March 19 Tap Update at Kokubunji Gambriinus, Featuring 19 Domestic and International Labels
Beer Cafe Gambriinus, a beer pub in Kokubunji, Tokyo, has released its tap list for March 19, 2026. It is open from 17:00 to 25:00. In addition to 12 draft beers, including new taps, it has also announced 7 more beers coming soon, with a wide-ranging lineup from IPA to porter and hard seltzer.
Hop BroAt Beer Cafe Gambriinus in Kokubunji, they’ve got 19 taps on March 19. That’s not something to miss.
MugiWait, 19 domestic and international labels? You can choose that many in one day?!
Hop BroThis time there are 12 draft beers plus 7 Coming Soon picks, and they’re open from 17:00 to 25:00, so you can really take your time and go deep into the night.
MugiWhat? Flora Fermentation's Tayu says Porter w/ Buckwheat - does that mean it tastes like soba broth?
Hop BroNot soba broth. It’s more like layering the roasted character of a dark beer with the nutty aroma of buckwheat, and the aroma design really benefits from a late hop addition.
MugiHuh! But did that late hop addition just turn into a science class all of a sudden?!
Hop BroSimply put, it means adding hops late in the boil to bring out aroma rather than bitterness. That’s why juicy aromas stand out in beers like #9 Hazy and Ura Tiger Viva Haze.
MugiI get it! So I can still enjoy starting with hard seltzer-style beers like Shimanami Cat Strawberry Ice Cream!
Hop BroOf course. If you’re into IPAs, there’s 69 IPA and Armadillo Outlaw; if you want something more relaxed, Pilsner Urquell or Shiga Kogen Helles!?; and what’s hot is that they still have 7 Coming Soon beers lined up.
MugiIt’s settled! Today let’s do a tasting challenge at Gambriinus. I’ll definitely hit max hype after just two glasses!
Hop BroNice. I want to work my way from porter to IPA too, so let’s toast tonight on our Kokubunji beer expedition.
Beer Cafe Gambriinus, operating in the south exit area of Kokubunji Station (3-16-5 Minamicho, Kokubunji, Tokyo, 46 Tokyo Building, 6F), has released its latest tap information for March 19. True to form for a craft beer specialty shop, the lineup is centered on Japanese breweries, with Czech labels woven in as well.
The draft beers available that day include Flora Fermentation's "Tayu (Porter w/ Buckwheat)", Number Nine's "#9 Hazy", Blue Classic's "Ura Tiger Viva Haze", Minoh Beer's "Nice Bitter", and Shiga Kogen Beer's "Shiga Kogen Helles!?" among others. The IPA selection is especially strong, with NOMCRAFT's "Armadillo Outlaw", Ogna's "India Pale Ale", Let's Beer Works' "On My Way to the Moon", and Repubrew's "69 IPA", making it an easy lineup for side-by-side tasting.
Also on offer are Shimanami Brewery's "Shimanami Cat Strawberry Ice Cream (Hard Seltzer)", Hansharo Beer's "Melon Weizen & Melon", and Pilsner Urquell. From malt-forward pours to fruity, light beers, there is a wide range of choices.
In addition, the Coming Soon lineup includes Gambriinus's "12°", Bernard's "Dark 12°", Miyazaki Hideji Beer's "Kyushu Craft Kinkan", Noboru Brewing's "Hodoku", Saikado Brewing's "Hanami", Kyoto Brewing's "Spring Whim", and Black Tide's "Kearashi Ver. 2.0". This is the kind of list worth checking not only for tonight, but also with the next visit in mind.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer Cafe Gambriinus in Kokubunji, they’ve got 19 taps on March 19. That’s not something to miss.
MugiWait, 19 domestic and international labels? You can choose that many in one day?!
Hop BroThis time there are 12 draft beers plus 7 Coming Soon picks, and they’re open from 17:00 to 25:00, so you can really take your time and go deep into the night.
MugiWhat? Flora Fermentation's Tayu says Porter w/ Buckwheat - does that mean it tastes like soba broth?
Hop BroNot soba broth. It’s more like layering the roasted character of a dark beer with the nutty aroma of buckwheat, and the aroma design really benefits from a late hop addition.
MugiHuh! But did that late hop addition just turn into a science class all of a sudden?!
Hop BroSimply put, it means adding hops late in the boil to bring out aroma rather than bitterness. That’s why juicy aromas stand out in beers like #9 Hazy and Ura Tiger Viva Haze.
MugiI get it! So I can still enjoy starting with hard seltzer-style beers like Shimanami Cat Strawberry Ice Cream!
Hop BroOf course. If you’re into IPAs, there’s 69 IPA and Armadillo Outlaw; if you want something more relaxed, Pilsner Urquell or Shiga Kogen Helles!?; and what’s hot is that they still have 7 Coming Soon beers lined up.
MugiIt’s settled! Today let’s do a tasting challenge at Gambriinus. I’ll definitely hit max hype after just two glasses!
Hop BroNice. I want to work my way from porter to IPA too, so let’s toast tonight on our Kokubunji beer expedition.
