (juicy/hazy IPA). Their range is broad, from IPA styles to lager, sour, and coffee beer.
MugiThat genre spread is insane! They’re like the beer world’s six-sword style!
Hop BroAnd Pecora Beer emphasizes a "clean and easy-to-drink" design, with the head brewer handling the brewing personally. It was reassuring to see them say they won awards even with styles they made for the first time.
MugiKeeping quality sharp while staying rooted in the community and running a Beer Kitchen too, and now aiming for gold next time... that’s way too青春!
Hop BroJGBA is a judging competition aimed at improving the quality of domestically brewed beer, so getting results there really matters. The 2026 season makes the next pour something I’m way too excited about.
MugiI’ve decided! I’m starting with Pecora Beer’s Merino and Fleece! Hop, let’s go toast right now!
