MOONRISE KINGDOM Updates Weekend Taps in Shinjuku: 3 Kegs and 2 Himitsu Beer Bottles
The beer pub MOONRISE KINGDOM in Nishi-Shinjuku updated its tap list for its weekend service on May 23 and 24. In addition to three kegs from Nara brewing, Tokyo ALEWORKS × Vallejo brew, and BREW CLASSIC, it is also offering two bottled beers from Himitsu Beer.
Hop BroMOONRISE KINGDOM's weekend tap update in Nishi-Shinjuku is a really good lineup. They've got Nara brewing, Tokyo ALEWORKS × Vallejo brew, BREW CLASSIC, and even bottled beers from Himitsu Beer.
MugiWhoa! Three drafts and two bottles? So you can choose that much just for the weekend? That's great, but also the kind of thing that makes it hard to decide!
Hop BroWhat's more, the fresh-ingredient cooking is a main attraction here. It feels like a small beer pub where you can take your time drinking with burritos and fresh pasta.
MugiI see! So it's not just about beer, it's a place to enjoy a more food-oriented lineup. It kind of feels like an adult field trip!
Hop BroThe first beer to note is Nara brewing's KIP Hoppy Pilsner. Even though it's a pilsner, it has a strong hop aroma, and it's a great example of balancing drinkability with aroma.
MugiWait, a pilsner that's hoppy? What's different about that? Just hearing the name is making my head spin!
Hop BroPut simply, a pilsner is a crisp, easy-to-drink base, and this style layers hop character on top of that. That's why it pairs well with light dishes like seafood tacos.
MugiGot it! So the Hokkaido cod Special Fish Tacos would go well with KIP. Just thinking about it makes me hungry!
Hop BroNext is Tokyo ALEWORKS × Vallejo brew's BY THE BAY WC IPA. Since it's a West Coast IPA, it has a sharp edge and a firm bitterness, so I want to pair it with burritos or steak with heavier sauces.
MugiWhoa, so that means the aroma and bitterness both really stand out? But if it can stand up to the food, that actually sounds even better!
Hop BroExactly, and BREW CLASSIC's Heartful Tiger is a Juicy IPA. It has a fresh, juicy mouthfeel, and you can enjoy the bright hop character in a soft, fluffy way, so it also goes well with aromatic dishes.
MugiI'm curious about Himitsu Beer's ORCA and GOLDEN ALE too! A summer-mandarin pale ale sounds perfect for a hot day.
Hop BroORCA really benefits from homegrown summer mandarins, and Chin Anago Gold has a lovely floral aroma with grassy hops. This is the kind of place where you want to settle in and drink slowly while eating in Nishi-Shinjuku.
MugiYeah, now I want to go for the combination of food and beer! MOONRISE KINGDOM on the weekend has more than enough reasons to drink!
Weekend Tap List Updated
The beer pub "MOONRISE KINGDOM," on the first floor of Tenku MURA in Nishi-Shinjuku, introduced its weekend recommendations in time for lunch and dinner service on May 23 and 24. The shop is a small place centered on craft beer, burritos, and fresh pasta, and its hallmark is a style of cooking built around fresh ingredients. It is set up so guests can relax with a drink alongside their meal.
The food focus for the day is the "Special Fish Tacos," featuring roasted Hokkaido cod paired with a house-made Mediterranean-style sauce. The shop recommends pairing the bright, refreshing flavors of early summer with IPA or lager. Other food-forward options on the menu include "Shirasu and Early-Summer Vegetable Aglio e Olio," "BBQ Steak Burrito," "Carnitas Tacos," "Chicken Quesadilla," "Mascarpone with Kumamoto Melon," and "Squid Ink Pasta."
There are three draft beers on tap.
- Nara brewing / KIP - Hoppy Pilsner
- Tokyo ALEWORKS × Vallejo brew / BY THE BAY - WC IPA
- BREW CLASSIC / Heartful Tiger - Juicy IPA
The lineup spans everything from pilsner to West Coast IPA and juicy IPA, making it easy to choose based on the balance between light drinkability and hop character. KIP looks like the best match for seafood tacos, while BY THE BAY and Heartful Tiger should pair well with burritos topped with bold sauces or strongly aromatic dishes.
Two bottled beers from Himitsu Beer are also newly available.
- ORCA / Natsumikan Pale Ale - ABV 5%
- Chin Anago Gold / GOLDEN ALE - ABV 5%
ORCA is a pale ale made with homegrown summer mandarins, bringing a light citrus note to the glass. Chin Anago Gold is presented as a well-balanced golden ale that is easy to drink on hot days, with floral aromas and grassy hops as its defining features. The shop also stocks 30 kinds of domestic and imported craft beer bottles, offering a wide range of choices to pair with a weekend meal.
It is an easy stop in Nishi-Shinjuku when you want to enjoy both food and beer at the same time.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMOONRISE KINGDOM's weekend tap update in Nishi-Shinjuku is a really good lineup. They've got Nara brewing, Tokyo ALEWORKS × Vallejo brew, BREW CLASSIC, and even bottled beers from Himitsu Beer.
MugiWhoa! Three drafts and two bottles? So you can choose that much just for the weekend? That's great, but also the kind of thing that makes it hard to decide!
Hop BroWhat's more, the fresh-ingredient cooking is a main attraction here. It feels like a small beer pub where you can take your time drinking with burritos and fresh pasta.
MugiI see! So it's not just about beer, it's a place to enjoy a more food-oriented lineup. It kind of feels like an adult field trip!
Hop BroThe first beer to note is Nara brewing's KIP Hoppy Pilsner. Even though it's a pilsner, it has a strong hop aroma, and it's a great example of balancing drinkability with aroma.
MugiWait, a pilsner that's hoppy? What's different about that? Just hearing the name is making my head spin!
Hop BroPut simply, a pilsner is a crisp, easy-to-drink base, and this style layers hop character on top of that. That's why it pairs well with light dishes like seafood tacos.
MugiGot it! So the Hokkaido cod Special Fish Tacos would go well with KIP. Just thinking about it makes me hungry!
Hop BroNext is Tokyo ALEWORKS × Vallejo brew's BY THE BAY WC IPA. Since it's a West Coast IPA, it has a sharp edge and a firm bitterness, so I want to pair it with burritos or steak with heavier sauces.
MugiWhoa, so that means the aroma and bitterness both really stand out? But if it can stand up to the food, that actually sounds even better!
Hop BroExactly, and BREW CLASSIC's Heartful Tiger is a Juicy IPA. It has a fresh, juicy mouthfeel, and you can enjoy the bright hop character in a soft, fluffy way, so it also goes well with aromatic dishes.
MugiI'm curious about Himitsu Beer's ORCA and GOLDEN ALE too! A summer-mandarin pale ale sounds perfect for a hot day.
Hop BroORCA really benefits from homegrown summer mandarins, and Chin Anago Gold has a lovely floral aroma with grassy hops. This is the kind of place where you want to settle in and drink slowly while eating in Nishi-Shinjuku.
MugiYeah, now I want to go for the combination of food and beer! MOONRISE KINGDOM on the weekend has more than enough reasons to drink!
