Chiitoko Shoten in Shimosuwa taps new keg of "THE B," bringing the March 25 lineup to four draft beers
Chiitoko Shoten, the "Dagashi, Beer, and Coffee Shop" in Shimosuwa, Nagano, has published its tap lineup for Wednesday, March 25, from 12:00 to 22:00. The new keg is FIELD ALES "THE B." On this day, four distinct beers will be available, ranging from classic styles to IPA and imperial red ale.
Hop BroChiitoko Shoten in Shimosuwa has put out its tap info for March 25. Since it's a day that looks rainy from the afternoon, it's the kind of place that makes you want to drop by and take it easy.
MugiWait, the name alone already has me curious, and there's beer too? "Dagashi, beer, and coffee" is way too much information!
Hop BroThis time's highlight is THE B, a new keg from FIELD ALES. It's a pale ale that really leans into bitterness, with citrus aroma and a grapefruit-peel-like bitter edge.
MugiWhat?! A pale ale that's bitter? Does it actually have grapefruit peel in it?
Hop BroGood question. Here, that's just the aroma image, and it means the bitterness is well designed. When you drink it, the bright citrus comes first, then the bitterness snaps in at the finish.
MugiOhhh, that's the kind of beer that makes you want to go for a pint! It really sounds like a beer you want to enjoy properly!
Hop BroWhat's more, the lineup for the day is interesting. With four beers to compare, classic, bitter pale ale, IPA, and imperial red are all on tap, so it's a setup where you can pick based on your mood.
MugiWhoa, they're totally different styles! From classic to IPA, it's the kind of lineup that makes you want to hop from one to the next!
Hop BroFor example, Baeren Brewery's Classic is the reliable, standard-bearer style just like its name suggests. FARMENTRY's No.2 KISARAGI IPA lets you enjoy the hop presence, while Ise Kadoya Brewery's Imperial Red Ale brings out malt depth.
MugiI keep hearing about malt-forward beers, but what does that actually mean? Does "malt depth" mean it tastes bready?
Hop BroThat's basically the right idea. When the richness of the malt comes forward, you get toasted aromas and a fuller, sweeter impression. That's why people who like red ales or dark beers tend to really click with it.
MugiI see! Then drinking this with dagashi today might be amazing. If they even have coffee, I could stay all day!
Hop BroExactly, that everyday neighborhood atmosphere is part of what makes Chiitoko Shoten so good. Check the latest info on Instagram and the store page, and enjoy a leisurely drink on a rainy day.
MugiAlright, I'm totally in the mood to drink now! I want to start with THE B and then try all four kinds!
The beer pub Dagashi, Beer, and Coffee Shop Chiitoko Shoten, located in Shimotanda, Shimosuwa Town, Suwa District, Nagano Prefecture, shared its business information for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, on Instagram. The post title is "《3/25(Wed) OPEN12:00~22:00》." It introduces the day as one that is expected to turn rainy in the afternoon, with a relaxed tone that suits lingering a while.
The main point this time is the one newly tapped keg: FIELD ALES "THE B." In the post, it is described as a pale ale with a focus on bitterness, characterized by citrus aroma and a bitter impression reminiscent of grapefruit peel. It is presented as a beer best enjoyed properly by the pint, which is especially appealing.
The draft lineup for the day is as follows.
- Classic (6.0%) / Baeren Brewery
- THE B ~Bitter Pale Ale~ (6.0%) / Field Ales
- No.2 KISARAGI IPA (7.0%) / FARMENTRY
- Imperial Red Ale (7.0%) / Ise Kadoya Brewery
The appeal of the day is the range that makes side-by-side tasting easy: an imperial red ale delivering malt-driven body, an IPA with a strong hop presence, and the newly tapped bitter pale ale. True to the shop's name, Chiitoko Shoten also has that everyday, neighborhood feel where you can spend time with dagashi, baked sweets, and coffee.
The latest information can be checked on the Instagram post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DWSryD7EpQ0/) and the store page (https://www.facebook.com/chiitoko/).
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroChiitoko Shoten in Shimosuwa has put out its tap info for March 25. Since it's a day that looks rainy from the afternoon, it's the kind of place that makes you want to drop by and take it easy.
MugiWait, the name alone already has me curious, and there's beer too? "Dagashi, beer, and coffee" is way too much information!
Hop BroThis time's highlight is THE B, a new keg from FIELD ALES. It's a pale ale that really leans into bitterness, with citrus aroma and a grapefruit-peel-like bitter edge.
MugiWhat?! A pale ale that's bitter? Does it actually have grapefruit peel in it?
Hop BroGood question. Here, that's just the aroma image, and it means the bitterness is well designed. When you drink it, the bright citrus comes first, then the bitterness snaps in at the finish.
MugiOhhh, that's the kind of beer that makes you want to go for a pint! It really sounds like a beer you want to enjoy properly!
Hop BroWhat's more, the lineup for the day is interesting. With four beers to compare, classic, bitter pale ale, IPA, and imperial red are all on tap, so it's a setup where you can pick based on your mood.
MugiWhoa, they're totally different styles! From classic to IPA, it's the kind of lineup that makes you want to hop from one to the next!
Hop BroFor example, Baeren Brewery's Classic is the reliable, standard-bearer style just like its name suggests. FARMENTRY's No.2 KISARAGI IPA lets you enjoy the hop presence, while Ise Kadoya Brewery's Imperial Red Ale brings out malt depth.
MugiI keep hearing about malt-forward beers, but what does that actually mean? Does "malt depth" mean it tastes bready?
Hop BroThat's basically the right idea. When the richness of the malt comes forward, you get toasted aromas and a fuller, sweeter impression. That's why people who like red ales or dark beers tend to really click with it.
MugiI see! Then drinking this with dagashi today might be amazing. If they even have coffee, I could stay all day!
Hop BroExactly, that everyday neighborhood atmosphere is part of what makes Chiitoko Shoten so good. Check the latest info on Instagram and the store page, and enjoy a leisurely drink on a rainy day.
MugiAlright, I'm totally in the mood to drink now! I want to start with THE B and then try all four kinds!
