Marumugi in Arakicho Offers Five Craft Beers on October 21
地ビールバーまる麦 in Tokyo’s Arakicho district is serving five distinctive drinks on October 21, including an Akita fruit cider, a pilsner, a rice IPA, an imperial red ale, and a citrus-forward pale ale.
Hop BroMarumugi, a local beer bar in Arakicho, has five distinctive taps today. There is even a cider, so a tasting flight sounds perfect.
MugiWhat, cider at a beer bar? Akita fruit cider already sounds like an autumn getaway!
Hop BroHOPDOG BREWING’s “Akita Apple and Japanese Pear Cider” is 6.5% ABV. Apple aroma meets crisp Japanese pear for a boldly fruity glass.
MugiRefreshing at 6.5%? That is dangerous! My self-control may lose before the glass is empty!
Hop BroFor beer first, try Ushitor Brewery’s “Slowly and Carefully Brewed Pils.” At 5.5%, it is a highly drinkable pilsner.
MugiI hear “pilsner” all the time, but what is it? Is it the rice of beer?
Hop BroThat is actually close! It is a pale, crisp lager style brewed cool and slowly, resulting in a clean, polished flavor.
MugiGot it—an easy first glass with food! But there is a Rice IPA too; rice joins the beer party!
Hop BroMinoh Beer’s 6.0% “KANSHA29 -Rice IPA-” celebrates its 29th anniversary. Rice lightens the body while hops bring bright, expressive aromas.
MugiI think IPA means bitter, but rice makes it lighter, so beginners can try it! An aroma-first IPA sounds intriguing.
Hop BroFor something richer, Ise Kadoya Beer’s 7.0% Imperial Red Ale has malt depth and assertive hops—a red beer for savoring.
Mugi“Imperial” sounds so regal! If I order it, I might offer a formal royal greeting to my glass!
Hop BroFor a classic finish, Baird Brewing’s 5.5% Rising Sun Pale Ale balances citrusy hop aroma and bitterness so well you will want another.
MugiWith large pours at ¥1,300 and small pours at ¥1,000, let’s head from Yotsuya-sanchome to Arakicho and taste them all! Let’s go raise a glass!
October 21 tap list at Marumugi
地ビールバーまる麦, a small beer pub in Arakicho, Shinjuku, is presenting five drinks from Japanese breweries on October 21, 2026. The listed price is 1,300 yen for a large serving and 1,000 yen for a small serving.
The lineup begins with Akita Apple and Japanese Pear Cider from HOPDOG BREWING in Akita. At 6.5% ABV, it combines the rich aroma of apples with the refreshing character of Japanese pear, offering a fruit-driven alternative to the beer selections.
From Tochigi’s Ushitorā Brewery comes Jikkuri Kotokoto仕込んだ Pils, a 5.5% pilsner designed for an easy, highly drinkable finish. Its straightforward profile makes it a natural choice for a first pour or for pairing with food.
Minoh Beer of Osaka contributes KANSHA29 -Rice IPA-, a 6.0% rice IPA created as a 29th-anniversary beer. The tap list highlights its floral aroma and light, brisk drinkability, giving the style a celebratory but approachable character.
At 7.0%, Ise Kadoya Beer’s Imperial Red Ale is the most full-bodied option of the day. It focuses on a pronounced hop experience and is suited to drinkers looking for a stronger beer to sip slowly.
The final selection is Rising Sun Pale Ale from Baird Brewing in Shizuoka. This 5.5% house classic is marked by prominent citrus-hop aroma and bitterness, making it a good fit for fans of balanced, hop-led pale ales.
Located on the second floor of Ichibankan Building in Tokyo’s Arakicho, Marumugi offers a relaxed setting for comparing beers from across Japan. The pub is closed on Tuesdays and public holidays.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMarumugi, a local beer bar in Arakicho, has five distinctive taps today. There is even a cider, so a tasting flight sounds perfect.
MugiWhat, cider at a beer bar? Akita fruit cider already sounds like an autumn getaway!
Hop BroHOPDOG BREWING’s “Akita Apple and Japanese Pear Cider” is 6.5% ABV. Apple aroma meets crisp Japanese pear for a boldly fruity glass.
MugiRefreshing at 6.5%? That is dangerous! My self-control may lose before the glass is empty!
Hop BroFor beer first, try Ushitor Brewery’s “Slowly and Carefully Brewed Pils.” At 5.5%, it is a highly drinkable pilsner.
MugiI hear “pilsner” all the time, but what is it? Is it the rice of beer?
Hop BroThat is actually close! It is a pale, crisp lager style brewed cool and slowly, resulting in a clean, polished flavor.
MugiGot it—an easy first glass with food! But there is a Rice IPA too; rice joins the beer party!
Hop BroMinoh Beer’s 6.0% “KANSHA29 -Rice IPA-” celebrates its 29th anniversary. Rice lightens the body while hops bring bright, expressive aromas.
MugiI think IPA means bitter, but rice makes it lighter, so beginners can try it! An aroma-first IPA sounds intriguing.
Hop BroFor something richer, Ise Kadoya Beer’s 7.0% Imperial Red Ale has malt depth and assertive hops—a red beer for savoring.
Mugi“Imperial” sounds so regal! If I order it, I might offer a formal royal greeting to my glass!
Hop BroFor a classic finish, Baird Brewing’s 5.5% Rising Sun Pale Ale balances citrusy hop aroma and bitterness so well you will want another.
MugiWith large pours at ¥1,300 and small pours at ¥1,000, let’s head from Yotsuya-sanchome to Arakicho and taste them all! Let’s go raise a glass!