Baeren “Classic” tapped at Shibuya’s Taki~AKANE~; open from 5 p.m. on 3/30
The beer pub Taki~AKANE~JapaneseBeer&SakeDining in Dogenzaka, Shibuya, will be open on Monday 3/30 from 5 p.m. to midnight. For the first two hours after opening, it will run “Akane’s Happy Time,” and the latest public taps include selections from Baeren Brewery, Fujizakura Heights Beer, and Totopia.
Hop BroIt’s about the taps opening at Taki~AKANE~, a beer pub in Shibuya’s Dogenzaka. On 3/30 (Mon), they’re open from 5 p.m. to midnight, and the first two hours are “Akane’s Happy Time” - definitely the kind of thing that hits after work.
MugiWait, it opens at 5 p.m.? I’m glad I can go early, but just the name Happy Time already makes it feel like I’m getting a deal!
Hop BroAnd the fact that Baeren’s Classic is on tap is classy. It’s a German-style lager with a good balance of richness and bitterness, and it’s seriously strong as a first drink.
MugiGerman-style lager? What even is lager? This suddenly turned into a beer lesson!
Hop BroBasically, it’s a clean, crisp brewing method that’s fermented slowly at low temperatures. That’s why something like Classic brings out the malt sweetness and bitterness so neatly.
MugiOhhh! Then I’m also curious about Fujizakura Heights Beer’s Weizen! Wheat softness sounds so fluffy just from the name!
Hop BroExactly. Weizen’s appeal is its softness from wheat. The bitterness isn’t too strong, so it’s also great for an easy drink during Happy Time.
MugiAnd they even have Totopia’s Campphobia!? A West Coast IPA sounds like the kind of name that would flip on your Hop Brother’s wild mode!
Hop BroIt does, pretty much. West Coast styles are all about the presence of hops, so they’re for people who want to really enjoy citrusy notes and bitterness.
MugiPlus the food is fresh fish and seasonal snacks, so it doesn’t end with just beer! If they’ve got sake too, I’d want to wander off course halfway through!
Hop BroThat Dogenzaka setting is pretty strong. It’s a place that balances beer and Japanese food, so both craft beer fans and sake fans get taken care of.
MugiAlright, let’s go on 3/30 targeting Happy Time! Start with the Classic, then the Weizen, then the IPA - I’m already happy before I even start drinking!
On Monday 3/30, open from 5 p.m., with a Happy Time for the first two hours
Taki~AKANE~JapaneseBeer&SakeDining in Dogenzaka, Shibuya, will be open on Monday 3/30 from 5 p.m. to midnight. For the first two hours after opening, Akane’s Happy Time is set, making it easy to drop in for an early drink after work.
As its name suggests, the place is a beer pub centered on Japanese craft beer and sake. You can enjoy it one drink at a time at the counter, or take your time pairing drinks with food. Even though it’s in Dogenzaka, it still has that easygoing, no-fuss “izakaya-like” feel, which is also part of what makes it distinctive.
Latest tap lineup
The publicly available recent menu confirms the following draft beers.
- Baeren Brewery “Classic (Export)”
- Fujizakura Heights Beer “Weizen”
- Totopia “Campphobia (West Caust D IPA)”
Baeren’s Classic is a German-style lager designed to balance richness and bitterness. It goes well with a wide range of meals and is also a good choice for a first drink. Fujizakura Heights Beer’s Weizen is characterized by a soft, smooth mouthfeel from the wheat, making it an easy fit for a Happy Hour drink. Totopia’s “Campphobia” is a West Coast-style IPA, ideal for people who want to really enjoy the presence of hops.
A place to enjoy with food
The shop’s blog features a lineup of sides that lean toward both beer and sake, including fresh fish, seasonal snacks, wild vegetables, simmered meat and tofu, cod milt, and oyster dishes. Its strength is that you can enjoy craft beer as the main attraction while drinking in a Japanese-food context.
It’s within walking distance of Shibuya Station, and while it is a beer pub, it also has a strong sake selection, making it a useful spot not only for craft beer fans but also for people who enjoy Japanese drinks. On Monday 3/30, the move is to aim for the Happy Time window first and go enjoy the tap condition for yourself.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIt’s about the taps opening at Taki~AKANE~, a beer pub in Shibuya’s Dogenzaka. On 3/30 (Mon), they’re open from 5 p.m. to midnight, and the first two hours are “Akane’s Happy Time” - definitely the kind of thing that hits after work.
MugiWait, it opens at 5 p.m.? I’m glad I can go early, but just the name Happy Time already makes it feel like I’m getting a deal!
Hop BroAnd the fact that Baeren’s Classic is on tap is classy. It’s a German-style lager with a good balance of richness and bitterness, and it’s seriously strong as a first drink.
MugiGerman-style lager? What even is lager? This suddenly turned into a beer lesson!
Hop BroBasically, it’s a clean, crisp brewing method that’s fermented slowly at low temperatures. That’s why something like Classic brings out the malt sweetness and bitterness so neatly.
MugiOhhh! Then I’m also curious about Fujizakura Heights Beer’s Weizen! Wheat softness sounds so fluffy just from the name!
Hop BroExactly. Weizen’s appeal is its softness from wheat. The bitterness isn’t too strong, so it’s also great for an easy drink during Happy Time.
MugiAnd they even have Totopia’s Campphobia!? A West Coast IPA sounds like the kind of name that would flip on your Hop Brother’s wild mode!
Hop BroIt does, pretty much. West Coast styles are all about the presence of hops, so they’re for people who want to really enjoy citrusy notes and bitterness.
MugiPlus the food is fresh fish and seasonal snacks, so it doesn’t end with just beer! If they’ve got sake too, I’d want to wander off course halfway through!
Hop BroThat Dogenzaka setting is pretty strong. It’s a place that balances beer and Japanese food, so both craft beer fans and sake fans get taken care of.
MugiAlright, let’s go on 3/30 targeting Happy Time! Start with the Classic, then the Weizen, then the IPA - I’m already happy before I even start drinking!
