Asahi and similar

[Rufus]

Other than the major online retailers (Majestic et al) does anyone know if this, or other Japanese beers of a similar type are readily available in UK stores and if so which ones are generally a good bet?

Many thanks.

[williredale]

Waitrose sell it. Well, they certainly have in the past.

[Rawwr]

Tesco stocks a decent range, including the Asahi Black, which I like.

[PedroB]

As mentioned Tescos stock Asahi and Asahi Black. The standard one is brewed in the UK by Shepherd Neame, the Black is imported from Japan.

Tesco also sell Sapporo in a weird pint glass shaped can and Kirin Ichiban too which again, is a Japanese brand but brewed in the UK by Everards.

[HughS47]

Tesco now do Sapporo - 600mls 'uncrushable' cans. Had them at our wedding after trying them at Yo Sushi (bought direct from the importer rather than the supermarket after some research) and they went down a storm. Very nice brew.

[Rich_AR]

Another vote for Sapporo.

[pteron]

If you like Japanese beer look out for Suntory Premium Malts - very nice.

[HarryFlatters]

Go to your local Asian supermarket, you might get it cheaper in there.

I know my local ( Matthew's in Edinburgh) sells Kirin/Asahi etc cheaper than other supermarkets.