Pintology is, without question, my favourite non-taproom “bar” bar in all of the sprawling Megalopolis that is Tokyo. It’s the place I recommend to others most often, especially visitors to Japan who happen to be staying in the Shinjuku area, because Pintology is only a train stop away (at Sasazuka Station on either the Keio […]
Cider Shack celebrated their 5th year anniversary this summer, which is quite an accomplishment considering they got a not-so auspicious start in the beginning of Covid. Just a ten-minute walk east of Shibuya Station on the main street (Meiji-dori), Cider Shack is very much worth the jaunt if only to get away from the maddening
Conveniently located on the northwest corner of the Miyamasuzaka intersection across from Shibuya Station, the British Shop is a quick and easy go-to for any in town cider cravings. They stock a sound selection of Aspall Cyders at very reasonable prices, but could very well break your bank as they also offer a gobsmacking selection
Matsumoto City in Nagano Prefecture is famous for a great many things: hot springs with breathtaking mountain views, hiking in the Japanese Alps, soba (buckwheat noodles) and wasabi (Japanese horseradish), and various museums and historical sites, including its most famous tourist destination, Matsumotojo (Matsumoto Castle). It is a city that is well-known for its ties
Tokyo’s first legitimate cider bar, Cidernaut, opened to great fanfare in March of 2020. One month later, however, as the coronavirus pandemic scare escalated into a nationwide state of emergency being declared, Cidernaut, like many other bars and restaurants across Japan, was forced to close their doors until June. It is a small miracle that
In the residential suburb of Komae, Tokyo, on a corner about a ten minute walk from the station, is a light pink building with large glass windows welcoming passersby to stop and look in. Those who do are treated to the sight of a brightly lit refrigerator stocked with craft beer and cider for sale,
Shimokitazawa has long been famous as Tokyo’s quintessential neighbourhood of laid back vibes and bohemian cool and is often referred to as the city’ s hippest suburb with its narrow winding streets dotted with eclectic cafés, second-hand clothing stores, vintage record shops, and miscellaneous art galleries, live houses, and bars. But Shimokita, as the locals
Since the beginning, inCiderJapan has always made it a point to only highlight places that we have been to in order to reliably vouch for first hand quality. Having said that, if there was ever a place that we haven’t been yet and are absolutely craving to, then Ringo Sakaba Swingin’ is that place. Opened
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Fans of craft beer in Japan will surely have already heard of and know the name, Yggdrasil Brewing, inspired by the owner’s long-time interest in Viking symbolism. French-born David Gardahaut, more commonly referred to as “Davido Gardamoto”, is well known for his exquisitely crafted beers, love for heavy metal music, and combining them both at
It’s always pleasing to hear of another bar adding cider to its menu, but it’s downright amazing to discover a restaurant that’s devoted its entire theme to cider. Even its name, Sobatoringoto (buckwheat and apples), playfully hints at what you will find upon entering its doors. Located less than a five-minute walk from Mitaka Station
