Hideji Beer was established in 1996 (Heisei 8). Its brewery stands at the foot of Mount Mukabaki, which rises to an elevation of 831 meters. Set against the mountain’s rugged rocky summit, the brewery carries a strong sense of pride in continuing Japan’s brewing traditions.
Inspired by the natural environment of Miyazaki, Hideji Beer carefully produces distinctive craft beers using 100% malt and an unfiltered brewing method. The beers are made as live beer, preserving the character of the brewing process and the qualities of the ingredients.
One of the brewery’s most important ingredients is its water. The brewing water comes from underground water flowing from Mukabaki Falls, a waterfall selected as one of Japan’s 100 Best Waterfalls.
In 2006, the brewery introduced its own beer-yeast cultivation technology. This development enabled it to cultivate and manage its brewing yeast in-house, supporting the production of beers with distinctive characteristics.
Hideji Beer offers four distinctive varieties, each with its own character:
Sun Taiyo Lager: This lager received double gold awards at two major domestic craft beer competitions in 2009. It is one of the brewery’s particularly celebrated beers.
Shinkan Pale Ale: A pale ale with its own distinctive character, inspired by the natural surroundings of Miyazaki.
Tsuki no Dark Lager: A dark lager offering a different flavor profile from the brewery’s lighter beers.
Hana no White Weiss: A white wheat beer that completes the brewery’s lineup of four signature styles.
Through its use of natural brewing water, carefully cultivated yeast, and artisan techniques, Hideji Beer offers a taste of Miyazaki’s natural environment in every glass.