Sakura Taps Opens Collaboration Beer "Unexpected" on the Second Day of Its 11th Anniversary Week
On April 2, Sakura Taps in Yokohama's Yoshida-machi marked the second day of its 11th anniversary week and newly tapped the collaboration beer "Unexpected" by Sakura Smoked Workshop and 254 BeeR. Eight beers were on tap, along with limited food and special anniversary menu items.
Hop BroToday, Sakura Taps in Yokohama's Yoshida-machi is buzzing on the second day of its 11th anniversary week. The new release is Unexpected, a collaboration between Sakura Smoked Workshop and 254 BeeR.
MugiWhoa, the name Unexpected already has me curious! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe base is a Belgian Tripel, with fresh Shiranui citrus peel added. In other words, it's designed so the brightness of a Belgian Tripel is lifted by citrus peel.
MugiBelgian Tripel, what is that, a spell!? I only got that it's a fragrant, fancy kind of beer!
Hop BroPut simply, it's a stronger Belgian-style beer with a solid alcohol presence and plenty of aroma. With the Shiranui peel, scents like banana and pear really start to bloom.
MugiWow! And if you get orange and melon too, it sounds like the aroma alone could win!
Hop BroThere are eight beers on tap that day, and the lineup has a nice balance of local character and collaboration spirit. It's fun to see a full set of eight taps like Bon Voyage! Bonsai Pale Ale and Yoshidacho Helles 2026 lined up together.
MugiWait, and there are also three kinds of smoked seafood? That's already a lot before even drinking!
Hop BroThe lineup of cold-smoked red sea bream, hot-smoked scallops, and firefly squid marinated in smoked oil is excellent. It pairs well with the lingering aroma, and the three smoked seafood items should go really well with Unexpected's citrus notes.
MugiAnd there's currywurst, rich strawberry cheesecake, and pumpkin pudding too, right? The anniversary special menu is so serious that my stomach started celebrating first!
Hop BroExactly. What makes Sakura Taps feel like Sakura Taps is being able to slowly enjoy food and beer layered together. Today is definitely a perfect day for tasting side by side, so I want to start with the first glass and decide from there.
Tap List for 4/2
Sakura Taps opened at 3:00 p.m. and closed at 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 2. Located on the second floor of Noraneko Street in Yokohama's Yoshida-machi, it welcomed the second day of its 11th anniversary week. The new tap for the day was `Unexpected`, a collaboration between Sakura Smoked Workshop and 254 BeeR in Hakuraku, Yokohama. Built on a Belgian Tripel base and paired with fresh Shiranui citrus peel, the beer is said to bring aromas reminiscent of banana and pear, with layers of orange and melon nuances.
Today's Draft Beers
- Bon Voyage! Bonsai Pale Ale / Kamado Brewery
- 🌸Yoshidacho Helles 2026 / 🌸Sakura Taps x Numazu Craft
- Keiyo Kölsch / Shiokaze Blue Lab
- Kaion Beer / Barbaric Works x Kaion
- Bulbul / Inkhorn Brewing x Vertere
- Sakura / Sankt Gallen
- Unexpected / Sakura Smoked Workshop x 254 BeeR
- Tsuyoki no, Nama. / NAMACHAn Brewing
That day, a limited assorted plate of three smoked seafood items was also available. It featured cold-smoked red sea bream, hot-smoked scallops, and firefly squid marinated in smoked oil, arranged on one plate for easy pairing while following the beer's aromas. In addition, currywurst, rich strawberry cheesecake, and pumpkin pudding continued to be served as special 11th anniversary menu items. The tap lineup was notable for its well-balanced mix of in-house brewing, local breweries, and collaboration beers, making it a day made for taking your time with food and beer side by side.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, Sakura Taps in Yokohama's Yoshida-machi is buzzing on the second day of its 11th anniversary week. The new release is Unexpected, a collaboration between Sakura Smoked Workshop and 254 BeeR.
MugiWhoa, the name Unexpected already has me curious! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe base is a Belgian Tripel, with fresh Shiranui citrus peel added. In other words, it's designed so the brightness of a Belgian Tripel is lifted by citrus peel.
MugiBelgian Tripel, what is that, a spell!? I only got that it's a fragrant, fancy kind of beer!
Hop BroPut simply, it's a stronger Belgian-style beer with a solid alcohol presence and plenty of aroma. With the Shiranui peel, scents like banana and pear really start to bloom.
MugiWow! And if you get orange and melon too, it sounds like the aroma alone could win!
Hop BroThere are eight beers on tap that day, and the lineup has a nice balance of local character and collaboration spirit. It's fun to see a full set of eight taps like Bon Voyage! Bonsai Pale Ale and Yoshidacho Helles 2026 lined up together.
MugiWait, and there are also three kinds of smoked seafood? That's already a lot before even drinking!
Hop BroThe lineup of cold-smoked red sea bream, hot-smoked scallops, and firefly squid marinated in smoked oil is excellent. It pairs well with the lingering aroma, and the three smoked seafood items should go really well with Unexpected's citrus notes.
MugiAnd there's currywurst, rich strawberry cheesecake, and pumpkin pudding too, right? The anniversary special menu is so serious that my stomach started celebrating first!
Hop BroExactly. What makes Sakura Taps feel like Sakura Taps is being able to slowly enjoy food and beer layered together. Today is definitely a perfect day for tasting side by side, so I want to start with the first glass and decide from there.
