Five taps open at CRAFT Rainbow in Okayama, featuring Shimanami and Ise Kadoya
The beer pub "CRAFT Rainbow" in Nodayacho, Kita Ward, Okayama City, posted business information and that day's tap list in an April 7 post. Five labels were on tap: Shimanami Brewery, Ise Kadoya Beer, Y Market Brewing, 3tree, and Sapporo Breweries.
Hop BroMugi-chan, CRAFT Rainbow in Nodayacho, Kita Ward, Okayama City, has updated its five taps and posted the business info and lineup on April 7.
MugiWhoa! Only five, but so luxurious? Having that much near Okayama Station is such a help!
Hop BroExactly, and what's nice is how broad the flavor range is. With Shimanami Brewery, Ise Kadoya Beer, Y Market, 3tree, and Sapporo Breweries, there's a mix of bold choices and reliable staples.
MugiWhat is that! Draft Sour Grapefruit is a beer, but it's sour? My brain is already in the fruit section!
Hop BroThat's the thing, it's a refreshing, tart pour. Shimanami Brewery's "Draft Sour Grapefruit" really brings the fruit character forward, so it should work as a first drink too.
MugiHuh! Then Minamichita Black Orange IPA sounds way too energetic just from the name, right? Black and orange is a lot of information!
Hop BroThat's the playful side of Y Market. Think of it as an IPA with citrus notes and orange nuances layered in, drawing you in with bitterness and aroma.
MugiSo there are saisons and pilsners too? That's such a wide range it feels like a hotel kaiseki dinner!
Hop BroExactly, and that's what makes it strong: it still covers easy-to-drink classics. With 3tree's "Marukobu" and Sapporo Breweries' "Sapporo Classic," it's an easy stop even in the middle of a bar crawl.
MugiAnd it says it's easy to drink alone, which makes me really happy. Feeling like a woman can just drop in solo is reassuring.
Hop BroThe hours are convenient too: 3:00 p.m. openings Friday through Monday, and from 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. It's a non-smoking venue, but it does have a smoking area, so it's a good spot to make your first stop in Nodayacho.
MugiAll right, for a day when I want a casual drink in Okayama, this is the place! Starting with a sour today and finishing with a Classic at the end sounds so drinkable I'm already craving it!
Five taps rotated in Okayama
The beer pub "CRAFT Rainbow" in Nodayacho, Kita Ward, Okayama City, announced "open!" in an Instagram post on April 7 and revealed the lineup for the day. For anyone looking for craft beer around Okayama Station, this is one place worth keeping in mind.
That day's lineup
- Shimanami Brewery "Draft Sour Grapefruit"
- Ise Kadoya Beer "Golden Dragon"
- Y Market Brewing "Minamichita Black Orange IPA"
- 3tree "Marukobu"
- Sapporo Breweries "Sapporo Classic"
With sours, IPAs, saisons, and pilsners all represented, the lineup looks varied in flavor direction, offering everything from a fruit-forward pour to familiar easy-drinking classics. It works well whether you just want one drink before a meal or a stop in the middle of a bar crawl.
The shop information says it is a non-smoking venue but has a smoking area, and that it is easy for solo drinkers and even women drinking alone to step in. That kind of convenience is part of the appeal of a beer pub.
Business hours are Friday through Monday, 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., and Tuesday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. In the Nodayacho area, this is a place to check out when you want to enjoy a casual craft beer, even if it's just one glass.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMugi-chan, CRAFT Rainbow in Nodayacho, Kita Ward, Okayama City, has updated its five taps and posted the business info and lineup on April 7.
MugiWhoa! Only five, but so luxurious? Having that much near Okayama Station is such a help!
Hop BroExactly, and what's nice is how broad the flavor range is. With Shimanami Brewery, Ise Kadoya Beer, Y Market, 3tree, and Sapporo Breweries, there's a mix of bold choices and reliable staples.
MugiWhat is that! Draft Sour Grapefruit is a beer, but it's sour? My brain is already in the fruit section!
Hop BroThat's the thing, it's a refreshing, tart pour. Shimanami Brewery's "Draft Sour Grapefruit" really brings the fruit character forward, so it should work as a first drink too.
MugiHuh! Then Minamichita Black Orange IPA sounds way too energetic just from the name, right? Black and orange is a lot of information!
Hop BroThat's the playful side of Y Market. Think of it as an IPA with citrus notes and orange nuances layered in, drawing you in with bitterness and aroma.
MugiSo there are saisons and pilsners too? That's such a wide range it feels like a hotel kaiseki dinner!
Hop BroExactly, and that's what makes it strong: it still covers easy-to-drink classics. With 3tree's "Marukobu" and Sapporo Breweries' "Sapporo Classic," it's an easy stop even in the middle of a bar crawl.
MugiAnd it says it's easy to drink alone, which makes me really happy. Feeling like a woman can just drop in solo is reassuring.
Hop BroThe hours are convenient too: 3:00 p.m. openings Friday through Monday, and from 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. It's a non-smoking venue, but it does have a smoking area, so it's a good spot to make your first stop in Nodayacho.
MugiAll right, for a day when I want a casual drink in Okayama, this is the place! Starting with a sour today and finishing with a Classic at the end sounds so drinkable I'm already craving it!
