Hinomoto Brewing & Beer Stand updates its 10 taps, from Belgian styles to sours
Hinomoto Brewing & Beer Stand in Honkomagome, Tokyo announced a 10-tap lineup for its Sunday, May 17, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. service. The selection offers a wide range of Japanese craft beer, including Belgian IPA, Kölsch, imperial stout, and sour saison.
Hop BroToday’s highlight is Hinomoto Brewing & Beer Stand in Honkomagome, Tokyo. On the May 17 (Sunday) service, they’re refreshing 10 taps, lining up everything from Belgian styles to sours, so there’s a lot to drink through.
MugiWhoa! A 10-tap refresh? That’s all changing at once? I’m having a happy scream because I don’t even know where to start!
Hop BroWhat you want to lock onto first is the breadth of the Belgian styles. Sunny Side Mashup IPA, White Sheep Ale #4, and Kurotobi Imperial all play with yeast-driven aromas, but each has a clearly different direction.
MugiBelgian styles are so vague to me! Do yeast aromas really make that much difference?
Hop BroThey really do. For example, today’s new release Pee-Pee-Pee is a pale ale brewed with yeast derived from a Norwegian farmhouse ale. It has an orange-like aroma, coriander-like nuances, and a gentle tartness.
MugiWait, beer can smell like coriander? And it’s a pale ale, but somehow it’s way too stylish!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: the appeal is that it balances lightness and drinkability. The aroma is bright, but it goes down smoothly, so it’s a good first beer too.
MugiThen I might want to start with Shinmei Kölsch! A crisp one to warm up with, then moving on to Hazy IPA and sours sounds so fun!
Hop BroThat flow works. If you go from Kölsch to Hazy, the contrast becomes really clear, from a transparent, lager-leaning drinkability to distinctive beers like Saburo Hazy and Yunosu Saison.
MugiAnd they even have a potato chip hot dog? That’s cheating! Beer alone is fun enough, but once snacks get involved, there’s no stopping!
Hop BroIt’s easy to use too, with weekdays from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., and I love the commitment to Japanese craft beer only. Today makes me want to take my time and compare beers while chasing Belgian aromas.
MugiYeah, I want to go! It’s such a perfect day for tasting, and I want to hop between Belgian styles and sours, then finish with a potato chip hot dog!
The brewpub Hinomoto Brewing & Beer Stand in Honkomagome, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo announced its service details for Sunday, May 17, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. It is open every day except Wednesday, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on weekdays and from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends and holidays, making it easy to stop by after work or for a weekend drink.
That day’s tap list totals 10 beers. While Belgian styles are at the core, the lineup ranges from lager, hazy, and sour to bitter, making it a set where you can compare different brewing approaches as you drink. In particular, the new release "Pee-Pee-Pee," described as having orange-like aromas, coriander-like nuances, and a gentle tartness, is a pale ale brewed with yeast derived from a Norwegian farmhouse ale and is presented as a beer that balances lightness and drinkability.
Taps for the Day
- Sunny Side Mashup IPA / Belgian IPA
- Shinmei Kölsch / Kölsch Style Ale
- Kurotobi Imperial / Imperial Belgian stout
- Saburo Hazy / Hazy IPA
- White Sheep Ale #4 / Belgian Hazy IPA
- Sauvin Belgo / American Belgo Style Ale
- Amber Lager / Dry Hopped Amber Lager
- Yunosu Saison / Sour Saison with Yuzu
- Komagome EX Bitter / ESB
- Pee-Pee-Pee / Norwegian Farmhouse Pale Ale
Food is usually limited during regular service, but on this day they are also featuring a potato chip hot dog by guest chef Nanami-chan. Inspired by Yokosuka potato chip bread, it is an original hot dog that adds one more item to the beer-focused stand menu.
Hinomoto Brewing & Beer Stand is also known for serving only Japanese craft beer. Because the tasting lineup has a clear focus, it looks like a day that would be hard to miss for anyone who wants to chase Belgian-style character and yeast-derived aromas.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s highlight is Hinomoto Brewing & Beer Stand in Honkomagome, Tokyo. On the May 17 (Sunday) service, they’re refreshing 10 taps, lining up everything from Belgian styles to sours, so there’s a lot to drink through.
MugiWhoa! A 10-tap refresh? That’s all changing at once? I’m having a happy scream because I don’t even know where to start!
Hop BroWhat you want to lock onto first is the breadth of the Belgian styles. Sunny Side Mashup IPA, White Sheep Ale #4, and Kurotobi Imperial all play with yeast-driven aromas, but each has a clearly different direction.
MugiBelgian styles are so vague to me! Do yeast aromas really make that much difference?
Hop BroThey really do. For example, today’s new release Pee-Pee-Pee is a pale ale brewed with yeast derived from a Norwegian farmhouse ale. It has an orange-like aroma, coriander-like nuances, and a gentle tartness.
MugiWait, beer can smell like coriander? And it’s a pale ale, but somehow it’s way too stylish!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: the appeal is that it balances lightness and drinkability. The aroma is bright, but it goes down smoothly, so it’s a good first beer too.
MugiThen I might want to start with Shinmei Kölsch! A crisp one to warm up with, then moving on to Hazy IPA and sours sounds so fun!
Hop BroThat flow works. If you go from Kölsch to Hazy, the contrast becomes really clear, from a transparent, lager-leaning drinkability to distinctive beers like Saburo Hazy and Yunosu Saison.
MugiAnd they even have a potato chip hot dog? That’s cheating! Beer alone is fun enough, but once snacks get involved, there’s no stopping!
Hop BroIt’s easy to use too, with weekdays from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., and I love the commitment to Japanese craft beer only. Today makes me want to take my time and compare beers while chasing Belgian aromas.
MugiYeah, I want to go! It’s such a perfect day for tasting, and I want to hop between Belgian styles and sours, then finish with a potato chip hot dog!
