A guest beer with sansho character

CRAFT BEER MARKET Kichijoji Pennylane has introduced CRAFTROCK BREWING’s Sansho Lager as a guest beer. In the shop’s post, the beer is described as bringing out a clear sansho character, positioning it as a pint worth paying attention to for drinkers who enjoy aromatic, distinctive lagers.

The bar sits a few minutes from Kichijoji Station’s north exit, along Pennylane Street. Its core appeal is straightforward: a daily rotating lineup of around 30 craft beers, more than six kinds of house-made dumplings, and a menu built around snacks and four spice curry options. It is a beer pub first, but one that clearly thinks about food pairings.

That makes Sansho Lager a natural fit. The peppery, citrus-like lift associated with sansho should work well against the richness of dumplings and the layered aromas of spice dishes. A good approach here is to try the beer on its own first, then pair it with dumplings or curry to see how the flavors shift.

The space is set up for both solo visits and groups, and its day-to-night opening pattern makes it easy to drop in for lunch, an early drink, or a late dinner. For anyone tracking guest beers in Kichijoji, this is an address worth keeping on the list.