Umegaoka's "Neko no Shukaijo" posts prep for lamb umani stew, plus 6 taps of craft beer
Umegaoka's craft beer and spice-food spot, "Neko no Shukaijo," posted a look at its prep day on the night of April 3, revealing that it is getting ready to serve lamb umani stew. Inside the shop, in addition to six taps of beer always available, you can also enjoy cans and large bottles.
Hop BroUmegaoka's Neko no Shukaijo put out a prep post for lamb umani stew on the night of April 3. That kind of "makes your stomach growl before you even start drinking" feeling is so good.
MugiWait, lamb umani stew? Even the name sounds ridiculously delicious! It's a beer place, but they have seriously good food like that too?
Hop BroThey do. This isn't just a drinking spot. It's a craft beer and spice-food shop, and the strong point is how carefully they match the food with the beer.
MugiWhat? And 6 taps all the time means you're talking about how many draft lines are connected, right? Just the number makes it sound kind of powerful!
Hop BroThat's right, taps are the draft faucets for keg beer. On top of six of those, they also have cans and large bottles, so the appeal is the wide range of choices.
MugiOhhh! The Jelly King that came up in the article sounds sour just from the name, but what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a sour from Bellwoods Brewery, with bright citrus freshness and a soft tartness as its signature. It cuts through the richness of lamb and makes you want the next bite.
MugiWow, that pairs so well! Then Cream of Gold #002 sounds sweet just from the shiny name, but what is it actually like?
Hop BroIt's an oat cream DIPA from Teenage Brewing, with aromas of peach and mango that float up softly. The creamy mouthfeel makes it a great match for savory meat dishes.
MugiI see. And being in a slightly hidden spot in Umegaoka, with that easy, slow-drinking atmosphere, is really nice too.
Hop BroExactly. It's the kind of place where, like cats gathering together, beer and food overlap naturally. At this point I just want to gather there right now and pair the lamb umani stew with a sour or a hazy beer.
MugiYeah, I totally want to drink there! It feels like the kind of place that decides your next drink, and now I want to gather at Neko no Shukaijo too!
The shop's character came through on prep day
Tokyo Setagaya ward's Umegaoka craft beer and spice-food spot, "Neko no Shukaijo," shared footage on Instagram on the night of April 3 showing the process of preparing "lamb umani stew." The post conveyed how much the shop values its day-to-day food making, and you could sense its approach to building dishes with the kind of warmth that makes you want one more item alongside your beer.
The shop is a calm beer pub tucked a little way into the shopping street just off the station. From the outside it looks like a hidden gem, and inside the counter seating, table seats, and window-side seats are arranged in a balanced way. It is designed for drinking quietly alone as well as for spending time leisurely with a few friends.
A wide range of beers to drink
The appeal of "Neko no Shukaijo" is not limited to the food. Six taps are always connected, and cans and large bottles are also available, so you can choose broadly according to your mood that day. In the feature article, Bellwoods Brewery's sour "Jelly King" and Teenage Brewing's oat cream DIPA "Cream of Gold #002" were introduced, and both were part of a lineup chosen with food pairing in mind.
`Jelly King` is characterized by bright citrus freshness and a gentle tartness, making it the kind of beer that brings out the flavor of lamb. Meanwhile, `Cream of Gold #002` features aromas reminiscent of orange, peach, and mango, along with a creamy mouthfeel, making it a good companion to savory meat dishes. Looking at these choices, it's clear this is not simply a "place with lots of taps," but a shop that builds its selection with food pairings in mind as well.
A dish that connects lamb and beer
The "lamb umani stew" being prepared in this post is known as a gentle yet layered dish built on the richness of lamb, with spices and nuts adding aroma. In terms of pairing with beer, you could cut through the richness with a tart sour, or wrap it in the aroma of a fragrant hazy beer. For beer lovers, it is the kind of food that makes you want to keep eating as you keep drinking.
It also feels fitting that the shop is in Umegaoka, a neighborhood set a little apart from the bustle. Just as the name suggests a place where cats gather, it suits a relaxed pace, slowly layering beer and food. The prep-day post conveyed that atmosphere succinctly.
Key points
- A quiet location just a short walk from Umegaoka Station
- Six taps always on, plus cans and large bottles available
- Beers selected from Japan and abroad by the owner as ones he personally wants to drink
- The menu includes spice-forward dishes such as lamb umani stew and Hong Kong-style char siu
Whether you go for the beer or for the food, satisfaction is high. As a place that truly feels like a "gathering spot," it is a shop whose future posts will be worth watching.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroUmegaoka's Neko no Shukaijo put out a prep post for lamb umani stew on the night of April 3. That kind of "makes your stomach growl before you even start drinking" feeling is so good.
MugiWait, lamb umani stew? Even the name sounds ridiculously delicious! It's a beer place, but they have seriously good food like that too?
Hop BroThey do. This isn't just a drinking spot. It's a craft beer and spice-food shop, and the strong point is how carefully they match the food with the beer.
MugiWhat? And 6 taps all the time means you're talking about how many draft lines are connected, right? Just the number makes it sound kind of powerful!
Hop BroThat's right, taps are the draft faucets for keg beer. On top of six of those, they also have cans and large bottles, so the appeal is the wide range of choices.
MugiOhhh! The Jelly King that came up in the article sounds sour just from the name, but what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a sour from Bellwoods Brewery, with bright citrus freshness and a soft tartness as its signature. It cuts through the richness of lamb and makes you want the next bite.
MugiWow, that pairs so well! Then Cream of Gold #002 sounds sweet just from the shiny name, but what is it actually like?
Hop BroIt's an oat cream DIPA from Teenage Brewing, with aromas of peach and mango that float up softly. The creamy mouthfeel makes it a great match for savory meat dishes.
MugiI see. And being in a slightly hidden spot in Umegaoka, with that easy, slow-drinking atmosphere, is really nice too.
Hop BroExactly. It's the kind of place where, like cats gathering together, beer and food overlap naturally. At this point I just want to gather there right now and pair the lamb umani stew with a sour or a hazy beer.
MugiYeah, I totally want to drink there! It feels like the kind of place that decides your next drink, and now I want to gather at Neko no Shukaijo too!
