Shiga Kogen Beer, brewed by Tamamura Honten in Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan, is a craft line from a brewery founded in 1805 originally dedicated to sake. Launched in 2004, it reflects a hybrid philosophy combining traditional fermentation knowledge with modern craft brewing. Known for its precision and range—from clean lagers to hop-forward ales—the brewery operates at the foot of the Shiga Kogen mountains. This dual heritage makes it one of Japan’s most technically grounded craft producers.