Takadanobaba Beer Shokudo taps two kegs from Nekobeer and 3 Sons on 5/9
In a May 9 post, Takadanobaba Beer Shokudo announced that it opens at noon on weekends and holidays and tapped two kegs from Nekobeer and 3 Sons. At the time of posting, beer No. 4 had already sold out, and because conversation carries easily inside the shop, guests were asked to keep their voices down.
Hop BroTakadanobaba Beer Shokudo tapped two kegs on 5/9. You can drink from midday on weekends and holidays, so this is one to check out.
MugiWait, it opens at 12:00 noon!? That kind of holiday start is already a win... being able to toast even though it isn't morning is the best!
Hop BroAnd the first one is Nekobeer's single-hop pale ale. Going all in with just Rakau is a pretty clean, focused design.
MugiRakau, what even is that! Can one hop variety really define the flavor that much? At this point it's less a drink and more an experiment...
Hop BroRakau is a New Zealand hop, and the character of the NZ varietal Rakau really comes through. It tends to bring a bit more resinous and fruity character than citrus, which works well in a pale ale.
MugiOh wow! So the 3 Sons beer is basically a 17.5% monster, right? Seeing a number like that means you need to prepare yourself first!
Hop BroExactly, it's a BA imperial stout. Since it's barrel-aged, it picks up aromas from the barrel, making it a rich beer you sip slowly.
MugiBarrel-aged suddenly sounds so cool! But Japan-limited to two kegs makes it feel like a battle for them... that's nerve-racking!
Hop BroAnd by the time of the post, beer No. 4 had already sold out. The taps turn over quickly, so if you find one you're interested in, the right move is to act immediately.
MugiThen in Takadanobaba, the ideal move might be to start with the pale ale, see how it goes, and finish with the stout! The day-drinking flow is already pretty complete!
Hop BroYeah, since sound carries easily inside, it's the kind of place where you toast quietly and stay focused on the beer. This is definitely one that makes you want to go drink there right away.
Tap info for 5/9
In an Instagram post, Takadanobaba Beer Shokudo announced an update to its tap list for Saturday, May 9, with two kegs tapped. It also reiterated that on weekends and holidays, the shop opens at 12:00, making it a place where you can enjoy craft beer from midday.
Beers tapped that day
- Single Hop Pale Ale of Single Nekosan ~NZ varietal! Rakau, buy-buy-ripen-hops ver.~ (American Pale Ale) 5.5% / Nekobeer
- Happy Anniversary 7 Year (BA Imperial Stout) 17.5% / 3 Sons (Japan-limited 2 kegs)
The first is a single-hop pale ale brewed with Rakau hops from New Zealand. The second is a high-alcohol 17.5% barrel-aged imperial stout, introduced as a limited beer with a strong sense of exclusivity. The post also announced that beer No. 4 had already sold out, so turnover at the taps seems to be quick.
Atmosphere of the shop
Takadanobaba Beer Shokudo is a beer pub in Takadanobaba, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo. In the post, the shop notes that sound carries easily indoors, so guests are asked to keep conversations quiet. Although it sits in a lively station-front area, it is a space well suited to focusing on beer, and it feels right to take your time enjoying a rotating tap with food.
Weekend service starting from midday, plus two distinct new taps. For anyone who wants to know what beer is available in Takadanobaba right now, this was a post worth checking.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTakadanobaba Beer Shokudo tapped two kegs on 5/9. You can drink from midday on weekends and holidays, so this is one to check out.
MugiWait, it opens at 12:00 noon!? That kind of holiday start is already a win... being able to toast even though it isn't morning is the best!
Hop BroAnd the first one is Nekobeer's single-hop pale ale. Going all in with just Rakau is a pretty clean, focused design.
MugiRakau, what even is that! Can one hop variety really define the flavor that much? At this point it's less a drink and more an experiment...
Hop BroRakau is a New Zealand hop, and the character of the NZ varietal Rakau really comes through. It tends to bring a bit more resinous and fruity character than citrus, which works well in a pale ale.
MugiOh wow! So the 3 Sons beer is basically a 17.5% monster, right? Seeing a number like that means you need to prepare yourself first!
Hop BroExactly, it's a BA imperial stout. Since it's barrel-aged, it picks up aromas from the barrel, making it a rich beer you sip slowly.
MugiBarrel-aged suddenly sounds so cool! But Japan-limited to two kegs makes it feel like a battle for them... that's nerve-racking!
Hop BroAnd by the time of the post, beer No. 4 had already sold out. The taps turn over quickly, so if you find one you're interested in, the right move is to act immediately.
MugiThen in Takadanobaba, the ideal move might be to start with the pale ale, see how it goes, and finish with the stout! The day-drinking flow is already pretty complete!
Hop BroYeah, since sound carries easily inside, it's the kind of place where you toast quietly and stay focused on the beer. This is definitely one that makes you want to go drink there right away.
