Marumugi Serves Five Craft Beers in Arakicho on September 26
Beer pub Jimbeer Bar Marumugi in Arakicho, Tokyo, has announced its September 26 lineup of five craft beers. The selection ranges from a classic lager from Iwate to an American IPA, hop-forward pale ale, amber ale, and a light blonde ale.
Hop BroMarumugi, a beer pub in Arakicho, has five taps from Japan for September 26. It’s a great range, from classics to full-on hop bombs.
MugiFive beers?! Tasting flight mission activated! Where should we begin?
Hop BroStart with Baeren Brewery’s Baeren Classic from Iwate. It’s a 6.0% classic lager with a satisfying balance of malt depth and bitterness.
MugiI think of lagers as crisp! But a lager with real depth sounds perfect with fried food.
Hop BroFor hop lovers, Shonan Beer’s American-style IPA is essential. American hops bring citrus-like aromas and a bold bitterness.
MugiWhat does hop-forward mean? Hops take center stage? Like chewing bitter leaves?
Hop BroChewing them would be a punishment game. Hops add aroma and bitterness to beer; in an IPA, expect citrus-like hop aromas rather than leaf salad.
MugiWhoa! Then is Shinshu OH!LA!HO BEER’s CAPTAIN CROW EXTRA PALE ALE also all about aroma?
Hop BroExactly. At 5.0%, it stays lively like a pale ale while promising an outrageous hop aroma. Smell it before your first sip.
MugiJust sniffing first makes me feel like an expert! Is Romantic Village’s Maple Amber Ale the dessert course?
Hop BroIt’s 6.0%, with maple-like sweetness and rich, toasty malt character. It costs an extra ¥100, but the rich amber character is worth it.
MugiAnd Shiga Kogen Beer’s Baby Blonde Miyama is 5.0% and made for another round, right? I want to conquer every beer in a small pour!
Hop BroSmall pours start at ¥900 and large ones at ¥1,200. Find your favorite first, then finish with a large. I really want to visit Marumugi now!
MugiLet’s go! They’re closed Tuesdays and holidays, so we’ll plan it right and toast in Arakicho!
Jimbeer Bar Marumugi, a beer pub located on the second floor of Ichibankan Building in Arakicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, is offering five craft beers on September 26, 2026. Large pours start at ¥1,200 and small pours at ¥900, with selected beers available for an additional ¥100.
The lineup opens with Baeren Classic from Baeren Brewery in Iwate. At 6.0% ABV, this is a traditional lager built around a balance of malt richness and bitterness, making it a natural choice with food or for a steady first pint.
Shonan Beer’s IPA American Style is also available at 6.0% ABV. Described as a classic American IPA featuring generous use of American hops, it is aimed at drinkers looking for citrus-like hop character and a firm, expressive bitterness.
From Shinshu OH!LA!HO BEER in Nagano comes CAPTAIN CROW EXTRA PALE ALE, a 5.0% pale ale presented with an emphasis on exceptionally vivid hop aroma. Its lighter structure should make it approachable while keeping the hops firmly in focus.
For a richer malt profile, Marumugi is pouring Maple Amber Ale from Romantic Village Craft Brewery in Tochigi. The 6.0% amber ale combines sweet, toasted maple-like aromas with a full-bodied character and is offered for an additional ¥100.
Shiga Kogen Beer’s Baby Blonde Miyama rounds out the selection. At 5.0%, it is light and easy-drinking but still distinctly hoppy, making it a fitting choice for a second pint. This beer is also subject to the ¥100 surcharge.
With rotating taps featuring beers from breweries across Japan, Marumugi offers a compact way to explore different brewing styles in the heart of Arakicho. The bar is closed on Tuesdays and public holidays.
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 taps from Japan for September 26. It’s a great range, from classics to full-on hop bombs.
MugiFive beers?! Tasting flight mission activated! Where should we begin?
Hop BroStart with Baeren Brewery’s Baeren Classic from Iwate. It’s a 6.0% classic lager with a satisfying balance of malt depth and bitterness.
MugiI think of lagers as crisp! But a lager with real depth sounds perfect with fried food.
Hop BroFor hop lovers, Shonan Beer’s American-style IPA is essential. American hops bring citrus-like aromas and a bold bitterness.
MugiWhat does hop-forward mean? Hops take center stage? Like chewing bitter leaves?
Hop BroChewing them would be a punishment game. Hops add aroma and bitterness to beer; in an IPA, expect citrus-like hop aromas rather than leaf salad.
MugiWhoa! Then is Shinshu OH!LA!HO BEER’s CAPTAIN CROW EXTRA PALE ALE also all about aroma?
Hop BroExactly. At 5.0%, it stays lively like a pale ale while promising an outrageous hop aroma. Smell it before your first sip.
MugiJust sniffing first makes me feel like an expert! Is Romantic Village’s Maple Amber Ale the dessert course?
Hop BroIt’s 6.0%, with maple-like sweetness and rich, toasty malt character. It costs an extra ¥100, but the rich amber character is worth it.
MugiAnd Shiga Kogen Beer’s Baby Blonde Miyama is 5.0% and made for another round, right? I want to conquer every beer in a small pour!
Hop BroSmall pours start at ¥900 and large ones at ¥1,200. Find your favorite first, then finish with a large. I really want to visit Marumugi now!
MugiLet’s go! They’re closed Tuesdays and holidays, so we’ll plan it right and toast in Arakicho!
