Kokubunji's Gambrinus Serves 13 Drafts on May 18, Including Ushitora Man Dyna
Beer Cafe Gambrinus near the south exit of Kokubunji Station has announced its draft beer lineup for May 18. The selection is centered on domestic brews, including Ushitora's "Ushitora Man Dyna," Black Tide, and Michinoku Fukushima Jibeer, with Pilsner Urquell also on tap.
Hop BroToday's 13 draft beers in Kokubunji are interesting. At Beer Cafe Gambrinus, they've got everything from Ushitora's Ushitora Man Dyna to Pilsner Urquell.
MugiWhoa, 13 kinds is a lot! And with a domestic focus, I'd get full just from the tasting flight!
Hop BroAnd the three beers now on tap are strong too. Ushitora Man Dyna, Black Tide's Second Breath, and Michinoku Fukushima Jibeer's Red Ale. They're coming in hot right from the start.
MugiWhat is that! What's a Red Ale? If it's a red beer, is it sweet too?
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's a style that tends to show roastiness and malt character. It's not just sweetness; it has caramel-like depth and a light roasted note, so it's easy to pair with food.
MugiNice! Then it would be fun to compare it with IPA styles like Minoh Beer’s Kozaru IPA or Outsider’s Lagoon Juicy IPA!
Hop BroExactly. And with Weizen, Robust Porter, and Raspberry Pink in the mix too, the range of flavors is huge. I like that they cover not just IPAs, but also dark beers and fruit beers.
MugiWait, they even have Pilsner Urquell!? That sudden classic choice really puts everything in balance!
Hop BroThat's what makes Gambrinus feel right. With no smoking and no cover charge, you can relax and drink slowly while snacking on handmade dishes by Japanese cuisine chef Icchi.
MugiAnd with 5 counter seats plus standing room, it sounds perfect for a quick casual drink too!
Hop BroIn the end, it's the kind of place where the tasting never stops. If you're chasing domestic craft beer in Kokubunji, Gambrinus is where you'll want a pint tonight.
MugiYeah, my first stop for tonight is already decided! This lineup is the kind that makes your throat react the moment you see it!
Beer Cafe Gambrinus, near the south exit of Kokubunji Station, announced its draft beer information for May 18, 2026. The shop is a calm beer pub with 5 counter seats, 14 table seats, and a standing area, and it is completely non-smoking, has no cover charge, and offers free Wi-Fi. A key feature is that you can take your time enjoying beer alongside handmade dishes by Japanese cuisine chef Icchi.
For that day's Today's Drafts, three beers marked with ★ as now on tap were Ushitora / Ushitora Man Dyna, Black Tide / Second Breath, and Michinoku Fukushima Jibeer / Red Ale. Also on the lineup were Minoh Beer / Kozaru IPA, Outsider / Lagoon Juicy IPA, Umenishiki Beer / Weizen, Kagiya Brewery / Pils No.1, U.B.P Brewery / Hazy Celebration, Craft Beer Base / Robust Porter, Iwate Kura Beer / Raspberry Pink, Number Nine / Hammerhead Ale, Fermentary / Nico, and Pilsner Urquell.
Just by style, the range is broad: West Coast IPA, IPA, Irish Red Ale, Session IPA, Juicy IPA, Weizen, Hazy Double IPA, Robust Porter, Fruit Wheat Ale, NZ Pale Ale, and Milk Ale. While centered on IPA styles, the selection also includes reddish ales, dark beers, and fruit-based options, making it easy to put together a tasting flight.
Also listed under Coming Soon! are U.B.P Brewery / Keyaki Forward, Fermentary / Grappy, and Iwate Kura Beer / Weizen. It is a lineup that makes you want to stop by while checking the tap rotation if you are in Kokubunji and want to focus on domestic craft beer.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's 13 draft beers in Kokubunji are interesting. At Beer Cafe Gambrinus, they've got everything from Ushitora's Ushitora Man Dyna to Pilsner Urquell.
MugiWhoa, 13 kinds is a lot! And with a domestic focus, I'd get full just from the tasting flight!
Hop BroAnd the three beers now on tap are strong too. Ushitora Man Dyna, Black Tide's Second Breath, and Michinoku Fukushima Jibeer's Red Ale. They're coming in hot right from the start.
MugiWhat is that! What's a Red Ale? If it's a red beer, is it sweet too?
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's a style that tends to show roastiness and malt character. It's not just sweetness; it has caramel-like depth and a light roasted note, so it's easy to pair with food.
MugiNice! Then it would be fun to compare it with IPA styles like Minoh Beer’s Kozaru IPA or Outsider’s Lagoon Juicy IPA!
Hop BroExactly. And with Weizen, Robust Porter, and Raspberry Pink in the mix too, the range of flavors is huge. I like that they cover not just IPAs, but also dark beers and fruit beers.
MugiWait, they even have Pilsner Urquell!? That sudden classic choice really puts everything in balance!
Hop BroThat's what makes Gambrinus feel right. With no smoking and no cover charge, you can relax and drink slowly while snacking on handmade dishes by Japanese cuisine chef Icchi.
MugiAnd with 5 counter seats plus standing room, it sounds perfect for a quick casual drink too!
Hop BroIn the end, it's the kind of place where the tasting never stops. If you're chasing domestic craft beer in Kokubunji, Gambrinus is where you'll want a pint tonight.
MugiYeah, my first stop for tonight is already decided! This lineup is the kind that makes your throat react the moment you see it!
