BEER SPACE on Tap adds And Beer’s Shade Break to its taps in Kobe Motomachi
BEER SPACE on Tap in Kobe’s Motomachi area announced a new pour from Tokyo brewery And Beer: Shade Break. The pub listed seven beers on tap for the day, with Sunday service starting at 3 p.m., offering a compact, basement beer bar setting for hop-driven pours and easygoing sipping.
Hop BroAt Beer Space On Tap in Kobe Motomachi, Shade Break just came on. It's a 5.4% American IPA from Tokyo's And Beer, and having it lead a seven-tap lineup is pretty strong.
MugiWait, that name Shade Break already sounds cool and breezy! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroHere's the fun part: it uses Deep Cut Cascade, a special Cascade hop left to ripen longer in the field. That gives it mandarin, peach, and grapefruit-like aromas right up front.
MugiOkay, but resinous notes makes me think I'm drinking from a hardware store aisle. Should I be worried?
Hop BroNo panic, that just means pine-and-forest vibes. It uses plenty of hops, but keeps the rough edges down, so it finishes clean instead of turning into a bitterness ambush.
MugiSo it's big on hops, neat on finish? That sounds way less scary for a craft-beer newbie than a full bitterness jump scare.
Hop BroAnd the rest of the board is great too: seven taps total with Junos Pandemic, Caramel Honey Stout, KUNITACHI BREWERY's 1926 and Shirokujichu, Lockheart, and even Edelpils. That tap list has zero filler.
MugiWhat is this place, a cheat code? an 11-seat basement pub with that lineup, old-school atmosphere, and Sunday opening from 3 p.m.? Day-drinking just filed an application.
Hop BroExactly, and it's also good for match nights. They're even planning to show Japan's game on June 21, so one pint can turn into a full cheering session.
MugiThat's it, sold. First pour: Shade Break. Then I want a sneaky detour into the stout or the pils, because my thirst is suddenly acting like it's on vacation.
Hop BroFair plan. IPA first, compare after is a strong move. Talking about it this much has me wanting to run straight to On Tap.
New tap
On June 14, BEER SPACE on Tap in Kobe Motomachi highlighted a new beer from Tokyo-based And Beer: Shade Break. The beer is an American IPA at 5.4% ABV, brewed with a special Cascade hop called Deep Cut™ Cascade, matured longer in the field than usual. According to the post, it brings bright aromas reminiscent of mandarin, peach, and grapefruit, along with piney and resin-like notes. Despite the generous hopping, it is described as clean and free of rough edges.
What is on tap
The day’s tap list featured seven beers:
- And Beer / Shade Break
- SOUTH HORIZON / Junos Pandemic
- HIROSHIMA NOH BREWERY / Caramel Honey Stout
- KUNITACHI BREWERY / 1926
- Free Spirits Brewing / Lockheart
- Edelpils
- KUNITACHI BREWERY / 四六時中
The selection spans IPA, stout, and lager-like options, making it easy to choose between a sharp hop showcase, malt sweetness, or something crisp and approachable. Shade Break sits at the center of the lineup, while brewery names from Kobe, Hiroshima, and beyond give the tap list a wide-ranging feel.
The venue
BEER SPACE on Tap is a compact beer pub located in the basement of Kobe Plaza Hotel. The shop describes itself as an old-fashioned, relaxed underground space designed to let guests forget the bustle above ground. With only 11 seats, a non-smoking room, a projector, and free Wi-Fi, it is well suited to slow-paced drinking and small-group visits.
The post also notes Sunday hours from 3 p.m. and invites guests to wind down with a good beer before the week begins. It additionally mentions a June 21 broadcast of a FIFA World Cup Japan match, showing the pub’s range from casual daily drinking to game-day gatherings.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer Space On Tap in Kobe Motomachi, Shade Break just came on. It's a 5.4% American IPA from Tokyo's And Beer, and having it lead a seven-tap lineup is pretty strong.
MugiWait, that name Shade Break already sounds cool and breezy! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroHere's the fun part: it uses Deep Cut Cascade, a special Cascade hop left to ripen longer in the field. That gives it mandarin, peach, and grapefruit-like aromas right up front.
MugiOkay, but resinous notes makes me think I'm drinking from a hardware store aisle. Should I be worried?
Hop BroNo panic, that just means pine-and-forest vibes. It uses plenty of hops, but keeps the rough edges down, so it finishes clean instead of turning into a bitterness ambush.
MugiSo it's big on hops, neat on finish? That sounds way less scary for a craft-beer newbie than a full bitterness jump scare.
Hop BroAnd the rest of the board is great too: seven taps total with Junos Pandemic, Caramel Honey Stout, KUNITACHI BREWERY's 1926 and Shirokujichu, Lockheart, and even Edelpils. That tap list has zero filler.
MugiWhat is this place, a cheat code? an 11-seat basement pub with that lineup, old-school atmosphere, and Sunday opening from 3 p.m.? Day-drinking just filed an application.
Hop BroExactly, and it's also good for match nights. They're even planning to show Japan's game on June 21, so one pint can turn into a full cheering session.
MugiThat's it, sold. First pour: Shade Break. Then I want a sneaky detour into the stout or the pils, because my thirst is suddenly acting like it's on vacation.
Hop BroFair plan. IPA first, compare after is a strong move. Talking about it this much has me wanting to run straight to On Tap.
