Asakusa Beer Kobo launches July-only janken challenge from July 22
Asakusa Beer Kobo says its July-only janken challenge will run on weekdays starting July 22. The July 17 post also revealed the day’s tap list, featuring house beers such as ASAKUSA BITTER and Sannja Matsuri Gose, plus Koko Brew TOKYO and guest pours.
Hop BroThere’s a perfect Asakusa stopover here: a July-only challenge starts at Asakusa Beer Kobo on weekday July 22, and the tap list posted on July 17 is seriously strong.
MugiWhat! A beer spot with a rock-paper-scissors showdown too? That means the luck test starts before the first pint!
Hop BroHere’s the thing, Asakusa Beer Kobo is an in-house brewing brewpub between Sensoji and Kappabashi, so it’s easy to drop in. Their own ASAKUSA BITTER and Sanja Matsuri Gose really stand out.
MugiSanja Matsuri Gose... what even is gose!? It sounds less like beer and more like a festival chant with a portable shrine.
Hop BroGose is a salty, tart style made with wheat. It’s light and great for summer, so the Sanja Matsuri name fits perfectly. One sip and your mouth is basically hosting a festival.
MugiOh wow! Then koko Brew TOKYO’s Salt Lemon Sour Ale has to be super refreshing too. And with Juicy IPA there, Asakusa suddenly feels like a tropical vacation!
Hop BroA Juicy IPA is basically full-throttle hop aroma; it doesn’t mean actual juice is added. It’s more about tropical hop character and fermentation esters, so it can smell loud but still drink smooth.
MugiWhat is that, what are esters!? Did we just switch into chemistry class? So basically, even without fruit, it can smell like peach or citrus?
Hop BroExactly. And the guest side is stacked with breweries too: GREAT BLUE from Johana Beer, White Ale from Hitachino Nest, Neko ni Hiki from Isekadoya, Bohemi Pils from Ushitora, American Pale Ale from Shingetsu Beer, and Yoritomo Porter from Hansharo.
MugiThat’s basically a tasting trip in one bar! With an Asakusa bar-hop vibe like that, I’d want to go on a weekday after July 22, play janken, and then start with ASAKUSA BITTER immediately!
Asakusa Beer Kobo announced that its July-only janken challenge will begin on weekdays starting July 22. In the July 17 post, the bar also shared the day’s tap list.
Located between Senso-ji and Kappabashi, the venue is a brewpub where beer is made on site and served fresh. With counter seating on the first floor and table seating on the second, it works equally well for a quick stop during a stroll or a slower tasting session.
The lineup covered both house beers and guest pours:
- House beers: ASAKUSA BITTER, Sannja Matsuri Gose
- Koko Brew TOKYO: KANPAI ALE, Juicy IPA, Shio Lemon Sour Ale
- Guest beers: GREAT BLUE (Johana Beer), White Ale (Hitachino Nest), Neko Ni Hiki (Ise Kadoya Brewery), Bohemi Pils (Ushi Tora Brewery), American Pale Ale (Shingetsu Beer), Yoritomo Porter (Hansharo Beer), Suntory Draft Beer (Suntory)
For visitors eating and drinking around Asakusa, the appeal is simple: freshly brewed house beer alongside a rotating set of guest beers, all in one stop.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThere’s a perfect Asakusa stopover here: a July-only challenge starts at Asakusa Beer Kobo on weekday July 22, and the tap list posted on July 17 is seriously strong.
MugiWhat! A beer spot with a rock-paper-scissors showdown too? That means the luck test starts before the first pint!
Hop BroHere’s the thing, Asakusa Beer Kobo is an in-house brewing brewpub between Sensoji and Kappabashi, so it’s easy to drop in. Their own ASAKUSA BITTER and Sanja Matsuri Gose really stand out.
MugiSanja Matsuri Gose... what even is gose!? It sounds less like beer and more like a festival chant with a portable shrine.
Hop BroGose is a salty, tart style made with wheat. It’s light and great for summer, so the Sanja Matsuri name fits perfectly. One sip and your mouth is basically hosting a festival.
MugiOh wow! Then koko Brew TOKYO’s Salt Lemon Sour Ale has to be super refreshing too. And with Juicy IPA there, Asakusa suddenly feels like a tropical vacation!
Hop BroA Juicy IPA is basically full-throttle hop aroma; it doesn’t mean actual juice is added. It’s more about tropical hop character and fermentation esters, so it can smell loud but still drink smooth.
MugiWhat is that, what are esters!? Did we just switch into chemistry class? So basically, even without fruit, it can smell like peach or citrus?
Hop BroExactly. And the guest side is stacked with breweries too: GREAT BLUE from Johana Beer, White Ale from Hitachino Nest, Neko ni Hiki from Isekadoya, Bohemi Pils from Ushitora, American Pale Ale from Shingetsu Beer, and Yoritomo Porter from Hansharo.
MugiThat’s basically a tasting trip in one bar! With an Asakusa bar-hop vibe like that, I’d want to go on a weekday after July 22, play janken, and then start with ASAKUSA BITTER immediately!
