Marumugi in Tokyo Serves Five Craft Beers for September 9
Jibeer Bar Marumugi in Arakicho, Shinjuku, has announced a five-beer lineup for September 9, 2026. The selection ranges from a gentle American pale ale and a bitter IPA to a peach-infused weizen, a historic-style lager, and an easy-drinking session IPA.
Hop BroMarumugi, a local beer bar near Yotsuya-sanchome, has five taps for autumn on offer. It is a great lineup, from mellow pours to bold ones.
MugiWhoa, five beers! Is this an autumn beer tour? Tell me about the easy first pint!
Hop BroA fine opener is COEDO from Saitama's Akane American Pale Ale. At 5.0% ABV, it has floral and citrus-like aromas with restrained bitterness.
MugiAmerican Pale Ale sounds intense already! Is restrained bitterness okay for a beginner?
Hop BroAbsolutely. Pale ales often highlight hop aroma while staying gentler than IPAs. Akane also has pale amber malt character, making it a beer made for food.
MugiNice! But what if I wake up thinking, 'Bring on the bitterness!' My taste buds become adventurers sometimes!
Hop BroThen choose Y.MARKET BREWING's Hysteric IPA from Aichi. It is 7.0% ABV, packed with complex hop aroma and firm bitterness—like hops grabbing a microphone for a power ballad.
MugiHops singing a power ballad!? That is a whole beer concert! What about a day when I want something sweetly aromatic?
Hop BroTry Minoh Beer from Osaka's Japanese Peach Weizen made with Hakuhou peaches. Juicy peach meets banana and clove notes typical of weizen, with a soft wheat-malt texture.
MugiPeach, banana, and clove... my brain is a fruit basket next to a spice rack! That soft, smooth texture sounds very approachable!
Hop BroThere is more: Mojiko Retro Beer's 5.5% Sakura Beer is a classic malt-forward pour, while Great Dane Brewing's 4.7% EVERYDAY IPA is a light, hoppy session IPA.
MugiI cannot choose! Start with EVERYDAY IPA, fit in the peach weizen, then finish with Sakura Beer... tasting flight mission accepted!
Hop BroPerfect. Large pours are generally ¥1,200 and small pours ¥900, with a ¥100 supplement for some beers. It is on the second floor of Ichibankan Building in Arakicho—so cheers to Yotsuya nights!
MugiA mellow pale ale, peach, and IPA on an autumn evening... that sounds perfect! Watch your step, and let's go to Marumugi!
Five beers with an early autumn character
Jibeer Bar Marumugi, a craft beer pub in Arakicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, has announced its tap list for September 9. Large servings are priced at 1,200 yen and small servings at 900 yen, with a 100-yen surcharge on selected beers.
COEDO’s “Akane” leads the lineup. This 5.0% American pale ale offers floral and citrus aromas, restrained bitterness, and a gentle malt character. Its soft profile should pair well with food and suit the cooler feel of early autumn.
Y.MARKET BREWING contributes “Hysteric IPA,” a 7.0% IPA built around complex hop aromas and a pronounced bitterness. It is the choice for drinkers looking for a fuller and more assertive beer.
Minoh Beer’s “Domestic Peach Weizen Hakuho Ver.” is a 5.0% fruit weizen made with Japanese Hakuho peaches. Juicy peach aromas meet the banana and clove notes associated with weizen, while wheat malt gives the beer a soft texture and a clean finish.
From Mojiko Retro Beer comes “Sakura Beer,” a 5.5% beer inspired by the historic atmosphere of Mojiko. Its nostalgic character makes it a good option for those who prefer a malt-forward beer with a classic feel.
Great Dane Brewing’s “EVERYDAY IPA” rounds out the list at 4.7%. Light-bodied and hop-forward, the session IPA is designed for easy drinking and works equally well as a first pint or a relaxed final glass.
Marumugi is located on the second floor of Ichiban-kan Building, 1 Arakicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo. The bar is closed on Tuesdays and public holidays. For craft beer fans exploring the Yotsuya area, this five-beer selection offers a compact tour of different styles and brewing regions across Japan.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMarumugi, a local beer bar near Yotsuya-sanchome, has five taps for autumn on offer. It is a great lineup, from mellow pours to bold ones.
MugiWhoa, five beers! Is this an autumn beer tour? Tell me about the easy first pint!
Hop BroA fine opener is COEDO from Saitama's Akane American Pale Ale. At 5.0% ABV, it has floral and citrus-like aromas with restrained bitterness.
MugiAmerican Pale Ale sounds intense already! Is restrained bitterness okay for a beginner?
Hop BroAbsolutely. Pale ales often highlight hop aroma while staying gentler than IPAs. Akane also has pale amber malt character, making it a beer made for food.
MugiNice! But what if I wake up thinking, 'Bring on the bitterness!' My taste buds become adventurers sometimes!
Hop BroThen choose Y.MARKET BREWING's Hysteric IPA from Aichi. It is 7.0% ABV, packed with complex hop aroma and firm bitterness—like hops grabbing a microphone for a power ballad.
MugiHops singing a power ballad!? That is a whole beer concert! What about a day when I want something sweetly aromatic?
Hop BroTry Minoh Beer from Osaka's Japanese Peach Weizen made with Hakuhou peaches. Juicy peach meets banana and clove notes typical of weizen, with a soft wheat-malt texture.
MugiPeach, banana, and clove... my brain is a fruit basket next to a spice rack! That soft, smooth texture sounds very approachable!
Hop BroThere is more: Mojiko Retro Beer's 5.5% Sakura Beer is a classic malt-forward pour, while Great Dane Brewing's 4.7% EVERYDAY IPA is a light, hoppy session IPA.
MugiI cannot choose! Start with EVERYDAY IPA, fit in the peach weizen, then finish with Sakura Beer... tasting flight mission accepted!
Hop BroPerfect. Large pours are generally ¥1,200 and small pours ¥900, with a ¥100 supplement for some beers. It is on the second floor of Ichibankan Building in Arakicho—so cheers to Yotsuya nights!
MugiA mellow pale ale, peach, and IPA on an autumn evening... that sounds perfect! Watch your step, and let's go to Marumugi!