Shiga Kogen Beer "SNOW MONKEY IPA" Tapped at UNDERGROUND Akabane
In a post on April 9, 2026, UNDERGROUND Craft Beer Akabane announced the tapping of one guest beer. The new pour is Shiga Kogen Beer’s "SNOW MONKEY IPA," a Hazy IPA at 6.0% ABV. The manager said they stocked extra this time.
Hop BroAt UNDERGROUND in Akabane, SNOW MONKEY IPA has been tapped. It’s a guest beer from Shiga Kogen Beer, and they apparently stocked extra this time.
MugiWow! Even the name Snow Monkey is already too cute, right? And Shiga Kogen Beer sounds like it must be strong and tasty!
Hop BroThis one is a Hazy IPA. It has a cloudy appearance, a bright, aromatic hop character, and at 6.0% it still has some real substance.
MugiHuh! But what exactly makes a beer hazy? That was a sudden technical term!
Hop BroTo put it simply, it’s an IPA with a cloudy body. It still brings out the hop aroma clearly, but the mouthfeel is softer, and this one has a dry finish that makes it easy to pair with food.
MugiI see! So it’s rich without being too heavy. I really appreciate that it goes well with food!
Hop BroExactly. And UNDERGROUND is a beer pub and bottle shop with up to 12 taps and over 100 kinds of cans and bottles. It’s only a 4-minute walk from Akabane Station, and being able to drink from noon is another strong point.
MugiFrom noon!? That’s way too tempting for a daytime beer! And they even have handmade craft gyoza on top of that? That’s almost unfair!
Hop BroIt’s an unfairly good pairing. And since it’s a place with fast tap turnover, the right move is to drink Shiga Kogen beers as soon as you find them.
MugiI want to go right now! And if they’ve got an indoor hanami event and a wild ale tasting event too, that just gives me even more reasons to keep coming back!
Hop BroApril 19 and 26 both sound great, but for today let’s start with a glass of SNOW MONKEY IPA. We can go after both the hazy aroma and the dry snap.
MugiDeal! If you’re looking for today’s beer in Akabane, this is a strong pick. Even before going out, my throat is already waiting for beer!
One beer tapped today: Shiga Kogen Beer’s Hazy IPA
UNDERGROUND Craft Beer Akabane announced the new tapping of a guest beer in a post on April 9. The beer introduced this time is Shiga Kogen Beer’s "SNOW MONKEY IPA". The style is Hazy IPA, and the alcohol content is 6.0%.
In the post, the shop said, "Snow Monkey is one I absolutely want to drink every time," and explained that Shiga Kogen beers tend to disappear quickly once they go on tap, so they brought in more than usual this time. As for the flavor, it is described as having the full, hazy mouthfeel you would expect, while finishing dry enough to pair well with food, suggesting a nice balance of richness and drinkability.
The shop is a beer pub and bottle shop about a 4-minute walk from Akabane Station. Focusing on American and Japanese craft beer, it offers up to 12 taps and more than 100 kinds of cans and bottles. It is also convenient for food that pairs easily with beer, such as handmade craft gyoza. Since it opens at noon, it is also a good place to grab the first drink of the day early.
The post also announced upcoming events. A "Indoor Hanami Event" is planned for April 19 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and a "Wild Ale Tasting Event" for April 26 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. While enjoying the latest beers, it may be worth keeping these events in mind for reservations as well.
Beer on Tap
- SNOW MONKEY IPA / Shiga Kogen Beer
- Style: Hazy IPA
- ABV: 6.0%
A beer to look forward to in Akabane, where taps turn over quickly. It is a new pour for those who want to enjoy both the hazy mouthfeel and the dry finish that makes it food-friendly.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt UNDERGROUND in Akabane, SNOW MONKEY IPA has been tapped. It’s a guest beer from Shiga Kogen Beer, and they apparently stocked extra this time.
MugiWow! Even the name Snow Monkey is already too cute, right? And Shiga Kogen Beer sounds like it must be strong and tasty!
Hop BroThis one is a Hazy IPA. It has a cloudy appearance, a bright, aromatic hop character, and at 6.0% it still has some real substance.
MugiHuh! But what exactly makes a beer hazy? That was a sudden technical term!
Hop BroTo put it simply, it’s an IPA with a cloudy body. It still brings out the hop aroma clearly, but the mouthfeel is softer, and this one has a dry finish that makes it easy to pair with food.
MugiI see! So it’s rich without being too heavy. I really appreciate that it goes well with food!
Hop BroExactly. And UNDERGROUND is a beer pub and bottle shop with up to 12 taps and over 100 kinds of cans and bottles. It’s only a 4-minute walk from Akabane Station, and being able to drink from noon is another strong point.
MugiFrom noon!? That’s way too tempting for a daytime beer! And they even have handmade craft gyoza on top of that? That’s almost unfair!
Hop BroIt’s an unfairly good pairing. And since it’s a place with fast tap turnover, the right move is to drink Shiga Kogen beers as soon as you find them.
MugiI want to go right now! And if they’ve got an indoor hanami event and a wild ale tasting event too, that just gives me even more reasons to keep coming back!
Hop BroApril 19 and 26 both sound great, but for today let’s start with a glass of SNOW MONKEY IPA. We can go after both the hazy aroma and the dry snap.
MugiDeal! If you’re looking for today’s beer in Akabane, this is a strong pick. Even before going out, my throat is already waiting for beer!
