Craft Beer in Japan
If you thought Japanese beer meant Asahi, Kirin and Sapporo, think again. In this episode of Al-kee-hol, Yuka Uchida explores the booming business of craft beer in Tokyo. From passion fruit-infused lagers at an urban brewery to unfiltered hand-pumped black ales to microbrews served in a refurbished shipping container, Yuka and her pal Ogi sample enough beer to sink the Japanese Navy.
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Video Summary
AI GeneratedYuka from Vice Japan and Ogi explore Tokyo's vibrant craft beer scene, visiting various breweries and bars. They discuss the legal shifts since 1994 that enabled small-scale brewing and experience a variety of styles, from DIY setups and hand-pumped beers to award-winning porters in shipping containers.