Three Beers, Including Chichibu Beer, Tapped at CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch
CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch has newly tapped three beers from Chichibu Beer, CRAFTROCK BREWING, and Yellow Beer Works. From a citrusy, piney TDH IPA to a sour-style 5% beer, the lineup offers something that fits an easy spring pint.
Hop BroToday, there are three guest taps. At CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch, Chichibu Beer, CRAFTROCK BREWING, and Yellow Beer Works have all shown up at once.
MugiWait, they have Chichibu Beer too!? That already gets me a little hyped!
Hop BroFirst up is Chichibu Beer's "Namara Nigai Kuma," a TDH IPA at 7.0%. The citrus and pine notes really stand out, making it a dream for hop lovers.
MugiWhat's TDH supposed to mean, like extra-hoppy or something? The name already sounds intense!
Hop BroPretty much. It's a method of layering aroma, where dry hopping is loaded in heavily to push the aroma forward.
MugiI see! So CRAFTROCK BREWING's "Joy Hoppo Zets" is the one they introduced as that hard beer?
Hop BroExactly. It's a D-IPA at 7.5%, so it's got real heft. The bitterness and body are both strong, so it's the kind of beer you want to take your time with.
MugiWait, the third one, "Vitapo," is a sports-drink-style sour!? That's way more free-spirited than I expected!
Hop BroYellow Beer Works' "Vitapo" is a 5.0% sour with a distinctive twist, like it's mixed with sports drink and vitamin drink elements. It's light and really fits a spring pint.
MugiAnd it's at TOKYO TORCH near Tokyo Station and Otemachi, with terrace seating too? That's perfect! Drinking outside on a warm day is basically a guaranteed win!
Hop BroThere's also a two-hour all-you-can-drink party plan, so it's easy to use for welcome parties. Pair it with gyoza and spice-forward food, and you can move smoothly from IPA to sour.
MugiAlright, I'm starting with the citrusy IPA! And then I want to finish with the refreshing sour!
Today's Taps
At CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch, a post by new staff member Kento introduced three guest beers.
- Chichibu Beer "Namara Nigai Kuma" TDH IPA 7.0%
A triple dry-hopped IPA with a strong citrus and pine character.
- CRAFTROCK BREWING "Joy Hoppo Zets" D-IPA 7.5%
The shop describes it as "our hard beer from Craftrock," recommending it as a bold, satisfying pint.
- Yellow Beer Works "Vitapo" 5.0%
A distinctive sour ale made by mixing in sports drink and vitamin drink elements.
How to Enjoy the Shop
Located on the first floor of TOKYO TORCH Tokiwabashi Tower in the Tokyo Station and Otemachi area, the shop is marked by a beer-and-dumpling sign. On warm spring-like days, the terrace seats are also available, making it easy to relax with a drink. The post also introduces a party plan for spring welcome gatherings that includes two hours of all-you-can-drink craft beer.
The food lineup features spice-forward dishes such as chicken achar, homemade la-yu seasoned zha cai, shrimp crackers, pork gyoza, falafel, and Mao-style fried chicken. In addition, the course that includes two selectable gyoza options also offers choices like spiced lamb, umakara, wasabi, tomato basil, and shrimp shiso gyoza.
What Beer Fans Will Like
This lineup pairs IPAs with sharply defined hop character alongside refreshing sour styles. It is easy to reach for whether you want to chase firm bitterness or drink something lighter and more briskly. It is a spot that works well for an after-work pint or a lively group drink with conversation.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, there are three guest taps. At CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch, Chichibu Beer, CRAFTROCK BREWING, and Yellow Beer Works have all shown up at once.
MugiWait, they have Chichibu Beer too!? That already gets me a little hyped!
Hop BroFirst up is Chichibu Beer's "Namara Nigai Kuma," a TDH IPA at 7.0%. The citrus and pine notes really stand out, making it a dream for hop lovers.
MugiWhat's TDH supposed to mean, like extra-hoppy or something? The name already sounds intense!
Hop BroPretty much. It's a method of layering aroma, where dry hopping is loaded in heavily to push the aroma forward.
MugiI see! So CRAFTROCK BREWING's "Joy Hoppo Zets" is the one they introduced as that hard beer?
Hop BroExactly. It's a D-IPA at 7.5%, so it's got real heft. The bitterness and body are both strong, so it's the kind of beer you want to take your time with.
MugiWait, the third one, "Vitapo," is a sports-drink-style sour!? That's way more free-spirited than I expected!
Hop BroYellow Beer Works' "Vitapo" is a 5.0% sour with a distinctive twist, like it's mixed with sports drink and vitamin drink elements. It's light and really fits a spring pint.
MugiAnd it's at TOKYO TORCH near Tokyo Station and Otemachi, with terrace seating too? That's perfect! Drinking outside on a warm day is basically a guaranteed win!
Hop BroThere's also a two-hour all-you-can-drink party plan, so it's easy to use for welcome parties. Pair it with gyoza and spice-forward food, and you can move smoothly from IPA to sour.
MugiAlright, I'm starting with the citrusy IPA! And then I want to finish with the refreshing sour!
