Otobe Oiwake Brewing

Otobe Oiwake Brewing is a place that renovated a former woodworking factory warehouse into a brewery. In a warehouse of about 100 tsubo, the brewing equipment stands right behind glass.

And the brewing water is incredible too: they use 100% Otobe Town's natural silica water, "Gaivota." It's mineral-rich, mellow water. It's what sets the foundation of this beer's flavor.

They also use malted two-row barley grown by local contracted farmers, and even some ingredients like the town's honey and hops that grow wild in the town. Another point is that it isn't heat-treated or filtered, so the yeast is delivered alive.

"PALE ALE" took first place in the Craft Beer General Election 2025. It's a well-balanced beer, with the toasty aroma of caramel malt, the rich body of Otobe-grown malt, and a citrusy hop finish.

Their IPA goes hard too, with grapefruit-like citrus aroma and firm bitterness, while WHITE is fruity with restrained bitterness, so it's great for beginners. Each of the three has its own distinct character.

Exactly. You can enjoy freshly brewed seasonal beer together with dishes made from local ingredients. The southwestern part of southern Hokkaido is still something of an underrated travel area, but this place is absolutely worth making your destination.