THE FARMHOUSE Pairs Shiga Kogen Beer with Seasonal Local Food
THE FARMHOUSE in Yamanouchi, Nagano, is the taproom and beer pub operated by Tamamura Honten, the producer of Shiga Kogen Beer. Its seasonal bar food highlights local ingredients and is designed to pair with beers including Yuru Blue Spelt, House Lager, and Yamabushi.
Hop BroIn Yamanouchi, Nagano, THE FARMHOUSE is the brewery pub run by Tamamura Honten, makers of Shiga Kogen Beer.
MugiWhoa, so you can enjoy brewery-fresh beer with local food while sightseeing? That sounds perfect!
Hop BroA highlight is fig pork vindaloo: a mini curry layering pork richness, tang, spice, and the sweetness of figs.
MugiVindaloo sounds incredibly serious! What kind of dish is that?
Hop BroIt’s an Indian-origin curry known for bright acidity and spice. Here, it comes with Tamamura Honten Koshihikari rice mixed with spelt wheat.
MugiSpelt wheat… that’s not a spell, right? It’s a type of wheat?
Hop BroExactly! It’s an ancient wheat with a toasty grain character, which makes it a lovely match for the curry alongside Yuru Buru spelt.
MugiNice! Then there’s chilled tofu from Kitazawa Tofu Shop with ripe botan pepper miso and House Lager—crisp, yet ready for that miso flavor.
Hop BroFor dessert, pair a whole Yamanouchi pumpkin cheesecake with barrel-aged Yamabushi pairing. It lets beer shine like an after-dinner drink.
MugiShiga Kogen Beer from curry through dessert! Let’s check the official social channels, then go savor mountain air and beer!
A beer pub rooted in Yamanouchi
THE FARMHOUSE is a Tamamura Honten-operated beer pub in Yamanouchi, Nagano. Alongside Shiga Kogen Beer, the venue offers a selection of drinks associated with the brewery and is a natural stop for visitors exploring the Shiga Kogen area.
The featured bar food focuses on local ingredients and seasonal flavors. The fig pork vindaloo is a small curry combining tender pork, acidity, spice, and the gentle sweetness of figs. It is served with rice cooked with Tamamura Honten’s Koshihikari and spelt wheat, creating a natural pairing with Yuru Blue Spelt, whose soft grain character complements the dish.
Cold tofu from Kitazawa Tofu Shop, topped with miso made from fully ripened botan pepper, offers a simpler local snack. Its savory flavor should work well with House Lager and its clean, refreshing lager profile.
For dessert, THE FARMHOUSE presents a cheesecake made with a whole Yamanouchi pumpkin. The dish is suggested alongside Yamabushi, a barrel-aged beer whose deeper character can extend the meal into a dessert course. Regular snacks such as shibazuke pickles and boiled Kurakake beans are also available.
Opening days and food availability may change, so checking the venue’s official social media before visiting is recommended. With regional ingredients on the plate and Tamamura Honten beers in the glass, THE FARMHOUSE offers a distinctly local way to enjoy craft beer in the mountains.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIn Yamanouchi, Nagano, THE FARMHOUSE is the brewery pub run by Tamamura Honten, makers of Shiga Kogen Beer.
MugiWhoa, so you can enjoy brewery-fresh beer with local food while sightseeing? That sounds perfect!
Hop BroA highlight is fig pork vindaloo: a mini curry layering pork richness, tang, spice, and the sweetness of figs.
MugiVindaloo sounds incredibly serious! What kind of dish is that?
Hop BroIt’s an Indian-origin curry known for bright acidity and spice. Here, it comes with Tamamura Honten Koshihikari rice mixed with spelt wheat.
MugiSpelt wheat… that’s not a spell, right? It’s a type of wheat?
Hop BroExactly! It’s an ancient wheat with a toasty grain character, which makes it a lovely match for the curry alongside Yuru Buru spelt.
MugiNice! Then there’s chilled tofu from Kitazawa Tofu Shop with ripe botan pepper miso and House Lager—crisp, yet ready for that miso flavor.
Hop BroFor dessert, pair a whole Yamanouchi pumpkin cheesecake with barrel-aged Yamabushi pairing. It lets beer shine like an after-dinner drink.
MugiShiga Kogen Beer from curry through dessert! Let’s check the official social channels, then go savor mountain air and beer!
