CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI taps California Common "夏暁" and IPA "Ongoing"
CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI in Funabashi has added NORTH ISLAND BEER's California Common “夏暁” and 忽布古丹醸造’s American IPA “Ongoing.” The pub also brought back large fried chicken (大鶏排) and spicy jerk chicken, making it an easy stop for beer-and-food pairing.
Hop BroFunabashi has a good one today. Two fresh taps just landed at CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI, and the lineup is strong.
MugiWhat? Tell me everything! Natsuake and Ongoing already sound like main characters.
Hop BroFirst up is NORTH ISLAND BEER's California Common 'Natsuake'. It opens with citrusy hop aroma, then drinks really clean.
MugiOkay, but hold on, California Common is what exactly? That sounds like a transfer student from the West Coast.
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's toasty yet crisp. You get some malt calmness, but the finish stays light, so it's great in warm weather.
MugiGot it! Then is Hop Kotan's American IPA 'Ongoing' the punchier one?
Hop BroExactly. It layers three hops and carries through to a dry finish with a pleasant bitterness, so it really shines in a tasting flight.
MugiThree hops? And both beers use Amarillo and Idaho 7? That suddenly sounds like a superhero lineup. So what changes?
Hop BroEven with shared hops, the aroma contrast is the fun part. Natsuake feels cleaner and brighter, while Ongoing pushes more depth and bitterness.
MugiAnd then you pair that with giant fried chicken and jerk chicken? Spice combo restored. My mouth is going to need a game plan.
Hop BroThat's the beauty of it. I've already picked Natsuake first. CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI has that hidden-upstairs feel where you can really sit down and compare.
MugiThen it's settled. Tasting flight tonight. I'll take the giant fried chicken, you handle the beer lecture, and we're finishing both taps.
New taps
CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI, a beer pub on the second floor along Honcho-dori in Funabashi, announced two new beers on tap: California Common “夏暁” from NORTH ISLAND BEER and American IPA “Ongoing” from 忽布古丹醸造.
“夏暁” is described as having a bright citrus-like hop aroma and a clean finish. “Ongoing” brings out a layered hop character, along with a pleasant bitterness and a dry finish. Because both beers use Amarillo and Idaho 7, the pair makes for a straightforward side-by-side comparison of aroma and aftertaste.
Food pairing
The post also notes the return of large fried chicken (大鶏排) and the availability of spicy jerk chicken. Those dishes fit naturally with hop-forward beers, especially when the goal is to match spice, aroma, and bitterness.
CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI is known as a relaxed spot for drinking craft beer from breweries across Japan. Its second-floor location gives it a slightly hidden, tucked-away feel, while still being close enough for an easy stop after work or on the way home. For drinkers who want to spend time comparing styles rather than just ordering one pint, it is the kind of place that rewards a slower visit.
This update is a good snapshot of what the pub does best: rotate taps, serve food that works with beer, and keep the focus on flavor rather than flash.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroFunabashi has a good one today. Two fresh taps just landed at CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI, and the lineup is strong.
MugiWhat? Tell me everything! Natsuake and Ongoing already sound like main characters.
Hop BroFirst up is NORTH ISLAND BEER's California Common 'Natsuake'. It opens with citrusy hop aroma, then drinks really clean.
MugiOkay, but hold on, California Common is what exactly? That sounds like a transfer student from the West Coast.
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's toasty yet crisp. You get some malt calmness, but the finish stays light, so it's great in warm weather.
MugiGot it! Then is Hop Kotan's American IPA 'Ongoing' the punchier one?
Hop BroExactly. It layers three hops and carries through to a dry finish with a pleasant bitterness, so it really shines in a tasting flight.
MugiThree hops? And both beers use Amarillo and Idaho 7? That suddenly sounds like a superhero lineup. So what changes?
Hop BroEven with shared hops, the aroma contrast is the fun part. Natsuake feels cleaner and brighter, while Ongoing pushes more depth and bitterness.
MugiAnd then you pair that with giant fried chicken and jerk chicken? Spice combo restored. My mouth is going to need a game plan.
Hop BroThat's the beauty of it. I've already picked Natsuake first. CRAFT PORT FUNABASHI has that hidden-upstairs feel where you can really sit down and compare.
MugiThen it's settled. Tasting flight tonight. I'll take the giant fried chicken, you handle the beer lecture, and we're finishing both taps.
