Kawaba - Japan

Brewed with snowmelt from Mount Hotaka and using time-honored techniques, each bottle delivers a crisp, clean profile that reflects the harmony and craftsmanship of rural Japan. Whether it’s the smooth, malty richness of the Snow Weizen, the delicate hop character of the Sunrise IPA, or the bold depth of the Dark Ale, Kawaba offers an authentic Japanese craft beer experience unlike any other. Taste the village. Drink the mountain. Experience Kawaba.

Kawaba Snow Weizen Wheat Beer....$4.99 / 11.16oz

“SNOW WEIZEN” makes us feel enjoyably refreshed. Its clean aftertaste reminds us of the melting snow, which symbolizes the coming of spring.
Flavor Profile: A refreshing and smooth wheat beer. Starts with a soft subtle entry on the palate. Develops into a round full-bodied weizen with a sweet, slightly citrus finish. Enjoy with lighter seafood dishes.
Classification: Unfiltered Wheat Beer
ABV: 5.2%


Kawaba Sunrise Amber Ale...$4.99 / 11.16oz
“SUNRISE ALE” makes us feel the subtle sweetness of the new morning sun, slowly rising from behind the glorious Mt. Hotaka and embracing our village with its blessed light and warmth.
Flavor Profile: A beautiful amber ale with a strong floral aroma and caramel hop color. Appetizing, malty and crisp with a slight bitter entry and a sweet round aftertaste. An excellent pairing with thick flavored dishes such as grilled meat & vegetables.
Classification: Unfiltered Amber Ale
ABV: 5.2%

Kawaba Pearl Rice Pilsner...$4.99 / 11.16oz
“PEARL PILSNER” reminds us of the ears of “Yukihotaka” rice which ripen during the fall season in our village - Symbolizing the joy of a beautiful harvest.
Flavor Profile: Refreshing and clean with a subtle sweetness of rice and very little bitterness.
Brewed using rare local rice called “YUKIHOTAKA” as a secondary ingredient (24% of total). Well-balanced rice and barley flavor. Pairs perfectly with any delicate Japanese food and other dishes using rice.
Classification: Unfiltered Rice Pilsner
ABV: 5.2%

Kawaba Twilight Pale Ale....$4.99 / 11.16oz
“TWILIGHT ALE” provides a relaxing sensation that reminds us of the tranquility of twilight in our village – when the moon rises from behind Mt. Hotaka to overlook the quiet and peaceful countryside.
Flavor Profile: A new style of beer called “JPA” (Japanese Pale Ale). Refreshing and crisp. Bitter than other Kawaba beers but light hop aroma and soft bitterness compared to regular Pale Ale or IPA (India Pale Ale). An excellent balance of bitterness, sharpness and UMAMI. Pairs easily with light to thick flavored foods.
Classification: Unfiltered Pale Ale
ABV: 5.2%