Nara Brewing’s Spare Pocket Pours at Irish Pub Tullamore in Tomigaya
Irish Pub Tullamore in Tomigaya, Tokyo, will pour Nara Brewing’s Spare Pocket W-IPA as its guest beer on September 15, 2026. The tap lineup also includes Guinness, Shiga Kogen Beer IPA, Yebisu, and a nitro Irish Red, available from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Hop BroTullamore, an Irish pub in Tomigaya, is tapping Nara Brewing’s Spare Pocket on September 15.
MugiWhoa! That name is adorable! What is Spare Pocket exactly?
Hop BroIt’s a W-IPA, or Double IPA. At 7.5% ABV, it’s an IPA built around bitterness.
MugiDouble means twice the hops and bitterness? Is my tongue about to start strength training?
Hop BroClose enough! It means a fuller hop character and higher strength. Sweet orange-like aroma leads to grapefruit flavor and firm bitterness, with a tropical finish.
MugiNice! It has a lighter body and an easy-drinking 7.5%, so I might accidentally start dancing!
Hop BroThe guest beer isn’t alone: Tullamore also has Guinness, Shiga Kogen Beer IPA, Yebisu, and a nitro Irish Red.
MugiNitro? Does adding nitrogen mean the foam starts a science experiment?
Hop BroNitrogen makes the bubbles finer and the texture creamy. The house roast-pork-and-apple salad and sardine lemon pasta should pair beautifully.
MugiFrom 4 to 11 p.m., let’s start with Guinness and head to Spare Pocket! I want a five-tap beer tour at Tullamore right now!
Five beers on tap
Irish Pub Tullamore, located in Tomigaya near Yoyogi Park, will open from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on September 15, 2026. Drinks are available until 10:30 p.m., while food service runs from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The regular tap list features Guinness, Shiga Kogen Beer IPA, and Yebisu. The pub will also serve Ikari Brewery Irish Red - Nitro- as its English-style ale. Its nitrogenated pour should offer the smooth, creamy texture associated with nitro beer.
The guest beer is Nara Brewing Spare Pocket, a 7.5% W-IPA. According to the pub’s announcement, it opens with sweet citrus aromas reminiscent of orange, followed by grapefruit-like flavor and a pronounced bitterness. A soft tropical note remains on the finish, while its relatively light body makes the alcohol feel less prominent. The balance between citrus character and bitterness makes it a strong choice for drinkers who enjoy hop-forward, bitter IPAs.
Food pairings
New food options include house-roasted pork with apple salad, a fresh variation on the pub’s holiday roast. The octopus and vegetable herb-butter sauté is also returning, while the pasta menu gains sardine and lemon pasta made with a garlic-oil base.
With classic Irish pub pours, a nitro red ale, and a hop-driven guest W-IPA, Tullamore’s September 15 lineup offers several distinct directions for a beer-focused evening. Tap availability may change, so checking with the pub before visiting is recommended.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTullamore, an Irish pub in Tomigaya, is tapping Nara Brewing’s Spare Pocket on September 15.
MugiWhoa! That name is adorable! What is Spare Pocket exactly?
Hop BroIt’s a W-IPA, or Double IPA. At 7.5% ABV, it’s an IPA built around bitterness.
MugiDouble means twice the hops and bitterness? Is my tongue about to start strength training?
Hop BroClose enough! It means a fuller hop character and higher strength. Sweet orange-like aroma leads to grapefruit flavor and firm bitterness, with a tropical finish.
MugiNice! It has a lighter body and an easy-drinking 7.5%, so I might accidentally start dancing!
Hop BroThe guest beer isn’t alone: Tullamore also has Guinness, Shiga Kogen Beer IPA, Yebisu, and a nitro Irish Red.
MugiNitro? Does adding nitrogen mean the foam starts a science experiment?
Hop BroNitrogen makes the bubbles finer and the texture creamy. The house roast-pork-and-apple salad and sardine lemon pasta should pair beautifully.
MugiFrom 4 to 11 p.m., let’s start with Guinness and head to Spare Pocket! I want a five-tap beer tour at Tullamore right now!
