Spring tap refresh at Umegaoka's "Neko no Shukai-jo"; Mugi no Manimani tapped, 3rd anniversary event on 4/18-19
At the beer pub "Craft Beer & Spice Food Neko no Shukai-jo" in Umegaoka, Tokyo, a new lager-focused keg has arrived to match the warmer weather. The current lineup ranges widely from "Mugi no Manimani (German Pilsner)" to pilsners, sours, saisons, rauchbocks, and IPAs. A 3rd anniversary event is also planned for April 18 and 19.
Hop BroAt Neko no Shukai-jo in Umegaoka, the taps got a nice spring refresh. The one drawing the most attention right now is the fresh-tapped Mugi no Manimani (German Pilsner) / Ise Kadoya Beer.
MugiWhoa, just hearing German Pilsner makes it sound crisp! But what is so great about pilsner anyway?
Hop BroSimply put, it has a nice balance of malt richness and light bitterness. On top of that, there is hop aroma and a subtle tartness, making it the kind of beer you can drink smoothly as the weather gets warmer.
MugiI see! So it's basically an easy-drinking beer. Sounds like my glass would be empty before I even notice!
Hop BroWhat's more, the current tap list has six kinds, so it's great that you can choose broadly from lager to IPA. They've got SOUR (Hard Cider) / Green Neighbours, Pirono Saison, Onmenbroi, SNOW MONKEY IPA, and Starwatcher on tap too.
MugiWhat a lineup, even the names are intense! Especially Rauchbock sounds like a kanji test or something, doesn't it?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. It's a style with a smoky personality, and the aroma of smoked malt is the signature. In a place like Neko no Shukai-jo, where you can enjoy the clean feel of pilsner and more distinctive styles at the same time, it really stands out.
MugiAnd you can order it in three sizes too! That's nice for people who just want to try a little, and for people who want to drink a lot.
Hop BroExactly. They also offer cup takeout, and you can drink and buy beer in cans and bottles too. You can enjoy a drink in the shop and, if you like it, take it home with you.
MugiAnd it's a spice food place, right? If you think about the pairing of beer and food, it sounds like endless fun!
Hop BroThat's right. On April 18 and 19, there will also be a 3rd anniversary event, and Kirio Men will be there on the 18th while masala jeico comes on the 19th, so the beer-and-food combinations are going to be even more fun.
MugiA spring tap refresh and an anniversary event too? That's almost unfair! I'm already in the mood for a drink tonight, and now I want to go all the way to Umegaoka!
Hop BroRight? On a day like this, starting with Mugi no Manimani and then moving on to an IPA or a sour depending on your mood is the best. All right, let's go out for drinks properly today.
At "Craft Beer & Spice Food Neko no Shukai-jo" in Umegaoka, Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, the shop is stepping up its selection of crisp, easy-drinking lager styles to match the weekend rise in temperatures. In a post, the freshly tapped Mugi no Manimani (German Pilsner) / Ise Kadoya Beer is introduced as a popular choice, described as a beer that keeps the malt richness while offering hop aroma, light bitterness, and a subtle tartness that makes it easy to keep drinking.
The tap list has six varieties in total. The lineup includes SOUR (Hard Cider) / Green Neighbours, Pirono Saison (Saison) / Pirono Beer, Onmenbroi (Rauchbock) / BAEREN, SNOW MONKEY IPA (Hazy IPA) / Shiga Kogen, and Starwatcher (West Coast IPA) / WCB, offering a broad range from lager to IPA. Draft beer can be ordered in three sizes, and takeaway in cups is also available.
The shop also serves beer in cans and bottles for both drinking in-house and buying to take home, so you can enjoy a pint on the spot or bring something back for later depending on your mood that day. True to a place that features spice food, the pairing of beer and food is also emphasized, and the post invites customers to "grab a quick dish to go with it." It is a good fit for people around Umegaoka Station who want to enjoy a crisp pilsner alongside more distinctive taps.
In addition, a 3rd anniversary event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19. On the 18th, the phantom ramen shop "Kirio Men" will appear as a food guest, and on the 19th, spice curry shop "masala jeico" will join, with beer available on both days. Along with the spring tap refresh, this is an event worth keeping an eye on over the anniversary weekend.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Neko no Shukai-jo in Umegaoka, the taps got a nice spring refresh. The one drawing the most attention right now is the fresh-tapped Mugi no Manimani (German Pilsner) / Ise Kadoya Beer.
MugiWhoa, just hearing German Pilsner makes it sound crisp! But what is so great about pilsner anyway?
Hop BroSimply put, it has a nice balance of malt richness and light bitterness. On top of that, there is hop aroma and a subtle tartness, making it the kind of beer you can drink smoothly as the weather gets warmer.
MugiI see! So it's basically an easy-drinking beer. Sounds like my glass would be empty before I even notice!
Hop BroWhat's more, the current tap list has six kinds, so it's great that you can choose broadly from lager to IPA. They've got SOUR (Hard Cider) / Green Neighbours, Pirono Saison, Onmenbroi, SNOW MONKEY IPA, and Starwatcher on tap too.
MugiWhat a lineup, even the names are intense! Especially Rauchbock sounds like a kanji test or something, doesn't it?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. It's a style with a smoky personality, and the aroma of smoked malt is the signature. In a place like Neko no Shukai-jo, where you can enjoy the clean feel of pilsner and more distinctive styles at the same time, it really stands out.
MugiAnd you can order it in three sizes too! That's nice for people who just want to try a little, and for people who want to drink a lot.
Hop BroExactly. They also offer cup takeout, and you can drink and buy beer in cans and bottles too. You can enjoy a drink in the shop and, if you like it, take it home with you.
MugiAnd it's a spice food place, right? If you think about the pairing of beer and food, it sounds like endless fun!
Hop BroThat's right. On April 18 and 19, there will also be a 3rd anniversary event, and Kirio Men will be there on the 18th while masala jeico comes on the 19th, so the beer-and-food combinations are going to be even more fun.
MugiA spring tap refresh and an anniversary event too? That's almost unfair! I'm already in the mood for a drink tonight, and now I want to go all the way to Umegaoka!
Hop BroRight? On a day like this, starting with Mugi no Manimani and then moving on to an IPA or a sour depending on your mood is the best. All right, let's go out for drinks properly today.
