DONZO Brewing

Did you know about "DONZO Brewing" on Shinmachi Shopping Street, near the approach to Konpira-san? It's a microbrewery renovated from a former pottery shop.

The origin of the name is great too. Nearby there is a place called "Donzoro," the former residence site of Bakumatsu-era patriot Kusagi Enseki, where young patriots used to gather and talk about a new era. The brewery took the name "Donzo" from that.

The signature beer, "Kotohira Kölsch," has an elegant aroma reminiscent of white wine and a light, crisp finish typical of the Kölsch style. They also have "Kotohira IPA," plus local-ingredient beers like "Shingu Tea Ale" and "Black Fig Ale."

What's more, they reuse the spent grain from brewing as an ingredient for bread and as fertilizer. They also run a project with local children to grow wheat and use it as a beer ingredient.

They also release limited seasonal brews using citrus, like the "Fully-Ripened Shiranui IPA," and it pairs perfectly with the "Donzo Dog" made with sausages from a local butcher. Every visit brings a different taste.