BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS in Kokubunji updates 13 taps, including Minoh IPA and Pilsner Urquell
The beer pub "Beer Cafe Gambrinus / BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS" in Kokubunji released its draft lineup for May 15, 2026. From Minoh Beer’s session IPA to Pilsner Urquell, the lineup spans IPA, lager, and ale.
Hop BroKokubunji’s Beer Cafe Gambrinus refreshed 13 taps on May 15, 2026. From IPA to lager, it’s a lineup with a really satisfying spread.
MugiWhoa! 13 taps is a lot, right? That’s basically a beer comparison paradise!
Hop BroAnd the headliners are strong. You’ve got Minoh Beer’s Kozaru IPA, Outsider’s Lagoon Juicy IPA, and even Hop Kotan’s Seiran, so the hop expressions are really diverse.
MugiHop expressions? What’s that supposed to mean? Like a hop-world facial expression contest?
Hop BroPretty much. A session IPA is light and easy to drink, a juicy IPA puts fruit-like aroma up front, and when a hazy double IPA shows up, it makes a big statement with that rich intensity.
MugiHuh, I see! But with names that long, it gets a little hard to follow. I end up thinking, which one is sweet?
Hop BroThe trick is to look not just at sweetness, but also aroma and mouthfeel. For example, Umenishiki’s Weizen has soft wheat smoothness, Kagiya’s Pils No.1 is crisp, and Pilsner Urquell clearly shows off classic bitterness and malt flavor.
MugiWow, that suddenly makes sense! Pilsner Urquell already sounds like something a veteran would drink.
Hop BroAnd the nice part is that it doesn’t stop at IPA. There’s Robust Porter, Scotch Ale, Raspberry Pink, and Milky Ale, so you can choose based on your mood.
MugiWait, wait, from Robust Porter all the way to Raspberry Pink? That’s basically cheating! At this point, beer comes before dinner!
Hop BroAnd they’re even teasing Coming Soon!, so it’s the kind of place that makes you want to keep coming back. Some days it’s open from 17:00 to 25:00, which makes it a perfect place to settle in and drink in Kokubunji.
MugiWow, now I really want to go! I want to check the draft beers in Kokubunji and work my way through the IPAs and lagers from one end to the other!
Draft lineup for May 15
The Tokyo-Kokubunji "Beer Cafe Gambrinus / BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS" announced its draft beers for May 15, 2026. The shop is a beer pub in the Kokubunji Station area on the 6th floor, and its appeal is that you can settle in and enjoy a glass at a relaxed pace.
That day’s lineup is especially strong on aromatic IPA styles. Minoh Beer / Kozaru IPA [Session IPA], Outsider / Lagoon Juicy IPA, Hop Kotan Brewing / Seiran [Cold IPA], and U.B.P Brewery / Hazy Celebration [Hazy Double IPA] offer everything from light, crisp drinkability to dense hop character.
Beyond IPA, the selection also includes Umenishiki Beer / Weizen, Kagiya Brewery / Pils No.1, Craft Beer Base / Robust Porter, Great Dane / Scotch Ale, Iwate Kura Beer / Raspberry Pink [Fruit Wheat Ale], Michinoku Fukushimaji Beer / American IPA, Number Nine / Hammerhead Ale [NZ Pale Ale], Fermentary / Niko [Milky Ale], and Pilsner Urquell, making it a lineup that caters to a wide range of tastes.
In addition, under "Coming Soon!", Ushitora / Ushitora-man Dyna [West Coast IPA] and U.B.P Brewery / Keyaki Forward [Hazy IPA] are also being previewed. The business notice says the bar opens from 17:00 to 25:00 that day, and closes at 24:00 the following day, so it’s worth checking the hours before visiting.
It’s content not only for those who want to compare IPA-heavy pours, but also for anyone looking to try everything from Weizen and pilsner to porter. If you’re following draft beer in Kokubunji, this is a day worth checking out.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKokubunji’s Beer Cafe Gambrinus refreshed 13 taps on May 15, 2026. From IPA to lager, it’s a lineup with a really satisfying spread.
MugiWhoa! 13 taps is a lot, right? That’s basically a beer comparison paradise!
Hop BroAnd the headliners are strong. You’ve got Minoh Beer’s Kozaru IPA, Outsider’s Lagoon Juicy IPA, and even Hop Kotan’s Seiran, so the hop expressions are really diverse.
MugiHop expressions? What’s that supposed to mean? Like a hop-world facial expression contest?
Hop BroPretty much. A session IPA is light and easy to drink, a juicy IPA puts fruit-like aroma up front, and when a hazy double IPA shows up, it makes a big statement with that rich intensity.
MugiHuh, I see! But with names that long, it gets a little hard to follow. I end up thinking, which one is sweet?
Hop BroThe trick is to look not just at sweetness, but also aroma and mouthfeel. For example, Umenishiki’s Weizen has soft wheat smoothness, Kagiya’s Pils No.1 is crisp, and Pilsner Urquell clearly shows off classic bitterness and malt flavor.
MugiWow, that suddenly makes sense! Pilsner Urquell already sounds like something a veteran would drink.
Hop BroAnd the nice part is that it doesn’t stop at IPA. There’s Robust Porter, Scotch Ale, Raspberry Pink, and Milky Ale, so you can choose based on your mood.
MugiWait, wait, from Robust Porter all the way to Raspberry Pink? That’s basically cheating! At this point, beer comes before dinner!
Hop BroAnd they’re even teasing Coming Soon!, so it’s the kind of place that makes you want to keep coming back. Some days it’s open from 17:00 to 25:00, which makes it a perfect place to settle in and drink in Kokubunji.
MugiWow, now I really want to go! I want to check the draft beers in Kokubunji and work my way through the IPAs and lagers from one end to the other!
