Five Beers Featured on the Tap List at Craft Beer Scissors Akihabara
A September 28 post from Craft Beer Scissors Akihabara featured five beers, including a collaboration between Swanlake Beer and MATSUMOTO BREWERY, as well as a real ale from MATSUMOTO BREWERY.
Hop BroCraft Beer Scissors Akihabara had an eclectic five-tap lineup on September 28.
MugiWhoa, five beers? So we can try a flight in Akihabara?
Hop BroExactly. From Plank Brewery's DunkerWeizenbock in Bavaria to T.Y.HARBOR Brewery's Sour Saison from Tokyo, it covers a lot of ground.
MugiDunker… Weizen… Bock? That sounds like a spell!
Hop BroIt combines a wheat-forward Weizen character with a darker, stronger Bock profile—so expect toasty wheat character and satisfying body.
MugiNice! And I’m curious about the new collaboration beer from Swanlake Beer and MATSUMOTO BREWERY.
Hop BroThat is English Summer Ale: aromatic, gently malty, and reportedly easy to keep sipping.
MugiSo malt means that bready sweetness and richness? Summer beer with depth sounds perfect.
Hop BroYou’ve got it. MATSUMOTO Traditional Bitter is also notable because it is served as a real ale pour.
MugiReal ale? Was the other ale imaginary? Not a virtual beer?!
Hop BroHa! It is a traditional method with natural carbonation in the cask, giving you a softer, calmer pour to savor.
MugiThere’s Johana Beer’s dark Hikiyama Black and the tart Sour Saison too—now I want a mood-based beer tour!
Hop BroCheck the current availability first, then let’s head to Craft Beer Scissors Akihabara for tonight’s perfect pint.
MugiDeal! English Summer Ale first, real ale next… thirst level: prepared!
Five beers on the list
The September 28 tap-list post introduced five beers spanning a wide range of styles and producers.
The selection included DunkerWeizenbock from Plank Brewery in Bavaria; English Summer Ale, a collaboration between Swanlake Beer in Niigata and MATSUMOTO BREWERY in Nagano; Sour Saison from T.Y.HARBOR Brewery in Tokyo; Hikiyama Black from Johanne Brewery in Toyama; and MATSUMOTO Traditional Bitter, served as a real ale.
The collaboration English Summer Ale was highlighted as a new beer. The post described it as aromatic, with a moderate malt character and an easy-drinking profile. It offers a chance to experience the combined character of two Japanese breweries in one glass.
Also newly featured was MATSUMOTO Traditional Bitter on real ale. Its restrained, satisfying character makes it a natural choice for drinkers looking for a beer to enjoy slowly.
The rest of the list provides plenty of contrast: a dark beer in Hikiyama Black, a tart and refreshing option in Sour Saison, and a fuller wheat-based beer in DunkerWeizenbock. Together, the selection gives visitors several directions to explore, from bright and refreshing pours to malt-forward beers.
Craft Beer Scissors Akihabara is a beer pub in Taito, Tokyo. For beer fans exploring the Akihabara area, it is worth checking the latest tap information before visiting, as availability and opening hours may change.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCraft Beer Scissors Akihabara had an eclectic five-tap lineup on September 28.
MugiWhoa, five beers? So we can try a flight in Akihabara?
Hop BroExactly. From Plank Brewery's DunkerWeizenbock in Bavaria to T.Y.HARBOR Brewery's Sour Saison from Tokyo, it covers a lot of ground.
MugiDunker… Weizen… Bock? That sounds like a spell!
Hop BroIt combines a wheat-forward Weizen character with a darker, stronger Bock profile—so expect toasty wheat character and satisfying body.
MugiNice! And I’m curious about the new collaboration beer from Swanlake Beer and MATSUMOTO BREWERY.
Hop BroThat is English Summer Ale: aromatic, gently malty, and reportedly easy to keep sipping.
MugiSo malt means that bready sweetness and richness? Summer beer with depth sounds perfect.
Hop BroYou’ve got it. MATSUMOTO Traditional Bitter is also notable because it is served as a real ale pour.
MugiReal ale? Was the other ale imaginary? Not a virtual beer?!
Hop BroHa! It is a traditional method with natural carbonation in the cask, giving you a softer, calmer pour to savor.
MugiThere’s Johana Beer’s dark Hikiyama Black and the tart Sour Saison too—now I want a mood-based beer tour!
Hop BroCheck the current availability first, then let’s head to Craft Beer Scissors Akihabara for tonight’s perfect pint.
MugiDeal! English Summer Ale first, real ale next… thirst level: prepared!
