Beer Pub Ishii marks 13 years since its pre-opening, featuring eight labels including Shiga Kogen Beer
Beer Pub Ishii in Sendagi, Tokyo posted that it had reached 13 years since its pre-opening on April 26. The post introduced the tap list, including Shiga Kogen Beer, Hitachino Nest, and Brasserie Knot, and also shared the beers scheduled to be served from May 4 to 6.
Hop BroSendagi's Beer Pub Ishii's 13th year is such a milestone, really, since its pre-opening. In the post, it also thanks guests, suppliers, and breweries while giving a solid rundown of what's on tap now.
MugiWait, it's been 13 years already! If it's been loved in Sendagi that long, it's basically a local landmark! And it's so nice of them to show the tap list too!
Hop BroThe current lineup is Shiga Kogen Beer's Indian Summer Saison, Hitachino Nest's Pale Ale, Brasserie Knot's WIND, and Sankt Gallen's Shonan Gold. It's a smart lineup that balances an easygoing, meal-friendly feel with the shop's own personality.
MugiWhat's a saison anyway? The name sounds refreshing, but every time I'm like, 'Wait, what does it taste like?'
Hop BroA saison was originally a beer drunk during the farming season, and it's known for being dry and aromatic. An Indian Summer Saison often has spice and herbal notes within that lightness, so it's the kind of beer that goes down easily even on a hot day.
MugiGot it, one that's easy to drink but still has depth! And Shonan Gold already sounds delicious just from the name. If an orange-like aroma comes through, I won't be able to stop smiling!
Hop BroAnd the beers waiting to be tapped are strong too. There's a lineup from lager to kölsch, with North Island's Pilsner, Let's Beer Works' Heavy Swing, Kanpai! Brewing's Nozokizaka Kölsch, and Songbird's Moderne waiting in the wings.
MugiWhen pilsner, kölsch, and ale all arrive at once, I end up with the I can't tell the difference problem! But if I do a tasting side by side, I think even I could say, 'Ah, this one's lighter!'
Hop BroThat's the right way to approach it. Pilsner is crisp, kölsch is refined and soft, and ale tends to show off more aromatic character, so it's a perfect setup as an entry point to comparative tasting.
MugiAnd the fact that the post ends with a notice about service at Izakaya AYAYA is amazing initiative! If I can drink there from May 4 to 6, 2026, between 15:00 and 22:00, my Golden Week strategy session is starting!
Hop BroYou can feel the 13 years of accumulated atmosphere in Sendagi, and the way they care about each individual beer really comes through. This is the kind of place that makes you want to stop by casually in the neighborhood or make it a destination on a bar crawl.
MugiI know, I'm already in the I need a drink right now mode! Should I start with Shiga Kogen, or go bright and flashy with Shonan Gold? I can't choose, so I want both!
Beer Pub Ishii in Sendagi, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo reported that it marked 13 years since its pre-opening on April 26. In the post, while expressing gratitude to guests, suppliers, breweries, nearby restaurant friends, staff, and family, the shop also introduced its current tap lineup and the labels waiting to be tapped.
The current lineup features Shiga Kogen Beer's Indian Summer Saison, Hitachino Nest's Pale Ale, Brasserie Knot's WIND, and Sankt Gallen's Shonan Gold. Four different styles are on tap, creating a lineup that feels both reliably food-friendly and distinctly craft-forward, very much in the shop's style.
Also listed as waiting to be tapped are North Island's Pilsner, Let's Beer Works' Heavy Swing, Kanpai! Brewing's Nozokizaka Kölsch, and Songbird's Moderne. With a range spanning lager, ale, saison, and kölsch, it's the kind of lineup that will interest anyone looking to enjoy a beer tasting side by side.
Beer Pub Ishii has long been a familiar presence in the Sendagi neighborhood. From this milestone post, you can feel the careful attention it gives to the people who support its day-to-day operations, and the way it values each beer on tap. It is a place worth checking out whether you're choosing your first drink nearby or heading out specifically for a tasting session.
At the end of the post, there was also a service notice for Izakaya AYAYA, with operating hours from 15:00 to 22:00 for three days, from May 4 to 6, 2026.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSendagi's Beer Pub Ishii's 13th year is such a milestone, really, since its pre-opening. In the post, it also thanks guests, suppliers, and breweries while giving a solid rundown of what's on tap now.
MugiWait, it's been 13 years already! If it's been loved in Sendagi that long, it's basically a local landmark! And it's so nice of them to show the tap list too!
Hop BroThe current lineup is Shiga Kogen Beer's Indian Summer Saison, Hitachino Nest's Pale Ale, Brasserie Knot's WIND, and Sankt Gallen's Shonan Gold. It's a smart lineup that balances an easygoing, meal-friendly feel with the shop's own personality.
MugiWhat's a saison anyway? The name sounds refreshing, but every time I'm like, 'Wait, what does it taste like?'
Hop BroA saison was originally a beer drunk during the farming season, and it's known for being dry and aromatic. An Indian Summer Saison often has spice and herbal notes within that lightness, so it's the kind of beer that goes down easily even on a hot day.
MugiGot it, one that's easy to drink but still has depth! And Shonan Gold already sounds delicious just from the name. If an orange-like aroma comes through, I won't be able to stop smiling!
Hop BroAnd the beers waiting to be tapped are strong too. There's a lineup from lager to kölsch, with North Island's Pilsner, Let's Beer Works' Heavy Swing, Kanpai! Brewing's Nozokizaka Kölsch, and Songbird's Moderne waiting in the wings.
MugiWhen pilsner, kölsch, and ale all arrive at once, I end up with the I can't tell the difference problem! But if I do a tasting side by side, I think even I could say, 'Ah, this one's lighter!'
Hop BroThat's the right way to approach it. Pilsner is crisp, kölsch is refined and soft, and ale tends to show off more aromatic character, so it's a perfect setup as an entry point to comparative tasting.
MugiAnd the fact that the post ends with a notice about service at Izakaya AYAYA is amazing initiative! If I can drink there from May 4 to 6, 2026, between 15:00 and 22:00, my Golden Week strategy session is starting!
Hop BroYou can feel the 13 years of accumulated atmosphere in Sendagi, and the way they care about each individual beer really comes through. This is the kind of place that makes you want to stop by casually in the neighborhood or make it a destination on a bar crawl.
MugiI know, I'm already in the I need a drink right now mode! Should I start with Shiga Kogen, or go bright and flashy with Shonan Gold? I can't choose, so I want both!
