Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos to Host Dialogue Event "Camos Tap Talks" Featuring a University of Tokyo Researcher
Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos in Bunkyo, Tokyo, will hold the talk event "Camos Tap Talks" on May 29 with no advance registration required and free admission. The first theme is "The Territorial Battle of Proliferating Microorganisms," and the event will feature Yuya Karita from the University of Tokyo as a guest, with beer and research as the main talking points.
Hop BroCamos Tap Talks starting at Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos already has an opening theme that sounds fun.
MugiWait, what is it? "The Territorial Battle of Proliferating Microorganisms" sounds like a game, and I’m curious!
Hop BroThey’re inviting Yuya Karita from the University of Tokyo for a dialogue event that loosely connects beer and research.
MugiResearch sounds difficult... is it really true that no specialized knowledge is needed?
Hop BroIt really is. They’ll talk a little at the beginning, and then it’s a casual format where people can ask questions freely.
MugiAnd it’s free to attend, with no registration needed? Does an event like that really exist!?
Hop BroAnd the venue is the taproom at Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos, with the event running from 18:30 to 20:30 on May 29, 2026.
MugiIf you can drop in partway through and there are soft drinks too, it’s nice that you can just swing by!
Hop BroSince microbial management in brewing is directly tied to quality, it’s a topic that hits beer lovers right where they live.
MugiBut when you say "territorial battle of microorganisms," do you mean yeast and lactic acid bacteria are fighting over territory?
Hop BroExactly, roughly speaking that’s it. Looking into the world of microorganisms changes the way you see beer.
MugiAll right, I want to go! A research talk with a glass in hand sounds like an absolutely delicious way to spend time!
Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos, located in Hongo, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo, is launching a new event series called "Camos Tap Talks." The theme of this first edition is "The Territorial Battle of Proliferating Microorganisms." The event will welcome Yuya Karita from the University of Tokyo as a guest and casually explore the world of microorganisms over a beer.
The event details are as follows.
- Date and time: Friday, May 29, 2026, 18:30-20:30
- Venue: Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos Taproom
- Admission: Free (one-drink minimum)
- Registration: Not required
- Notes: Drop-in participation welcome, soft drinks available
According to the announcement, the event will begin with a brief introduction to the research topic, followed by an open format for casual conversation and questions. No specialized knowledge is required, and participation is welcome even if you just think, "That sounds interesting." Since microorganism management in brewing is directly tied to product quality, the theme should also feel relevant to beer fans.
Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos is planning the event as a taproom where learning and conversation naturally intersect, with the atmosphere of Hongo serving as its backdrop. As an evening where craft beer, research, the neighborhood, and people connect in a relaxed way, the event is designed to be easy to join as part of everyday life. On May 29, visitors can enjoy a time when beer and intellectual curiosity meet, glass in hand, while learning about microorganisms.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCamos Tap Talks starting at Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos already has an opening theme that sounds fun.
MugiWait, what is it? "The Territorial Battle of Proliferating Microorganisms" sounds like a game, and I’m curious!
Hop BroThey’re inviting Yuya Karita from the University of Tokyo for a dialogue event that loosely connects beer and research.
MugiResearch sounds difficult... is it really true that no specialized knowledge is needed?
Hop BroIt really is. They’ll talk a little at the beginning, and then it’s a casual format where people can ask questions freely.
MugiAnd it’s free to attend, with no registration needed? Does an event like that really exist!?
Hop BroAnd the venue is the taproom at Hongo Kikusakamachi Kamos, with the event running from 18:30 to 20:30 on May 29, 2026.
MugiIf you can drop in partway through and there are soft drinks too, it’s nice that you can just swing by!
Hop BroSince microbial management in brewing is directly tied to quality, it’s a topic that hits beer lovers right where they live.
MugiBut when you say "territorial battle of microorganisms," do you mean yeast and lactic acid bacteria are fighting over territory?
Hop BroExactly, roughly speaking that’s it. Looking into the world of microorganisms changes the way you see beer.
MugiAll right, I want to go! A research talk with a glass in hand sounds like an absolutely delicious way to spend time!
