NOMCRAFT 15-Tap Event and Emulator at Citraba Nakano
Citraba Nakano in Tokyo is hosting a NOMCRAFT event starting at 2:00 p.m. Gareth from NOMCRAFT is already at the bar, and a rock-paper-scissors challenge kicks in after five beers. The collaboration beer Emulator is also being featured.
Hop BroNakano has a serious beer situation today: Citraba Nakano kicked off a 15-tap NOMCRAFT event at 2:00 p.m., and Gareth is already there.
MugiWait, a 15-tap takeover? That's basically a NOMCRAFT festival hiding inside a bar. My brain would jam trying to pick the first pour!
Hop BroExactly, and it's a full NOMCRAFT BREWING showcase, with the collab beer Emulator taking center stage.
MugiOkay but India Pale Lager? What is that supposed to be? An IPA and a lager sharing one jacket?
Hop BroIt sounds messy, but it works. Think crisp lager snap with IPA-style hop aroma on top, so it's easy to drink but still really fragrant.
MugiOhhh, and they used Kiyomi orange peel too? That's a full-on citrus ambush!
Hop BroRight, and with that grapefruit-like hop character layered in, you get a clean, crispy finish plus just enough bitterness to tighten it up.
MugiThat already sounds dangerous, and then they add five beers for janken? Why did this suddenly become a sports festival?
Hop BroWin and you get merch, but it's limited, so show up early if you want a shot. They even recommend calling ahead if you're coming with two or more.
MugiI like that it sounds casual enough to snack, settle in, and taste across the taps without any stiff beer-drinking ceremony.
Hop BroJust talking about it is making me thirsty. In Citraba's easygoing vibe, from first pour to last, NOMCRAFT sounds like a perfect fit.
MugiThen it's settled: Emulator first. We can challenge Gareth later, but our throats deserve the first victory.
Craft Beer Sakaba Citraba Nakano, a beer pub in Nakano, Tokyo, is currently hosting a NOMCRAFT event. The post announces a 2:00 p.m. start, and notes that Gareth from NOMCRAFT is already at the venue. The setup blends beer, hospitality, and a playful in-house challenge.
Event details
After five beers, guests can take on Gareth in rock-paper-scissors. A win comes with a prize of premium goods, and the post notes that the items are limited in quantity. It also recommends calling ahead for parties of two or more, which suggests the bar is expecting a busy service.
What’s on tap
The headline beer is Emulator-エミュレーター, a collaboration beer brewed with NOMCRAFT Brewing. Related announcements describe the event as a 15-tap takeover, with Emulator front and center. Emulator is an India Pale Lager that leans into grapefruit and citrus hop character, with a touch of Kiyomi orange peel. The result is crisp, clean, and moderately bitter, with a bright citrus edge.
About the venue
Citraba Nakano is the kind of beer pub where a tap takeover makes immediate sense: relaxed, approachable, and built for tasting through a lineup with food in between. NOMCRAFT’s range spans hop-forward American styles through more classic beer styles, so the event should suit drinkers who want variety rather than a single-direction lineup. For beer fans in the Nakano area, it is a straightforward place to spend an afternoon moving from one glass to the next.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNakano has a serious beer situation today: Citraba Nakano kicked off a 15-tap NOMCRAFT event at 2:00 p.m., and Gareth is already there.
MugiWait, a 15-tap takeover? That's basically a NOMCRAFT festival hiding inside a bar. My brain would jam trying to pick the first pour!
Hop BroExactly, and it's a full NOMCRAFT BREWING showcase, with the collab beer Emulator taking center stage.
MugiOkay but India Pale Lager? What is that supposed to be? An IPA and a lager sharing one jacket?
Hop BroIt sounds messy, but it works. Think crisp lager snap with IPA-style hop aroma on top, so it's easy to drink but still really fragrant.
MugiOhhh, and they used Kiyomi orange peel too? That's a full-on citrus ambush!
Hop BroRight, and with that grapefruit-like hop character layered in, you get a clean, crispy finish plus just enough bitterness to tighten it up.
MugiThat already sounds dangerous, and then they add five beers for janken? Why did this suddenly become a sports festival?
Hop BroWin and you get merch, but it's limited, so show up early if you want a shot. They even recommend calling ahead if you're coming with two or more.
MugiI like that it sounds casual enough to snack, settle in, and taste across the taps without any stiff beer-drinking ceremony.
Hop BroJust talking about it is making me thirsty. In Citraba's easygoing vibe, from first pour to last, NOMCRAFT sounds like a perfect fit.
MugiThen it's settled: Emulator first. We can challenge Gareth later, but our throats deserve the first victory.
