KARAKURI in Kanda taps Tsugaru Brewing’s “Arigatou! IPA”
KARAKURI -Craft Beer & Oden & Sake- in Kanda has tapped “Arigatou! IPA” from Tsugaru Brewing in Aomori. The post introduces it as one of the brewery’s first three beers, brewed with a five-hop blend. On June 6, the venue closes at 10 p.m.
Hop BroToday’s story is about Arigatoo! IPA going on tap at KARAKURI in Kanda. It’s one of the first three beers from Tsugaru Brewery in Aomori.
MugiWait, that name is already adorable! So the Arigatoo! series is like the beer thanking me before I even order it?
Hop BroThat’s part of the charm. It’s a five-hop IPA, built on classic IPA aroma and bitterness, but with a really bright, expressive profile.
MugiWhat is that even supposed to mean? Five hops sounds like a superhero team, but what changes in the glass?
Hop BroWith just one hop, the aroma can feel pretty linear. With five, you get layered-up aromas that arrive in waves, so the flavor feels more defined.
MugiWhoa! But the article mentioned a dry finish. Does that mean it drains every drop of moisture from my mouth?
Hop BroNot full desert mode. They use local rice to lighten the finish, so it lands with a clean, snappy finish that makes you want the next sip.
MugiAnd KARAKURI is the place with craft beer and oden, right? IPA with oden sounds chaotic in the most delicious way possible!
Hop BroExactly, and the attached bottle shop is a nice bonus. On June 6, it closes at 10 p.m., so getting there early is the smart move.
MugiThat settles it, I’m heading to Kanda after work. My first pint pick is officially Arigatoo! IPA, and now both of us totally want a glass.
At KARAKURI -Craft Beer & Oden & Sake- in a basement space in Kanda, Tokyo, Tsugaru Brewing’s “Arigatou! IPA” has been put on tap.
In the post, the beer is described as one of the brewery’s first three releases in the “Arigatou!” series. It is positioned as an IPA built around a classic hop-forward aroma and bitterness, while using a blend of five hop varieties to create a brighter aromatic profile and a more layered flavor. The beer is also said to finish dry with the help of locally grown rice, making it a notable first-wave release from a brewery just getting underway.
KARAKURI serves craft beer, sake, and natural wine, alongside creative dishes centered on oden. The venue has the easygoing feel of a neighborhood beer pub, but it also includes a bottle shop, so guests can take bottles and cans home after drinking in. That combination makes it a practical stop for beer drinkers who want both a pint on site and something to bring back later.
Regular hours are Monday to Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. or 11:00 p.m., and Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with irregular days off. For June 6, the venue is scheduled to operate from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with food last order at 9:00 p.m. (some fried items and selected menu items at 8:30 p.m.) and drink last order at 9:30 p.m.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s story is about Arigatoo! IPA going on tap at KARAKURI in Kanda. It’s one of the first three beers from Tsugaru Brewery in Aomori.
MugiWait, that name is already adorable! So the Arigatoo! series is like the beer thanking me before I even order it?
Hop BroThat’s part of the charm. It’s a five-hop IPA, built on classic IPA aroma and bitterness, but with a really bright, expressive profile.
MugiWhat is that even supposed to mean? Five hops sounds like a superhero team, but what changes in the glass?
Hop BroWith just one hop, the aroma can feel pretty linear. With five, you get layered-up aromas that arrive in waves, so the flavor feels more defined.
MugiWhoa! But the article mentioned a dry finish. Does that mean it drains every drop of moisture from my mouth?
Hop BroNot full desert mode. They use local rice to lighten the finish, so it lands with a clean, snappy finish that makes you want the next sip.
MugiAnd KARAKURI is the place with craft beer and oden, right? IPA with oden sounds chaotic in the most delicious way possible!
Hop BroExactly, and the attached bottle shop is a nice bonus. On June 6, it closes at 10 p.m., so getting there early is the smart move.
MugiThat settles it, I’m heading to Kanda after work. My first pint pick is officially Arigatoo! IPA, and now both of us totally want a glass.
