Shiga Matsuri 2026 at Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji with 40 Shiga Kogen Beer Taps
At Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji, "Shiga Matsuri 2026," a gathering of Shiga Kogen Beer, was held from March 20 to 22. The post announced a large lineup of 40 varieties, ranging from core beers to Fresh Hop styles.
Hop BroIn Kichijoji, Shiga Matsuri 2026 was held, and Shiga Kogen Beer lined up in full force at Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji. The tap count reportedly went up to 40 varieties, which is quite a sight.
MugiWhat!? 40 varieties? That number already sounds like a banquet hall! If there were that many, my brain would get lost trying to figure out what to drink first!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: it’s not just a lot, because they’ve got everything from core beers to Fresh Hop. You can track familiar staples like Shiga Kogen IPA, and seasonal releases like Fresh Hop IPA 2025, which is what makes it strong.
MugiFresh Hop means they use freshly harvested hops, right? Just the sound of "freshly picked and delivered" already makes it seem delicious!
Hop BroExactly. The hop aroma comes through more vividly, with a fresh green character and citrus notes that are easier to feel. In this lineup, something like Fresh Hop Pils 2025 lets you enjoy the crispness of a pilsner together with the freshness of the aroma.
MugiWait, what! Freshness in a pilsner? So it’s easy to drink but still has depth. I’d probably end up saying, "I’ll just have something light today," and then getting hooked!
Hop BroAnd if you look at the poster, there are DPA, Africa Pale Ale, Miyama Blonde, House IPA, and even SHIGAKOGEN ITALIAN PILS!? The range of styles is incredible, so it feels like you can travel within the same brewery.
MugiHuh, House Lager and Grisette are in there too, and suddenly there are so many fancy words that I’d probably freeze in front of the signboard...
Hop BroIn simple terms, lager is fermented cold so it tends to be crisp, and grisette is a light, dry Belgian-style beer. So it’s set up for a tasting-friendly lineup. Even if you get lost, it’s the fun kind of lost.
MugiAnd if it can be paired with casual French cuisine, then not just the beer but the food can be the star too. A rock-paper-scissors tournament too? That really gives it full event energy!
Hop BroExactly. Nakamura-san from Shiga Kogen Beer was scheduled to stop by in the evening, so the Yambushi tasting lineup is also intriguing, and the energy on site is high. Since it’s directly connected to Kichijoji Station, it’s the kind of place where you stop in for one drink and end up staying longer.
MugiJust hearing about it makes me want to drink... I want to try Shiga Kogen Beer one after another, and finish with some French snacks!
Hop BroRight? It’s a lineup that makes you want to toast right now, and Shiga Matsuri 2026 was basically like a field trip for beer lovers. On a day like that, choosing your first drink is a serious battle.
Event Overview
At Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji, "Shiga Matsuri 2026" was held from March 20 to 22. The post said the Shiga Kogen Beer tap lineup had expanded to 40 varieties, surpassing last year's 37. In a convenient location directly connected to JR Kichijoji Station on the first floor of Atre Kichijoji East Building, the event fit the shop's style: a tasting-friendly gathering pairing up to 30 craft beers available daily with casual French cuisine.
Bottles and Drafts on Display
The poster listed DPA, Africa Pale Ale, Baby Blonde Miyama, Shiga Kogen IPA, Miyama Blonde, India Summer Saison, Sono Ju, House IPA, SHIGAKOGEN ITALIAN PILS!?, House Lager Sankei.ver, SHOBU no Miyama Lager, Farm House Grisette, Fresh Hop Pils 2025, Fresh Hop Aoi 2025, Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale 2025, Fresh Hop IPA 2025, and more. On another side, Not So Mild Ale, Spelt Saison, Shiga Kogen SCHWARTZ!?, KASUMI, SHINING, and SNOW MONKEY IPA were also visible, creating a setup where both core beers and limited releases could be explored at once.
The Atmosphere Visible from the Post
The post also mentioned that there was "just a little left in the Yambushi tasting lineup," suggesting that some beers were already getting kicked. Nakamura-san from Shiga Kogen Beer was scheduled to visit in the evening, and there was also an announcement for a rock-paper-scissors tournament. Because the shop is directly connected to Kichijoji Station, it is easy to stop by, and its strength is that you can build a visit around anything from a casual single drink to a full comparison tasting session. The food is centered on "casual French," so it works well whether you start with beer or start with food. It seems best to enjoy the event beers alongside menu items like the Bon Appetit! course while following along with the lineup.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIn Kichijoji, Shiga Matsuri 2026 was held, and Shiga Kogen Beer lined up in full force at Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji. The tap count reportedly went up to 40 varieties, which is quite a sight.
MugiWhat!? 40 varieties? That number already sounds like a banquet hall! If there were that many, my brain would get lost trying to figure out what to drink first!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: it’s not just a lot, because they’ve got everything from core beers to Fresh Hop. You can track familiar staples like Shiga Kogen IPA, and seasonal releases like Fresh Hop IPA 2025, which is what makes it strong.
MugiFresh Hop means they use freshly harvested hops, right? Just the sound of "freshly picked and delivered" already makes it seem delicious!
Hop BroExactly. The hop aroma comes through more vividly, with a fresh green character and citrus notes that are easier to feel. In this lineup, something like Fresh Hop Pils 2025 lets you enjoy the crispness of a pilsner together with the freshness of the aroma.
MugiWait, what! Freshness in a pilsner? So it’s easy to drink but still has depth. I’d probably end up saying, "I’ll just have something light today," and then getting hooked!
Hop BroAnd if you look at the poster, there are DPA, Africa Pale Ale, Miyama Blonde, House IPA, and even SHIGAKOGEN ITALIAN PILS!? The range of styles is incredible, so it feels like you can travel within the same brewery.
MugiHuh, House Lager and Grisette are in there too, and suddenly there are so many fancy words that I’d probably freeze in front of the signboard...
Hop BroIn simple terms, lager is fermented cold so it tends to be crisp, and grisette is a light, dry Belgian-style beer. So it’s set up for a tasting-friendly lineup. Even if you get lost, it’s the fun kind of lost.
MugiAnd if it can be paired with casual French cuisine, then not just the beer but the food can be the star too. A rock-paper-scissors tournament too? That really gives it full event energy!
Hop BroExactly. Nakamura-san from Shiga Kogen Beer was scheduled to stop by in the evening, so the Yambushi tasting lineup is also intriguing, and the energy on site is high. Since it’s directly connected to Kichijoji Station, it’s the kind of place where you stop in for one drink and end up staying longer.
MugiJust hearing about it makes me want to drink... I want to try Shiga Kogen Beer one after another, and finish with some French snacks!
Hop BroRight? It’s a lineup that makes you want to toast right now, and Shiga Matsuri 2026 was basically like a field trip for beer lovers. On a day like that, choosing your first drink is a serious battle.
