Five Craft Beers Pour at Marumugi in Arakicho, Including Baeren Classic
Beer pub Jibiru Bar Marumugi in Arakicho, Tokyo, has announced its September 24, 2026 tap list. The selection spans a balanced Dortmunder-style lager, a spicy rye IPA, a maple amber ale, and other distinctive Japanese craft beers.
Hop BroMarumugi, a beer pub in Arakicho, has five distinctive taps on for September 24. This lineup is made for a tasting flight.
MugiFive beers? With lagers through IPAs on the list, even a newcomer like me can find a favorite!
Hop BroThe standout is Baeren Classic from Iwate’s Baeren Brewery: a 6.0% ABV Dortmunder/Export.
MugiDortmunder? That sounds like a spell! What kind of lager is that?
Hop BroIt’s a German-style lager with real body. Baeren Classic has balanced malt and bitterness, then finishes crisp and clean.
MugiOoh, flavorful but crisp—that means easy to keep drinking, right?
Hop BroFor a bigger kick, try Baird Brewing’s Brewer’s Nightmare Rye IPA from Shizuoka: 7.0% ABV with spicy rye character.
MugiBrewer’s Nightmare?! My foam is trembling already. Does rye taste like a spicy loaf of bread?
Hop BroPretty close! Rye brings a toasty, lightly peppery edge, then bold hop bitterness charges in. It’s a real wake-up call.
MugiFor the sweet-aroma team, I’m eyeing Vector Brewing’s Onegari White Sox. I’d order it before I even ask what it means!
Hop BroFor a slow sip, choose Romantic Village Craft Brewery’s Maple Amber Ale: 6.0% ABV, with maple-like sweetness and toastiness.
MugiAnd Shiga Kogen Beer’s Baby Blonde Miyama is a crisp Blonde Ale at 5.0%! Let’s start there, finish with amber, and drink them all!
Marumugi announces its September 24 tap list
Jibiru Bar Marumugi, a beer pub located in Arakicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, has released its craft beer lineup for September 24. Large pours are priced at ¥1,200 plus applicable charges, while small pours are ¥900 plus applicable charges. Selected beers carry an additional ¥100 fee.
The featured pour is Baeren Classic from Baeren Brewery in Iwate. Brewed in the Dortmunder/Export style at 6.0% ABV, it combines a firm malt character with balanced bitterness and a clean finish. It is a classic lager designed to remain satisfying without becoming tiring.
Baird Brewing’s Brewer’s Nightmare Rye IPA brings a more assertive profile. At 7.0% ABV, it pairs spicy rye character with pronounced bitterness, making it a strong choice for drinkers who enjoy a sharper, hop-driven beer.
Vector Brewing’s Onedari White Sox, from Tokyo, is 6.5% ABV and is presented with a notably sweet aroma. From Tochigi, Romantic Village Craft Brewery’s Maple Amber Ale weighs in at 6.0% ABV, offering maple-like sweetness and a toasty, rich amber ale character.
For a lighter option, Shiga Kogen Beer’s Baby Blonde Miyama is a 5.0% Blonde Ale from Nagano. Its pale appearance, subtle sweetness, dry and refreshing palate, and restrained hop character make it an easy beer to enjoy for another round.
Located on the second floor of Ichibankan Building in Arakicho, Marumugi offers a compact way to compare craft beers from breweries and regions across Japan. The pub is closed on Tuesdays and public holidays, a schedule in effect since December 5, 2024.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMarumugi, a beer pub in Arakicho, has five distinctive taps on for September 24. This lineup is made for a tasting flight.
MugiFive beers? With lagers through IPAs on the list, even a newcomer like me can find a favorite!
Hop BroThe standout is Baeren Classic from Iwate’s Baeren Brewery: a 6.0% ABV Dortmunder/Export.
MugiDortmunder? That sounds like a spell! What kind of lager is that?
Hop BroIt’s a German-style lager with real body. Baeren Classic has balanced malt and bitterness, then finishes crisp and clean.
MugiOoh, flavorful but crisp—that means easy to keep drinking, right?
Hop BroFor a bigger kick, try Baird Brewing’s Brewer’s Nightmare Rye IPA from Shizuoka: 7.0% ABV with spicy rye character.
MugiBrewer’s Nightmare?! My foam is trembling already. Does rye taste like a spicy loaf of bread?
Hop BroPretty close! Rye brings a toasty, lightly peppery edge, then bold hop bitterness charges in. It’s a real wake-up call.
MugiFor the sweet-aroma team, I’m eyeing Vector Brewing’s Onegari White Sox. I’d order it before I even ask what it means!
Hop BroFor a slow sip, choose Romantic Village Craft Brewery’s Maple Amber Ale: 6.0% ABV, with maple-like sweetness and toastiness.
MugiAnd Shiga Kogen Beer’s Baby Blonde Miyama is a crisp Blonde Ale at 5.0%! Let’s start there, finish with amber, and drink them all!
