The Second Batch of Shiga Kogen Beer's "Yamabushi" Arrives at "Neko no Shukaisho" in Umegaoka
The second batch of the large-bottle series "Yamabushi" from Shiga Kogen Beer / Tamamura Honten has arrived at the craft beer & spice food spot "Neko no Shukaisho" in Umegaoka. The lineup includes Ichi, Ni, b3 miyama, OSGN, and taro, making it a selection you can enjoy both on-site and to go.
Hop BroThe second batch of Yamabushi has arrived at Neko no Shukaisho in Umegaoka. It’s the large-bottle series from Shiga Kogen Beer / Tamamura Honten, and the bottles have a really strong sense of character this time too.
MugiWait! You can compare different Yamabushi beers from the same series? Does just changing the bottle really make that much of a difference?
Hop BroIt does. This time the lineup is Ichi, Ni, b3 miyama, OSGN, and taro, with Ichi and Ni as simple saisons, and then the character branching out from there.
MugiI kind of get saison, but what is Brett? This is suddenly starting to feel like science class!
Hop BroBrett is a type of wild yeast. b3 miyama uses sake rice and Brett, so it tends to come across as dry and crisp.
MugiOhhh! So it’s beer made with sake rice? The world of alcohol is so free that it’s making my head spin a little!
Hop BroThat freedom is what makes it interesting. OSGN is a collaboration with OXBOW, using a mixed culture of wild yeast, and taro is a collaboration with Minoh Beer, barrel-aged with peaches.
MugiThat sounds luxurious! Peaches and barrel aging already sounds delicious just imagining the aroma!
Hop BroAnd the taps inside the shop are strong too. They’ve got Ao Oni Pilsner and SNOW MONKEY IPA, plus sour, Rauchbock, and hard cider, so the nice thing is you can pick based on your mood.
MugiWhat, the tap list is packed too? Light saison today, sour next, then IPA after that - it sounds like an endless loop!
Hop BroExactly. Since you can enjoy it in the shop or take it home, the best move is to pick up a bottle at Neko no Shukaisho first, then spend some time with Yamabushi at home.
MugiI’ve decided! It’s the kind of beer that’s fun just to look at the bottles, and even more fun once you drink it. Now I’m in the mood to have a pint in Umegaoka!
The Second Batch of "Yamabushi" at "Neko no Shukaisho" in Umegaoka
The second batch of "Yamabushi," the large-bottle series created by Shiga Kogen Beer / Tamamura Honten, has arrived at the beer pub and craft beer & spice food spot "Neko no Shukaisho" in Umegaoka, Setagaya, Tokyo. The bottles that came in this time are different from the last shipment, making this a lineup that invites you to compare how the same series can express different personalities in the glass.
The bottles on display this time are the staples "Ichi" and "Ni," plus "b3 miyama," "OSGN," and "taro."
- "Ichi" and "Ni" are simple saisons
- "b3 miyama" is a dry style made with sake rice and Brett
- "OSGN" is a collaboration with OXBOW, using a mixed culture of wild yeast
- "taro" is a collaboration with Minoh Beer, aged in wooden barrels with peaches
Each has a clearly defined character, which is very much what makes "Yamabushi" more than just another "limited bottle." The post also highlights the presence of the bottles, with their special stickers shining, making even just looking at the shelf enjoyable.
The taps inside the shop also feature beers that beer lovers will want to check out. As of the time of publication, the lineup included Oni Densetsu's "Ao Oni Pilsner," Green Neighbours' "SOUR," Pirono Beer's "Pirono Saison," BAEREN's "Onmenburoi," Shiga Kogen's "SNOW MONKEY IPA," and Faló's "OBAKE," among others. The appeal is the wide range, from IPA and saison to sour, Rauchbock, and hard cider, making it easy to choose according to your mood.
"Neko no Shukaisho" is a Umegaoka spot centered on craft beer and spice food. You can drink in the shop, of course, but you can also buy bottles to take home, which makes it a good match for a series like Yamabushi that deserves to be savored slowly. It's a place that's easy to use whether you're pairing beer with food or looking for a bottle to enjoy quietly at home.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe second batch of Yamabushi has arrived at Neko no Shukaisho in Umegaoka. It’s the large-bottle series from Shiga Kogen Beer / Tamamura Honten, and the bottles have a really strong sense of character this time too.
MugiWait! You can compare different Yamabushi beers from the same series? Does just changing the bottle really make that much of a difference?
Hop BroIt does. This time the lineup is Ichi, Ni, b3 miyama, OSGN, and taro, with Ichi and Ni as simple saisons, and then the character branching out from there.
MugiI kind of get saison, but what is Brett? This is suddenly starting to feel like science class!
Hop BroBrett is a type of wild yeast. b3 miyama uses sake rice and Brett, so it tends to come across as dry and crisp.
MugiOhhh! So it’s beer made with sake rice? The world of alcohol is so free that it’s making my head spin a little!
Hop BroThat freedom is what makes it interesting. OSGN is a collaboration with OXBOW, using a mixed culture of wild yeast, and taro is a collaboration with Minoh Beer, barrel-aged with peaches.
MugiThat sounds luxurious! Peaches and barrel aging already sounds delicious just imagining the aroma!
Hop BroAnd the taps inside the shop are strong too. They’ve got Ao Oni Pilsner and SNOW MONKEY IPA, plus sour, Rauchbock, and hard cider, so the nice thing is you can pick based on your mood.
MugiWhat, the tap list is packed too? Light saison today, sour next, then IPA after that - it sounds like an endless loop!
Hop BroExactly. Since you can enjoy it in the shop or take it home, the best move is to pick up a bottle at Neko no Shukaisho first, then spend some time with Yamabushi at home.
MugiI’ve decided! It’s the kind of beer that’s fun just to look at the bottles, and even more fun once you drink it. Now I’m in the mood to have a pint in Umegaoka!
