2017 marks the 350th anniversary of the Yoshidamachi area of Yokohama. We thought it would be a good time to introduce this neighborhood located right around the corner from our office. You may even run into our staff there on any given night of the week. Originally a field of rice paddies built on reclaimed…
When the opportunity to study whiskey and beer pairings last year presented itself, I didn’t hesitate to seize the moment. It was particularly enjoyable research (actually still ongoing!) and also a stimulating lesson for the taste buds. Perhaps you are like me, with a palate more attuned to beer. During the week, it’s probably more…
Baird Beer’s Bashamichi Taproom and the Japan Beer Times are hosting a special event this weekend to celebrate the release of three special beers: Ivanhoe Pale Ale, Gargoyle Pale Ale, and Dual Hop Session Red Ale. The first two beers are single-hopped with two rare hop varieties from California (Ivanhoe and Gargoyle), but use the…
by Brian Kowalczyk Both craft beer and fine whiskey share an origin in malt. More likely than not, fans of one are fans of the other. The grains grew up together, went to the same maltster, and then parted ways. Of late, reuniting the long lost brothers has become increasingly popular. Recently I attended an…
The powder is falling, the beer is calling. Recreational winter sports followed by beer with friends is a special treat of the season. Unfortunately, there aren’t so many winter resort businesses in Japan that offer a good selection for craft beer enthusiasts. One came to our attention recently, however, that is definitely worth highlighting: Tap…
