vivo! in Ikebukuro taps Kyoto Brewing's 'Shuukyu 6 Days' and Inkhorn Brewing's 'Buncho2026'
At vivo! BEER + DINING BAR in Ikebukuro, Kyoto Brewing's 'Shuukyu 6 Days' and Inkhorn Brewing's 'Buncho2026' have been tapped. With 20 draft lines, the pub offers an easy place to compare a citrusy, tropical Belgian session IPA and a clear IPA with berry and sweet orange notes.
Hop Brovivo! near Ikebukuro East Exit just put on two fresh taps. Kyoto Brewing’s "Shin Shukyu 6-nichi" and Inkhorn Brewing’s "Buncho2026" are a lineup worth talking about.
MugiWait, in that basement pub? And 20 draft taps too? I’d stare at the menu like it was a final exam!
Hop BroFirst up, "Shin Shukyu 6-nichi" is a Belgian Session IPA. It brings citrus and tropical hop aroma, and it stays light while keeping a clear hop profile.
MugiHold on, that’s a jargon avalanche! Session? Belgian? My brain just clocked into overtime!
Hop Bro"Session" means easy-drinking, and "Belgian" points to expressive yeast character. So the simple version is light but aromatic, which makes it great with the first half of a meal.
MugiOhhh, so it’s a perfect first glass. That suddenly makes me feel very qualified to order snacks too!
Hop BroThen there’s "Buncho2026," which is a clean IPA. Mosaic hops give it berry-like aroma, plus a sweet-orange kind of citrus note with a crisp finish.
MugiWhat even are Mosaic hops? That sounds less like beer and more like an art class with fruit!
Hop BroThat’s the hop variety name. The aroma shows up very clearly, so it’s easy to compare and catch the berry and sweet orange contrast. Add the meat platter and things get dangerous fast.
MugiAnd vivo! sounds like a tasting paradise. If they’ve also got "42," "Tohoku 6Hop," and "Kiyosato Lager," I want to rush in right when Sunday service starts at 3 p.m.
Hop BroJust check first, because June 8 and June 9 are planned days off. But if they’re open, we need both pours. Let’s start with Shin Shukyu 6-nichi and chase it with Buncho2026.
New taps
At vivo! BEER + DINING BAR, a craft-beer pub tucked under the streets of Ikebukuro East Exit, Kyoto Brewing's "Shin Shuukyu 6 Days" and Inkhorn Brewing's "Buncho2026" have been added to the draft lineup. The pub keeps 20 beers on tap, and on Sundays it opens at 3 p.m., making it a relaxed stop for drinking through a few different styles.
Kyoto Brewing "Shin Shuukyu 6 Days"
This beer is a refreshed version of "Shuukyu 6 Days." The article describes it as a Belgian session IPA with pleasant citrus and tropical hop aroma. It looks like an approachable option with enough hop character to stand out early in a session.
Inkhorn Brewing "Buncho2026"
"Buncho2026" is described as a clear IPA with Mosaic-driven berry-like aroma and a sweet orange citrus impression. It should appeal to drinkers who want a cleaner profile while still keeping a vivid hop aroma.
Other beers on tap
The day's lineup also included vivo!×CYCAD BREWING "42 (forty two)" and "16 (sixteen)", Oni Densetsu "Kinki Pale Ale ADHA-1631 Single Ver.", Be Easy Brewing "Tohoku 6Hop", Inkhorn Brewing "Arotic Tern", Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown "Kiyosato Lager" and "Rock Weizen", plus beers from Minoh Beer, Mugi Zakkoku Kobo Microbrewery, Ushitora Brewery, DevilCraft, TOKYO ALE WORKS, St. James's Gate, and Kirin Brewery.
Food pairing
The shop also noted that its meat platter would still be available for a while, and seasonal dishes are on the menu as well. That makes it a straightforward place to pair food with a sequence of different taps. The shop also mentioned a two-day closure on June 8 and June 9, so checking the business schedule before heading out would be wise.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop Brovivo! near Ikebukuro East Exit just put on two fresh taps. Kyoto Brewing’s "Shin Shukyu 6-nichi" and Inkhorn Brewing’s "Buncho2026" are a lineup worth talking about.
MugiWait, in that basement pub? And 20 draft taps too? I’d stare at the menu like it was a final exam!
Hop BroFirst up, "Shin Shukyu 6-nichi" is a Belgian Session IPA. It brings citrus and tropical hop aroma, and it stays light while keeping a clear hop profile.
MugiHold on, that’s a jargon avalanche! Session? Belgian? My brain just clocked into overtime!
Hop Bro"Session" means easy-drinking, and "Belgian" points to expressive yeast character. So the simple version is light but aromatic, which makes it great with the first half of a meal.
MugiOhhh, so it’s a perfect first glass. That suddenly makes me feel very qualified to order snacks too!
Hop BroThen there’s "Buncho2026," which is a clean IPA. Mosaic hops give it berry-like aroma, plus a sweet-orange kind of citrus note with a crisp finish.
MugiWhat even are Mosaic hops? That sounds less like beer and more like an art class with fruit!
Hop BroThat’s the hop variety name. The aroma shows up very clearly, so it’s easy to compare and catch the berry and sweet orange contrast. Add the meat platter and things get dangerous fast.
MugiAnd vivo! sounds like a tasting paradise. If they’ve also got "42," "Tohoku 6Hop," and "Kiyosato Lager," I want to rush in right when Sunday service starts at 3 p.m.
Hop BroJust check first, because June 8 and June 9 are planned days off. But if they’re open, we need both pours. Let’s start with Shin Shukyu 6-nichi and chase it with Buncho2026.
