Atre Kichijoji's Shiga Kogen Event Enters the Second Half, with Hanami Set to Go on Tap This Weekend
In a March 25 post, Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji announced that the ongoing Shiga Kogen event has entered its second half. It also said that Saikado Brewing's seasonal saison "Hanami" is scheduled to be newly tapped this weekend. You can enjoy a beer that matches the spring air at the beer pub directly connected to the station.
Hop BroThe Craft Beer Market in Kichijoji is in the second half of the Shiga Kogen event. And this weekend, they plan to tap Saikado Brewing's seasonal saison "Hanami", which feels perfect for the spring air.
MugiWhoa, so the event is still going, and now there's something new coming too? That's a busy weekend!
Hop BroExactly. The Shiga Kogen lineup is being described as low on everything except the high-ABV beers, so if something interests you, sooner is better. When taps move this fast, grabbing a beer the moment you spot it is the rule at beer bars.
MugiHigh-ABV? What does that mean? Is it about higher alcohol? Now you're suddenly using a hard word!
Hop BroThat's right, high-ABV means high-alcohol beers. So some labels will stay around longer than others, but right now the ones outside that category are running low.
MugiI see! So what does Hanami taste like? It says spring-like aroma, and now I'm curious!
Hop BroHanami is a seasonal saison, and its core is the fruity character from saison yeast, a subtle spiciness, and a dry finish. It also softens the mouthfeel with wheat malt, while cherry leaves and tonka beans build up that blossom-like aroma, which is the interesting part.
MugiSaison just sounds stylish somehow, but what does a dry finish mean?
Hop BroIt means the sweetness doesn't linger and it drinks crisply. On top of that, Loral and Lubelski hops add floral and herbal nuances, so the spring aroma opens up gently.
MugiWow, the aroma design is so detailed! Just hearing cherry leaves and tonka beans makes me want to drink it.
Hop BroAnd the shop is directly connected to Kichijoji Station, so it's easy to stop by after work. With a lineup centered on domestic beers and the option to compare multiple pours, there's plenty of reason to go catch a spring beer.
MugiIt's decided then! I want to try both Shiga Kogen and Hanami, so I need to go soon and compare them!
Craft Beer Market Atre Kichijoji updated its tap status in its latest post. The ongoing Shiga Kogen event has entered its second half, and the post explains that "everything except the high-ABV beers, such as barrel-aged ones, is running low." If you want to avoid missing out, it would be best to visit early.
Also worth noting is the new beer planned for the weekend. The beer announced in the post is Saikado Brewing's saison "Hanami". According to the description, it centers on the fruity character derived from saison yeast, a subtle spiciness, and a dry finish. Wheat malt is used to soften the mouthfeel, while sweet woodruff, cherry leaves, and tonka beans add aromas reminiscent of cherry blossoms. Loral and Lubelski hops are used, with the beer aiming for floral and herbal nuances.
The shop is on the first floor of Atre Kichijoji's East Building, directly connected to the East Exit of JR Kichijoji Station. It promotes a price range that makes craft beer easy to enjoy as part of everyday life, along with a lineup centered on domestic beers, and its food is built around a "popular French" concept. Its strength is that it is easy to plan anything from a drink after work to a tasting session across multiple taps.
Whether you follow the Shiga Kogen event or go for the spring-themed Hanami, the taps are moving quickly right now, so it is best to secure any label that catches your eye as soon as you find it.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Craft Beer Market in Kichijoji is in the second half of the Shiga Kogen event. And this weekend, they plan to tap Saikado Brewing's seasonal saison "Hanami", which feels perfect for the spring air.
MugiWhoa, so the event is still going, and now there's something new coming too? That's a busy weekend!
Hop BroExactly. The Shiga Kogen lineup is being described as low on everything except the high-ABV beers, so if something interests you, sooner is better. When taps move this fast, grabbing a beer the moment you spot it is the rule at beer bars.
MugiHigh-ABV? What does that mean? Is it about higher alcohol? Now you're suddenly using a hard word!
Hop BroThat's right, high-ABV means high-alcohol beers. So some labels will stay around longer than others, but right now the ones outside that category are running low.
MugiI see! So what does Hanami taste like? It says spring-like aroma, and now I'm curious!
Hop BroHanami is a seasonal saison, and its core is the fruity character from saison yeast, a subtle spiciness, and a dry finish. It also softens the mouthfeel with wheat malt, while cherry leaves and tonka beans build up that blossom-like aroma, which is the interesting part.
MugiSaison just sounds stylish somehow, but what does a dry finish mean?
Hop BroIt means the sweetness doesn't linger and it drinks crisply. On top of that, Loral and Lubelski hops add floral and herbal nuances, so the spring aroma opens up gently.
MugiWow, the aroma design is so detailed! Just hearing cherry leaves and tonka beans makes me want to drink it.
Hop BroAnd the shop is directly connected to Kichijoji Station, so it's easy to stop by after work. With a lineup centered on domestic beers and the option to compare multiple pours, there's plenty of reason to go catch a spring beer.
MugiIt's decided then! I want to try both Shiga Kogen and Hanami, so I need to go soon and compare them!
