Novel Craft Brewing, based in Suginami, Tokyo, shared an Instagram post announcing a 5 p.m. opening. The message tells customers that the taproom will be open as usual from 5 p.m. and adds that burgers will not be served today.

The tap list includes Looper, one of the brewery’s house beers. Looper is presented as the brewery’s flagship saison, with citrus-driven character and aromas that lean toward lemon and peach. It is the kind of beer that can work on its own while also fitting easily alongside food.

The post is a straightforward update, but it also reflects what makes Novel Craft Brewing recognizable: a brewery that keeps its own beers close to the taproom experience. For regulars, it is a simple cue for what is on today. For first-time visitors, it offers a snapshot of the brewery’s everyday rhythm.

Source: Instagram post, Instagram profile