Umegaoka’s Neko no Shukaijo Highlights Its Popular Mochiko Chicken
Tokyo’s craft beer pub Neko no Shukaijo in Umegaoka has highlighted its Mochiko Chicken with Cilantro & Spice Flakes, a repeat-order favorite combining crisp chicken, fresh cilantro, and aromatic spice.
Hop BroAt Umegaoka’s beer pub Neko no Shukaijo, their repeat-order mochi chicken is making waves.
MugiWhat? Mochi chicken? Does that mean it’s chicken stuffed with rice cake?
Hop BroClose! Mochi chicken uses rice flour in the coating. That toasty rice-flour crust wraps juicy chicken.
MugiOhhh, I expected chewy, but it’s crispy! That sounds like a crust made for beer!
Hop BroAnd this version comes with cilantro and spice flakes. Their bright aroma and heat create flavor that keeps unfolding as you eat.
Mugi“Spice flakes” sounds so intense! Are they basically tiny bits of heat?
Hop BroMore or less—crushed spices that add aroma and a little kick. Each bite gets a small flavor twist.
MugiNo way! A flavor roller coaster in one chicken dish! So that’s why it’s so easy to order again!
Hop BroTry it with a crisp lager or a citrusy, tropical IPA. No specific beer was named in the post, but either can be a great match for the aromas.
MugiNeko no Shukaijo has six taps and S, M, and L pours, right? I want to start with a small tasting!
Hop BroExactly—and it’s within walking distance of Umegaoka Station, with takeaway tap beer too. Let’s toast with mochi chicken among the cat-themed décor!
MugiDeal! Cilantro aroma, crispy chicken, and a cold pint… now I want to drink in Umegaoka tonight!
Craft beer and spice food pub Neko no Shukaijo in Umegaoka, Tokyo, has featured its popular Mochiko Chicken with Cilantro & Spice Flakes.
Mochiko chicken is known for its fragrant rice-flour coating and juicy chicken. At Neko no Shukaijo, the dish is finished with fresh cilantro and spice flakes, adding herbal aromas and a gentle kick that develops with every bite. The pub says it is a menu item ordered repeatedly by many guests.
The pub serves a rotating selection of craft beer from Japan and abroad, centered on six taps. Because the lineup changes, guests may encounter different beers from one visit to the next. Draft beer is available in three sizes: S, 150 ml; M, 250 ml; and L, 450 ml. The smaller pour is useful for tasting several beers before choosing a larger serving, and draft beer can also be taken away.
The aromatic chicken should pair well with a crisp lager or a citrus- and tropical-forward IPA: the beer can refresh the palate while complementing the dish’s fried texture, cilantro, and spices. The source post does not identify a specific beer or brewery.
Located at 1-22-12 Umegaoka, Setagaya, Neko no Shukaijo offers counter and table seating in a relaxed, cat-themed setting. It is a natural stop for anyone looking to combine rotating craft beer with distinctive spice-focused food near Umegaoka Station.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Umegaoka’s beer pub Neko no Shukaijo, their repeat-order mochi chicken is making waves.
MugiWhat? Mochi chicken? Does that mean it’s chicken stuffed with rice cake?
Hop BroClose! Mochi chicken uses rice flour in the coating. That toasty rice-flour crust wraps juicy chicken.
MugiOhhh, I expected chewy, but it’s crispy! That sounds like a crust made for beer!
Hop BroAnd this version comes with cilantro and spice flakes. Their bright aroma and heat create flavor that keeps unfolding as you eat.
Mugi“Spice flakes” sounds so intense! Are they basically tiny bits of heat?
Hop BroMore or less—crushed spices that add aroma and a little kick. Each bite gets a small flavor twist.
MugiNo way! A flavor roller coaster in one chicken dish! So that’s why it’s so easy to order again!
Hop BroTry it with a crisp lager or a citrusy, tropical IPA. No specific beer was named in the post, but either can be a great match for the aromas.
MugiNeko no Shukaijo has six taps and S, M, and L pours, right? I want to start with a small tasting!
Hop BroExactly—and it’s within walking distance of Umegaoka Station, with takeaway tap beer too. Let’s toast with mochi chicken among the cat-themed décor!
MugiDeal! Cilantro aroma, crispy chicken, and a cold pint… now I want to drink in Umegaoka tonight!
