Asakusa Beer Kobo — Restaurant in Tokyo

Fantastic bar owned by an Englishman who brews his own ale right behind the bar. If you want a 'true' pint that doesn't contain three inches of foam on top than get along here where the ale is poured right to the very top of the glass. Don't forget to pick up your stamp card as it makes a great souvenir but also helps towards getting a free pint on any future trips you may take to Japan. Made friends with the bar man and one of the regulars who between them worked out what my name would be written in Kanji. Will be one of my first places to visit on...

This is my 4th Beer Kobo location visited; and this could be my favourite!

Downstairs is brewing and banter. I sat here as there was only one of me but for crews and views there’s an upstairs area.

I had the daikon cream cheese and crackers as a snack, whilst I consumed a couple of beers. The Mt. Fuji Fresh Hop Pale Ale (from Koenji beer factory) was the standout - uses chinook hops for refreshing bitterness.

The location here within the heart of Asakusa, less than 10 mins walk to Senso-ji is superb, so there is plenty to do after you’ e...

As a Canadian who is into the craft brewery scene it's nice to see craft breweries in Japan. The beer offered here is decent. I had the porter and it was good. Nice hints of chocolate and coffee. The only thing about craft beers in Japan is they are pricey. The standard lagers brewed by the large breweries can be had for cheap in Japan. However, it's still worth a try as the tasting room has decent food and the atmosphere was...