OHLOY STORE Hosts 'BONSAI Cafe' Hanami Event Centered on Bonsai IPA "Seki"
At the brewpub OHLOY STORE in Takamatsu, Kagawa, an event called "BONSAI Cafe Ohanami BC," centered on the bonsai-inspired IPA "Seki," will be held on April 4. With in-store decorations, original artwork on display, and limited-time food, it offers a distinctly springlike experience.
Hop BroIn Takamatsu's OHLOY STORE, BONSAI Cafe Ohanami BC will be held on April 4. The star is the bonsai-inspired IPA, "Seki". Just the combination of spring and beer is exciting, isn't it?
MugiWait! Bonsai and IPA together? The phrase "bonsai-inspired" is already way too cute. What does it taste like?
Hop BroSeki is a beer from Ohloy Brewing, and it has the kind of solid structure you'd expect from an IPA, with a beautifully lifted aroma and well-defined bitterness. The idea is to reflect the bonsai's "carefully arranged, yet still alive" feeling in the flavor too.
MugiWhat? Structure exists in beer too? This suddenly feels like a science class!
Hop BroIt does. Here, structure means the makeup of the flavor. It's the balance of hop aroma, malt sweetness, and bitterness feeling like a blueprint for taste.
MugiOh wow! And they'll decorate the shop with cherry blossoms, plus the bonsai that inspired Seki and the original artwork will be on display. An event that's not just about drinking is basically delicious to the eyes too!
Hop BroExactly. The label was handled by the bonsai from @bonsai.juku, and the fact that the event has been in planning with @newsshop8723 since the beer was completed is pretty hot too.
MugiWhat, they've been preparing that long? Planning since completion makes it feel like the festival started before the beer even finished growing.
Hop BroThe food is covered too: @kazmart_0000 will serve exclusive original menu items. On top of that, there's a citrus mixed juice made with blood oranges and Setoka from Kinu, so you can enjoy pairing options as well.
MugiA citrus mix too? That's amazing! And when I hear Kagawa citrus, it already feels like I'm toasting in a spring orchard.
Hop BroThat's what makes OHLOY STORE great: you can enjoy the whole worldview through the beer, the food, and the space. This is definitely the kind of place that makes you want to go have a drink while hanami-ing with Seki.
MugiYeah, I can't wait anymore! I'm already wanting to head to Takamatsu just to drink with the cherry blossoms and Seki!
At the brewpub "OHLOY STORE" in Uchimachi, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, "BONSAI Cafe Ohanami BC" will be held. The event runs on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 12:00 to 22:00. This time, the centerpiece is "Seki," a bonsai-inspired IPA brewed by Ohloy Brewing.
The post explains that the label design for Seki was handled by the bonsai from @bonsai.juku, and that the event has been planned together with @newsshop8723 since the beer was completed. Cherry blossoms will decorate the interior, and the bonsai that inspired Seki, along with the original artwork, are also scheduled to be displayed. It is designed so visitors can enjoy not only drinking the beer, but also the brewers' intent and worldview behind it.
On the food side, @kazmart_0000 will provide original menu items prepared especially for this event. In addition, a citrus mixed juice made with blood oranges and Setoka grown in Kinu is also planned. Centered on beer, it looks like a typical OHLOY STORE experience where you can spend time slowly pairing drinks with food.
OHLOY STORE is a brewpub in Takamatsu, Kagawa, where you can enjoy craft beer and food. On a spring day, it seems like the perfect opportunity to savor Seki in a space themed around bonsai and cherry blossoms.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIn Takamatsu's OHLOY STORE, BONSAI Cafe Ohanami BC will be held on April 4. The star is the bonsai-inspired IPA, "Seki". Just the combination of spring and beer is exciting, isn't it?
MugiWait! Bonsai and IPA together? The phrase "bonsai-inspired" is already way too cute. What does it taste like?
Hop BroSeki is a beer from Ohloy Brewing, and it has the kind of solid structure you'd expect from an IPA, with a beautifully lifted aroma and well-defined bitterness. The idea is to reflect the bonsai's "carefully arranged, yet still alive" feeling in the flavor too.
MugiWhat? Structure exists in beer too? This suddenly feels like a science class!
Hop BroIt does. Here, structure means the makeup of the flavor. It's the balance of hop aroma, malt sweetness, and bitterness feeling like a blueprint for taste.
MugiOh wow! And they'll decorate the shop with cherry blossoms, plus the bonsai that inspired Seki and the original artwork will be on display. An event that's not just about drinking is basically delicious to the eyes too!
Hop BroExactly. The label was handled by the bonsai from @bonsai.juku, and the fact that the event has been in planning with @newsshop8723 since the beer was completed is pretty hot too.
MugiWhat, they've been preparing that long? Planning since completion makes it feel like the festival started before the beer even finished growing.
Hop BroThe food is covered too: @kazmart_0000 will serve exclusive original menu items. On top of that, there's a citrus mixed juice made with blood oranges and Setoka from Kinu, so you can enjoy pairing options as well.
MugiA citrus mix too? That's amazing! And when I hear Kagawa citrus, it already feels like I'm toasting in a spring orchard.
Hop BroThat's what makes OHLOY STORE great: you can enjoy the whole worldview through the beer, the food, and the space. This is definitely the kind of place that makes you want to go have a drink while hanami-ing with Seki.
MugiYeah, I can't wait anymore! I'm already wanting to head to Takamatsu just to drink with the cherry blossoms and Seki!
