Tap 4 Changes Over at Beer Tsukasa: Nara Brewing's "LIGHTHOUSE" and Minoh Beer’s "Papa Zaru Lager"
In a May 11 post, the beer pub "Beer Tsukasa" in Uji, Kyoto announced a change on Tap 4. Following Nara Brewing’s micro porter "LIGHTHOUSE," Minoh Beer’s dark lager "Papa Zaru Lager" has been tapped.
Hop BroAt Beer Tsukasa in Kyoto’s Uji, Tap 4 has changed over. I like that two dark beers are lined up, from Nara Brewing’s "LIGHTHOUSE" to Minoh Beer’s "Papa Zaru Lager."
MugiWhoa, dark beer sounds heavy, and there are two of them!? And the names "LIGHTHOUSE" and "Papa Zaru Lager" have totally different vibes!
Hop BroThat’s the point. LIGHTHOUSE is a micro porter, so it has roasted character but low alcohol, making it an easy first drink too.
MugiWhat even is a micro porter? Low-alcohol dark beer sounds kind of contradictory, doesn’t it? Isn’t that a little weird?
Hop BroIt’s not really contradictory. Porter’s appeal is the toasty aroma of roasted malt, and if you keep that while lowering the alcohol, you get big aroma with a gentler drinking experience.
MugiOhhh! So how is Papa Zaru Lager different? Just from the name, I thought maybe a monkey became a dad for Father’s Day!
Hop BroYou’re not completely off, but it’s a bit more serious than that. It’s a Father’s Day dark lager with a biscuit-like maltiness and a clean finish.
MugiA biscuit-like maltiness? So even beer has an snack-like side!? Then even people who don’t usually like dark beers might be okay with this!
Hop BroExactly. And Beer Tsukasa is in Uji Myoraku, and the easygoing atmosphere is part of the charm. There are even scenes of overseas guests stopping in for a drink during the day, so the casual feel and the fun of draft beer coexist naturally.
MugiThat sounds great. Just hearing a daytime drink makes it sound happy. With hours from 11:00-14:00 and 16:00-21:30, it’s perfect for a detour too.
Hop BroThen there’s only one conclusion. While keeping up with the current tap situation, start with LIGHTHOUSE to check the aroma, then finish with Papa Zaru Lager. It’s the kind of day that makes you want to go out for drinks.
MugiAgreed! If we compare two dark beers, we’ll have a proper reason to go all the way to Uji. Hey, Hop-nii, after reading this, my throat is already calling for beer!
Tap 4 Has Changed Over
The beer pub "Beer Tsukasa" in Uji, Kyoto announced in a May 11 post that "Tap 4 has changed." In this update, following Nara Brewing’s micro porter "LIGHTHOUSE," Minoh Beer’s dark lager "Papa Zaru Lager" was tapped. It’s a two-beer lineup of dark styles that are not too heavy and are easy to keep drinking.
The post also mentioned a daytime customer from overseas enjoying a drink, conveying the easygoing atmosphere of drinking beer without putting on airs. Located in Myoraku, Uji, this shop has the kind of tap turnover that makes it feel like a beer pub should, and it naturally combines the casual feel of a bottle shop with the pleasure of enjoying draft beer on the spot.
"LIGHTHOUSE" is a low-alcohol dark beer with roasted notes. It is the kind of beer whose aroma becomes more enjoyable as the temperature slowly rises, making it a good first drink as well. By contrast, "Papa Zaru Lager" is a dark lager brewed by Minoh Beer for Father’s Day, with a biscuit-like malt character and a clean finish. If you’re looking for a lighter dark beer, this is a lineup that fits the mood just right.
Hours are 11:00-14:00 and 16:00-21:30. It works well for a short midday drink or a stop on the way home at night, and the fun of following guest beer rotations is a big part of the appeal. If you want to check which taps are moving in Uji right now, this is an update worth not missing.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer Tsukasa in Kyoto’s Uji, Tap 4 has changed over. I like that two dark beers are lined up, from Nara Brewing’s "LIGHTHOUSE" to Minoh Beer’s "Papa Zaru Lager."
MugiWhoa, dark beer sounds heavy, and there are two of them!? And the names "LIGHTHOUSE" and "Papa Zaru Lager" have totally different vibes!
Hop BroThat’s the point. LIGHTHOUSE is a micro porter, so it has roasted character but low alcohol, making it an easy first drink too.
MugiWhat even is a micro porter? Low-alcohol dark beer sounds kind of contradictory, doesn’t it? Isn’t that a little weird?
Hop BroIt’s not really contradictory. Porter’s appeal is the toasty aroma of roasted malt, and if you keep that while lowering the alcohol, you get big aroma with a gentler drinking experience.
MugiOhhh! So how is Papa Zaru Lager different? Just from the name, I thought maybe a monkey became a dad for Father’s Day!
Hop BroYou’re not completely off, but it’s a bit more serious than that. It’s a Father’s Day dark lager with a biscuit-like maltiness and a clean finish.
MugiA biscuit-like maltiness? So even beer has an snack-like side!? Then even people who don’t usually like dark beers might be okay with this!
Hop BroExactly. And Beer Tsukasa is in Uji Myoraku, and the easygoing atmosphere is part of the charm. There are even scenes of overseas guests stopping in for a drink during the day, so the casual feel and the fun of draft beer coexist naturally.
MugiThat sounds great. Just hearing a daytime drink makes it sound happy. With hours from 11:00-14:00 and 16:00-21:30, it’s perfect for a detour too.
Hop BroThen there’s only one conclusion. While keeping up with the current tap situation, start with LIGHTHOUSE to check the aroma, then finish with Papa Zaru Lager. It’s the kind of day that makes you want to go out for drinks.
MugiAgreed! If we compare two dark beers, we’ll have a proper reason to go all the way to Uji. Hey, Hop-nii, after reading this, my throat is already calling for beer!
