Sakura Taps adds one new tap on August 21: Porter from Shiga Kogen Beer
Sakura Taps, a beer pub in Yokohama’s Kannai area, shared its tap lineup for Friday, August 21. The day’s update features one new beer on tap: Porter from Shiga Kogen Beer, alongside seven other draft offerings.
Hop BroToday's topic is Sakura Taps in Yokohama: they just put Shiga Kogen's Porter on as the one new tap for August 21. Eight taps total, and this is a dangerous day for dark beer fans.
MugiWait, clean for a dark beer? What does that even mean? I was picturing something super heavy and sweet!
Hop BroThat's the fun part, espresso-like roast aroma but the body drinks surprisingly smooth. It's the kind of porter you can even hand to someone who says they don't do dark beer.
MugiWhat is Maris Otter anyway? It sounds like a wizard spell. Are we sure we're still talking about beer?
Hop BroTotally safe, it's a malt name. British base malt gives it a biscuity backbone, so the roast doesn't come off too sharp or burnt.
MugiOooh, then with Sakura Taps' food, great with grilled dishes is basically guaranteed. Fantastic, now my stomach has entered the chat.
Hop BroAnd it isn't just the Porter, the full eight-tap spread is strong. You've got Yoshidamachi Helles 2026, Nomcraft Pale Ale, and collab beers like Game Night in the mix.
MugiOkay, from lager to pale ale to porter, that's basically a ready-made tasting flight! A casual after-work stop just turned into a field trip.
Hop BroHere's the move: they're open 3:00 to 11:30 p.m., so I want to start with the Helles and land on the Porter at the end. Second floor on Noraneko Street in Yoshidamachi, and I already feel myself getting pulled in.
MugiThat's it, we're going. I need that Porter tonight, and now I'm curious about all eight taps too.
Sakura Taps, a beer pub on the second floor of Nora Neko Dori in Yokohama’s Yoshida-cho area, posted its lineup for Friday, August 21. The bar opens at 15:00 and closes at 23:30, and this update brings one new tap into the mix.
The new pour is Porter / Shiga Kogen Beer. According to the post, it has a clean profile that should also appeal to drinkers who do not usually reach for dark beer. Built on Maris Otter malt from the UK, it carries an espresso-like roasted aroma and should pair well with grilled dishes.
The full tap list for the day is:
- LEMENBRAU / Baeren x Highbury
- Yoshidacho Helles 2026 / Sakura Taps x Numazu Craft
- Nomcraft Pale Ale / Nomcraft Brewing
- Tentaikansoku / Kyoto Brewing x West Coast Brewing
- Salud Amigos! / Grandline Brewing
- Game Night / West Coast Brewing x Kyoto Brewing
- Porter / Shiga Kogen Beer
- Da Boy Tommie / DOK BREWING
Sakura Taps is known for pairing craft beer with seasonal food in a relaxed, beer-friendly setting. This lineup spans lagers, pale ales, collaborations, and a porter, making it easy to move between styles while eating. It works well for a quick after-work pint, but also for anyone who wants to compare multiple beers in one visit.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's topic is Sakura Taps in Yokohama: they just put Shiga Kogen's Porter on as the one new tap for August 21. Eight taps total, and this is a dangerous day for dark beer fans.
MugiWait, clean for a dark beer? What does that even mean? I was picturing something super heavy and sweet!
Hop BroThat's the fun part, espresso-like roast aroma but the body drinks surprisingly smooth. It's the kind of porter you can even hand to someone who says they don't do dark beer.
MugiWhat is Maris Otter anyway? It sounds like a wizard spell. Are we sure we're still talking about beer?
Hop BroTotally safe, it's a malt name. British base malt gives it a biscuity backbone, so the roast doesn't come off too sharp or burnt.
MugiOooh, then with Sakura Taps' food, great with grilled dishes is basically guaranteed. Fantastic, now my stomach has entered the chat.
Hop BroAnd it isn't just the Porter, the full eight-tap spread is strong. You've got Yoshidamachi Helles 2026, Nomcraft Pale Ale, and collab beers like Game Night in the mix.
MugiOkay, from lager to pale ale to porter, that's basically a ready-made tasting flight! A casual after-work stop just turned into a field trip.
Hop BroHere's the move: they're open 3:00 to 11:30 p.m., so I want to start with the Helles and land on the Porter at the end. Second floor on Noraneko Street in Yoshidamachi, and I already feel myself getting pulled in.
MugiThat's it, we're going. I need that Porter tonight, and now I'm curious about all eight taps too.
