Gambrinus in Kokubunji Taps Ushiku Brewery’s Juicy Parade
Beer Cafe Gambrinus, a one-minute walk from Kokubunji Station’s south exit, has tapped Ushiku Brewery’s Juicy Parade. The 14-tap lineup ranges from IPAs to honey ale and lager, paired with handmade Japanese dishes.
Hop BroToday’s story is a fresh tapping at Gambrinus. At BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS, just one minute from Kokubunji Station South Exit, Ushiku Brewery’s “Juicy Parade” went on tap today.
MugiWhat! Tapped today means I could go right now and drink it? The name already sounds like a fruit festival in a glass!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It’s a Juicy IPA, a style that pushes hop aroma right to the front.
MugiHold on, Juicy IPA means there’s juice in it? IPA still sounds like a bitterness boot camp to me!
Hop BroNo actual juice. It’s full-on hop aroma, so the citrusy nose and soft mouthfeel make it feel juicy.
MugiOhhh, so it’s juicy by aroma! That means even a beginner like me might avoid making a dramatic bitter-beer face.
Hop BroAnd the bar has 14 taps lined up. Not just IPA either, but weizen from Ushitora, a honey ale from Hino Brewing, and even a brown ale from North Island.
MugiNo way! Easy to pair with Japanese food is such a power move. Handmade dishes and craft beer sounds unfairly good.
Hop BroThat’s Gambrinus for you. It really leans into Japanese craft beer focus, and the no-smoking, no-cover, Wi-Fi setup makes it easy to stay awhile.
MugiAnd it’s that close to the station? One-minute temptation is way too strong. My feet would start heading south exit on their own!
Hop BroMore kegs are already queued up from Shonan Beer and Repubrew, so this has not just one pint written all over it. Starting with Juicy Parade feels like the right call.
MugiThen it’s settled! I’m ready for a toast in Kokubunji. Juicy Parade with handmade Japanese food sounds like something I want to drink right now.
Today's Tap
Beer Cafe Gambrinus in Kokubunji has tapped Ushiku Brewery’s Juicy Parade today. The beer is listed as a juicy IPA, adding another hop-forward option to the pub’s 14-tap lineup.
The current board also includes Hino Brewing’s Wild Honey, Ise Kadoya’s Nekojima, Ushitora’s Bababa Weizen and Double Furin, Kakegawa Farm’s Narakoko Pale Ale, North Island’s Brown Ale, U.B.P Brewery’s Counter Attack!, Iwate Kura Beer’s Japanese Herb Ale Sansho, Yokohama Bay Brewing’s Bay Pilsner Hallertau Edition, Hop Dog’s Pineapple IPA, Shiokaze BrewLab’s Cokatsutsu, and Pilsner Urquell. It is a broad mix that covers hazy and juicy styles, wheat beer, ale, stout, and classic lager in one room.
Coming soon are Shonan Beer’s Schwarz, Nomcraft’s Triskelion, Repubrew’s Coastal Crush Hazy IPA, Shiga Kogen Beer’s Yuru Brew Spelt, and Fujizakura Heights Beer’s Diamond Side Beat. For drinkers following Japanese craft beer, the lineup makes Gambrinus a reliable stop.
The pub opened in December 2007 and is known for handmade food from a Japanese chef, along with mostly domestic craft beer. It is non-smoking, has no cover charge, and offers free Wi-Fi. Hours are 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on weekdays and 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on Saturdays. The shop notes that it will be closed on Sunday, July 19, and open on Monday, July 20.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s story is a fresh tapping at Gambrinus. At BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS, just one minute from Kokubunji Station South Exit, Ushiku Brewery’s “Juicy Parade” went on tap today.
MugiWhat! Tapped today means I could go right now and drink it? The name already sounds like a fruit festival in a glass!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It’s a Juicy IPA, a style that pushes hop aroma right to the front.
MugiHold on, Juicy IPA means there’s juice in it? IPA still sounds like a bitterness boot camp to me!
Hop BroNo actual juice. It’s full-on hop aroma, so the citrusy nose and soft mouthfeel make it feel juicy.
MugiOhhh, so it’s juicy by aroma! That means even a beginner like me might avoid making a dramatic bitter-beer face.
Hop BroAnd the bar has 14 taps lined up. Not just IPA either, but weizen from Ushitora, a honey ale from Hino Brewing, and even a brown ale from North Island.
MugiNo way! Easy to pair with Japanese food is such a power move. Handmade dishes and craft beer sounds unfairly good.
Hop BroThat’s Gambrinus for you. It really leans into Japanese craft beer focus, and the no-smoking, no-cover, Wi-Fi setup makes it easy to stay awhile.
MugiAnd it’s that close to the station? One-minute temptation is way too strong. My feet would start heading south exit on their own!
Hop BroMore kegs are already queued up from Shonan Beer and Repubrew, so this has not just one pint written all over it. Starting with Juicy Parade feels like the right call.
MugiThen it’s settled! I’m ready for a toast in Kokubunji. Juicy Parade with handmade Japanese food sounds like something I want to drink right now.
