P2B Haus Newly Taps Cycad Brewing's “Hanami” - Sakura Saison Arrives
On March 21, the beer pub P2B Haus in Kichijoji tapped Cycad Brewing’s “Hanami” for the first time. Brewed with cherry leaves and tonka beans, it is being introduced as a glass that lets you feel the arrival of spring. The tap list in the bar features 12 beers, from staples to more distinctive picks.
Hop BroCycad Brewing’s Hanami has just been tapped at P2B Haus in Kichijoji. When a saison with a name like that shows up in early spring, it really puts you in hanami mode, doesn’t it?
MugiWhoa! A sakura beer? Is it the kind that looks pink and sparkly? It’d be so cute I’d probably take a bunch of photos before even drinking it!
Hop BroIt’s not overly flashy in appearance, but what’s inside is great. It’s a Specialty Saison w/ Sakura, and when cherry leaves, tonka beans, and sweet woodruff come together, a sakura-mochi-like aroma comes wafting up.
MugiWait, wait, tonka beans? What even are those!? They’re beans, but they smell like sakura mochi? My brain is completely tangled up like a spring parfait!
Hop BroTonka beans are an ingredient that gives off vanilla- and almond-like aromas, and when that combines with the scent of cherry leaves, it really brings out a wagashi-like character. On top of that, the yeast adds fruitiness and the hops bring floral notes, so the aroma layers are really clean.
MugiI get it! So it’s not a heavy sweetness, but something crisp and springlike, right? It sounds like the perfect first beer and super easy to drink!
Hop BroExactly, that’s the charm of saisons. P2B Haus also has 12 taps with a wide range, so from staples like CTO IPL, Yorimichi, and Nomcraft Lager to more unique beers, there’s a lot to compare and drink side by side.
MugiWhat, that many!? If they’ve got everything from classics to quirky picks, there’s no way I’m leaving after just one beer. And they even have oden? They’re clearly trying to make people stay awhile!
Hop BroExactly. Since they have oden as well as beer, it’s the kind of place that’s perfect for lingering on a spring night. That easy one casual drink in Kichijoji feeling is very P2B Haus.
MugiI can’t take it anymore, my throat is already reacting just from reading this! If I start with Hanami as my first beer, I’ll probably end up wanting another keg before I know it!
Hop BroBottom line, this is a beer you’ll want before, during, or after a hanami outing. If you want to feel the lingering taste of spring in one glass, P2B Haus is the place to go right now.
Newly Tapped: Cycad Brewing’s “Hanami”
At P2B Haus in Kichijoji, Cycad Brewing “Hanami” (Specialty Saison w/ Sakura) was added as a new keg on March 21, 2026. In the post, it is introduced as a sakura-infused saison that is perfect for the upcoming hanami season.
“Hanami” is characterized by a soft, sakura-mochi-like aroma coming from sweet woodruff, cherry leaves, and tonka beans. The fruitiness from the yeast blends with floral notes from the hops, leaving a springlike aftertaste within a crisp, easy-drinking profile. It is not heavy, yet it still has a seasonal character, making it seem like an easy choice for a first drink.
On this day at P2B Haus, a wide lineup appeared alongside the sakura saison. From the house beer P2B “CTO IPL” to Hoppukotan “Yorimichi”, NOMCRAFT “SIX DEGREES”, KUNITACHI “Gakugei-daigaku-mae / Session IPA w/ Punipunidenki”, KANPAI “Mune-tsukizaka IPA”, MAHOW “Freke”, SETOUCHI “GRAPEFUL IPA”, Nomodachi “Aka Uzume”, Wolfbräu “Hefe Weizen Hell”, FLORA “Manticore”, and NOMCRAFT “Nomcraft Lager”, the range of styles is broad.
P2B Haus is a beer pub where you can enjoy craft beer around Kichijoji Station. In addition to beer, the shop also offers oden and information on course dining, making it suitable for everything from a casual drink to a full meal. At the time of posting, regular hours were weekdays 16:00-23:00 and weekends and holidays 12:00-21:00. It is a good fit for days when you want to chase a seasonal limited saison while also comparing it with the regular taps.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCycad Brewing’s Hanami has just been tapped at P2B Haus in Kichijoji. When a saison with a name like that shows up in early spring, it really puts you in hanami mode, doesn’t it?
MugiWhoa! A sakura beer? Is it the kind that looks pink and sparkly? It’d be so cute I’d probably take a bunch of photos before even drinking it!
Hop BroIt’s not overly flashy in appearance, but what’s inside is great. It’s a Specialty Saison w/ Sakura, and when cherry leaves, tonka beans, and sweet woodruff come together, a sakura-mochi-like aroma comes wafting up.
MugiWait, wait, tonka beans? What even are those!? They’re beans, but they smell like sakura mochi? My brain is completely tangled up like a spring parfait!
Hop BroTonka beans are an ingredient that gives off vanilla- and almond-like aromas, and when that combines with the scent of cherry leaves, it really brings out a wagashi-like character. On top of that, the yeast adds fruitiness and the hops bring floral notes, so the aroma layers are really clean.
MugiI get it! So it’s not a heavy sweetness, but something crisp and springlike, right? It sounds like the perfect first beer and super easy to drink!
Hop BroExactly, that’s the charm of saisons. P2B Haus also has 12 taps with a wide range, so from staples like CTO IPL, Yorimichi, and Nomcraft Lager to more unique beers, there’s a lot to compare and drink side by side.
MugiWhat, that many!? If they’ve got everything from classics to quirky picks, there’s no way I’m leaving after just one beer. And they even have oden? They’re clearly trying to make people stay awhile!
Hop BroExactly. Since they have oden as well as beer, it’s the kind of place that’s perfect for lingering on a spring night. That easy one casual drink in Kichijoji feeling is very P2B Haus.
MugiI can’t take it anymore, my throat is already reacting just from reading this! If I start with Hanami as my first beer, I’ll probably end up wanting another keg before I know it!
Hop BroBottom line, this is a beer you’ll want before, during, or after a hanami outing. If you want to feel the lingering taste of spring in one glass, P2B Haus is the place to go right now.
