Kakuuchi Asakura in Kyoto posts a five-tap Japanese craft beer lineup
Kakuuchi Asakura in Kyoto’s Kamigyo Ward shared its latest tap list on Instagram, thanking guests for the strong response after a TV feature. The post also notes an Obon break from August 11 to 14, with regular service resuming on August 15.
Hop BroKyoto's Kakuuchi Asakura has a five-tap lineup that's seriously tempting. After the TV feature, they posted a thank-you and showed off a strong all-Japan craft beer selection.
MugiWhat! With all that TV buzz, they still took time to share the lineup? That's way too nice. I'm getting thirsty just reading it!
Hop BroAnd the first half alone has range: FARMENTATION from Nara with "ZHENDAN 震旦 SAISON," a Spice Saison, Yellow Beer Works from Fukushima with "raiNing My Panda SesIPA," and Inkhorn Brewing from Tokyo with "Flocking," an Italian Pilsner.
MugiHold on, What is Spice Saison? That sounds less like beer and more like a special attack name!
Hop BroSaison usually means light and dry, and when you add a spicy note, it drinks crisp and refreshing. It sounds technical, but basically it's bright, aromatic, and easy to enjoy.
MugiOhhh! Then I need to try the panda one too, because I am absolutely baited by the panda. I have no shame!
Hop BroThe back half is strong too. CRAFT BEER BASE from Osaka has "North west Pale Ale," an Australian style Pale Ale, and HINOBREWING from Shiga has "Gamou Helles," a Munchener Helles, so the lineup runs from hop-forward to soft and malty.
MugiAnd they do sake too, with that casual kakuuchi style in Kyoto's Nishijin area? Picking your next drink while already holding one sounds like elite adult behavior.
Hop BroJust watch the schedule: they're closed for Obon from August 11 to 14, then back to normal on the 15th. Once they're open again, I'd need a full strategy meeting just to choose the first beer.
MugiI'm in. Right after the break, I want to go there and argue over the first pour before the toast. I want "Flocking" and "ZHENDAN 震旦 SAISON," and my only concern is whether my stomach can keep up!
Kakuuchi Asakura, a beer pub-style standing bar in Kyoto’s Kamigyo Ward, combines craft beer and sake under one roof. In its latest Instagram post, the shop said it was surprised by the strong reaction to its TV coverage and thanked everyone who stopped by.
The craft beer lineup featured five taps. The list included FARMENTATION "ZHENDAN 震旦 SAISON" from Nara (Spice Saison), Yellow Beer Works "raiNing 僕のパンダのSesIPA" from Fukushima, Inkhorn Brewing "Flocking" from Tokyo (Italian Pilsner), CRAFT BEER BASE "North west Pale Ale" from Osaka (Australian style Pale Ale), and HINOBREWING "Gamou Helles" from Shiga (Munchener Helles).
What stands out here is the range. The tap list spans saison, ses IPA, Italian pilsner, pale ale, and helles, making it easy to compare aroma, bitterness, and body side by side. That variety fits the shop’s format well: a casual kakuuchi where you can drop in for a quick pint, or spend more time exploring both beer and sake.
The post also says the shop will be closed for Obon from August 11 to 14 and return to regular hours on August 15. For beer drinkers in Kyoto, it is a spot worth keeping on the radar.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKyoto's Kakuuchi Asakura has a five-tap lineup that's seriously tempting. After the TV feature, they posted a thank-you and showed off a strong all-Japan craft beer selection.
MugiWhat! With all that TV buzz, they still took time to share the lineup? That's way too nice. I'm getting thirsty just reading it!
Hop BroAnd the first half alone has range: FARMENTATION from Nara with "ZHENDAN 震旦 SAISON," a Spice Saison, Yellow Beer Works from Fukushima with "raiNing My Panda SesIPA," and Inkhorn Brewing from Tokyo with "Flocking," an Italian Pilsner.
MugiHold on, What is Spice Saison? That sounds less like beer and more like a special attack name!
Hop BroSaison usually means light and dry, and when you add a spicy note, it drinks crisp and refreshing. It sounds technical, but basically it's bright, aromatic, and easy to enjoy.
MugiOhhh! Then I need to try the panda one too, because I am absolutely baited by the panda. I have no shame!
Hop BroThe back half is strong too. CRAFT BEER BASE from Osaka has "North west Pale Ale," an Australian style Pale Ale, and HINOBREWING from Shiga has "Gamou Helles," a Munchener Helles, so the lineup runs from hop-forward to soft and malty.
MugiAnd they do sake too, with that casual kakuuchi style in Kyoto's Nishijin area? Picking your next drink while already holding one sounds like elite adult behavior.
Hop BroJust watch the schedule: they're closed for Obon from August 11 to 14, then back to normal on the 15th. Once they're open again, I'd need a full strategy meeting just to choose the first beer.
MugiI'm in. Right after the break, I want to go there and argue over the first pour before the toast. I want "Flocking" and "ZHENDAN 震旦 SAISON," and my only concern is whether my stomach can keep up!
