Matsumoto Brewery TTO at CIDER SHACK in Shibuya, with the Head Brewer Visiting on March 21
A tap takeover by Matsumoto Brewery is planned for Saturday, March 21, at CIDER SHACK, the beer pub in Higashi, Shibuya. The event is being presented as welcoming first-timers, and it looks set to be a day where you can enjoy Matsumoto Brewery beers in a tasting-comparison style.
Hop BroThe Matsumoto Brewery TTO at CIDER SHACK in Shibuya on March 21 is an event you really can't miss!
MugiWait, in Shibuya? And it says "first-timers welcome" too, which makes it feel so reassuring!
Hop BroRight, it's a tap takeover where the taps inside the bar are filled with Matsumoto Brewery, so you can enjoy it like a tasting session.
MugiWhat does that mean exactly, filling the taps inside the bar?!
Hop BroSimply put, for that day the bar's taps will basically be a Matsumoto Brewery festival, meaning the place becomes a one-day-only brewery setup.
MugiOh wow! So you can try different beer names and styles, like a tasting comparison!
Hop BroExactly. The lineup will be announced gradually up until the day, but the point is that you can follow Matsumoto Brewery's wide range of styles.
MugiAnd the head brewer Katsuyama is coming too? Being able to talk directly with the brewer is huge!
Hop BroThat's the exciting part. You can drink while hearing about the recipe intent and background, and with food pairings also under consideration, it's a hands-on beer event.
MugiCIDER SHACK at 1-27-9 Higashi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, March 21 is locked in! Now I'm just in the mood for a drink right away!
The beer pub CIDER SHACK in Higashi, Shibuya Ward, will hold Matsumoto Brewery TAP TAKEOVER on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The shop's Instagram post clearly says, "First-timers welcome," making it an easy-to-join event not only for people already familiar with craft beer, but also for those who want to broaden their horizons.
A tap takeover is an event where the taps inside the bar are dedicated to a specific brewery. On the day of the event, CIDER SHACK's taps are expected to feature beers from Matsumoto Brewery in Matsumoto, Nagano. The post emphasizes that visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of Matsumoto Brewery beers in a tasting-comparison style.
Also drawing attention is the planned visit by Head Brewer Katsuyama. Having the chance to drink while hearing directly from the brewer is valuable for learning the background of each label and the intent behind the recipes. The lineup of beers will be announced gradually up until the day of the event, so it will be worth checking for updates in advance.
On the food side, the venue says it is currently considering pairing foods to match Matsumoto Brewery's beers. CIDER SHACK has an easygoing atmosphere that makes it approachable for solo drinkers, and it is also easy to add to a bar-hopping outing with friends. If you want to experience a day in Shibuya where brewers and drinkers feel close together, this is an event worth putting on your list.
- Venue: CIDER SHACK (1F, Okuyama Building, 1-27-9 Higashi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
- Event: Matsumoto Brewery TAP TAKEOVER
- Date: Saturday, March 21
- Notes: Beer lineup to be announced gradually up until the day of the event
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Matsumoto Brewery TTO at CIDER SHACK in Shibuya on March 21 is an event you really can't miss!
MugiWait, in Shibuya? And it says "first-timers welcome" too, which makes it feel so reassuring!
Hop BroRight, it's a tap takeover where the taps inside the bar are filled with Matsumoto Brewery, so you can enjoy it like a tasting session.
MugiWhat does that mean exactly, filling the taps inside the bar?!
Hop BroSimply put, for that day the bar's taps will basically be a Matsumoto Brewery festival, meaning the place becomes a one-day-only brewery setup.
MugiOh wow! So you can try different beer names and styles, like a tasting comparison!
Hop BroExactly. The lineup will be announced gradually up until the day, but the point is that you can follow Matsumoto Brewery's wide range of styles.
MugiAnd the head brewer Katsuyama is coming too? Being able to talk directly with the brewer is huge!
Hop BroThat's the exciting part. You can drink while hearing about the recipe intent and background, and with food pairings also under consideration, it's a hands-on beer event.
MugiCIDER SHACK at 1-27-9 Higashi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, March 21 is locked in! Now I'm just in the mood for a drink right away!
