★The trendy exterior features colorful corrugated iron arranged randomly, making it easy to spot near the station. As soon as you enter the store, you will find a counter with 10 types of TAP beers. In the refrigerator at the back, there is a large stock of craft beers from Japan and overseas. Start with a TAP beer at the counter. It seems like there are many foreign beers available. Prices can go over 1000 yen for a 265ml glass, so it's not exactly cheap. I went for the White Ale, as I like wheat beers. ★The homemade snacks are great. From the refrigerator, you can get a pie filled with potato and homemade bacon, both of which can be served warm. You can also find American beers and "Kuri Kuro Beer" by Miyazaki Hideji in the refrigerator. Kuri Kuro Beer has a high alcohol content and can withstand long-term bottle aging, allowing you to enjoy it like aged sake. With so many options, it ends up being a "judging by the label" kind of experience. While it may not be the most cost-effective, it leaves an impression of being a place where you can enjoy new discoveries. Whether you want to have a quick drink and head home or move on to the next bar, it's all good. ⇒More details are available on my blog. https://dream-smileswitch.net/?p=297

BREWDOG is very delicious. On September 22, 2023, I went to Bia Ma in Kitasenju for the first time in decades and had craft beer. Bia Ma is a shop like a taproom with a surprising selection of American, Japanese, and Belgian beers. The first drink was a fruity hazy beer. It was vibrant and easy to drink IPA. I forgot to take a photo. The second drink was a Lambic beer that I haven't seen in a long time. The official name is Cantillon Rose de Gambrinus, named after the beer king Jean Primus. It seems to blend raspberry and cherry beers, but it is elegant without any unnecessary sweetness. When you drink it like other fruit beers, you will be surprised by the difference.

On a hot holiday, I visited a place near Kitasenju Station called "Bia Ma" that I had been curious about for a while. They have a variety of craft beers from around the world that you can purchase to enjoy at home or drink on the spot. I had always wanted to go there. There were so many options to choose from that I was indecisive, but selecting the perfect one while listening to the explanations was a lot of fun. I recommend everyone to try finding their best pick for the day!

There were 10 types of draft beer available, making it enjoyable. The lineup was not only mainstream but also quite unique and interesting. The refrigerated case had a huge variety of beers, so I'm sure you can find your favorite one for sure. It might take a while to find it though... I wonder who would buy a can of beer for four thousand yen. You can drink plenty at a yakitori restaurant.

I used it before the fireworks festival. The variety of craft beers available at the store was plentiful, including canned beer, bottled beer, and draft beer, so I was very satisfied. The store was bustling as it was just before the fireworks. I would definitely like to use it again.

On a hot and humid day in Kita-Senju, the area around the station was crowded and felt suffocating. After finishing work, I visited Bia Ma! I had been to the Kanda branch before, but this was my first time at the Kita-Senju branch. The single-floor store had a stand-up bar feel, with about 10 types of draft beers available at the counter, as well as a variety of canned and bottled beers from around the world in the back of the store, waiting in the fridge. It was overwhelming! For my first drink, I ordered a Shiga Kogen draft beer because I wanted to gulp it down. It was great that it was filled to the brim, but carrying it without spilling was quite a challenge! For my second and third drinks, I went with canned beers. The second drink was SUN COMPASS, a beer made using yeast from Norway, with a fruity and light taste. The third drink was Kin Kan Blond, a beer with a fruity flavor that I chose because it was so hot. As expected, it had a delicious blend of sweetness and acidity from the kumquat. I was very satisfied with the beer! However, the lack of food options was disappointing. The Kanda branch of Bia Ma had a wide variety of food options, so I had that expectation when I visited. But the food here was limited to small appetizers, with each dish being about the size of an izakaya appetizer. My friends and I were quite hungry when we visited, so we ended up feeling unsatisfied and wanting something more substantial to eat. We decided to stop after three drinks. Since it's more of a standing bar with minimal seating, it might be more suited as a second stop for the night. Overall, I think it would be more enjoyable to come after having a light meal beforehand!

There are 10 taps of domestic and international craft beers at this place! The selection of bottled beers is also extensive, making it hard to resist trying them. Today, I had a Weizen from Minoh and a Hazy from Sweden. They were delicious. Thank you for the meal! Bia Ma 050-5456-8679, Yoshio Building, 2-62 Senju, Adachi-ku, Tokyo.

I had a casual drink with friends, chatting while enjoying just one can. It's nice to have this kind of easygoing experience. I like craft beer and prefer IPAs, but I'm not too picky so I often choose based on the label.

It was fun! There is a wide variety of options. I'm not a fan of beer, but I came here to overcome that. Even without knowledge of beer, the staff was kind. The explanations were easy to understand. And the recommendations were good. It's nice that you can easily stop by alone, but next time I want to drink more with friends who can enjoy beer!

Personally, I preferred the second beer. "⑦ The Fiddler" from One Drop Brewing Co. in Australia is a Hazy IPA with an ABV of 5.9%, rated 3.0 stars. "④ Roxbury Hazy IPA" from Urbanaut Brewing Co. in New Zealand is a Hazy IPA with an ABV of 6.0%, rated 3.5 stars. For more detailed beer reviews, check out Instagram @shutin_alcohol_diary.

I went to Bia Ma for the first time to try the Monkish beer that is currently popular in Japan. The first beer I tried was "Quiet Reflection" from Monkish Brewing in California. It was delicious with a rating of 4.0. The next beer was "Foggier Window" also from Monkish Brewing, which had a rating of 3.0. I also tried "Be Bold Start Cold" from Karl Strauss Brewing Company in San Diego, which was a Cold IPA. Lastly, I had "Cremains Smoked Porter" from Bornyard in the USA, which had an ABV of 6.5% and a rating of 4.0. For more detailed beer reviews, please check out my Instagram @shutin_alcohol_diary.

You can easily enjoy beers from around the world, not just Japan! I tried a comparison of two stouts from Setouchi Beer that I didn't know about. Both have a strong bitterness, but are easy to drink with 4.5% and 7% alcohol content, and they have different flavors. Next, I tried the Tokyo White from Saison Beer. It is fruity and perfect for finishing off a meal. I think it would also go well with dessert.

I compared three different drinks! I finished all the drinks except for Japanese beer. They were colorful and had various flavors, which made it enjoyable. If there was a place like this near my house, it could be dangerous. I also enjoyed the deep atmosphere of the standing bar in Kitasenju. I definitely want to come back.

After eating to your heart's content at a yakitori restaurant, head to a craft beer bar for a nightcap! The place to go is "Bia Ma," which boasts the largest selection of craft beers in Japan. This is no surprise, as it is operated by the liquor store company Taniguchi. Beer enthusiasts must visit the famous Bia Ma in Kitasenju, just a 1-minute walk from Kitasenju Station. This standing bar offers over 1,000 types of craft beers from around the world. They serve 8 types of draft beers daily, with a focus on IPAs. The sizes available are Small (265ml), Medium (324ml), and Large (400ml), with prices varying depending on the brand. The lineup changes daily. Snacks are also available, such as bacon and pickles, as well as light dishes like smoked peanuts, which were incredibly delicious! Other options include mixed nuts for 310 yen (tax included) and jerky for 510 yen (tax included). You can freely enjoy craft beers inside the bar while standing. The extensive selection of craft beers in the fridge will leave you spoiled for choice, with beers from Japan, America, Germany, Belgium, and more. You can also purchase cans or bottles for takeout. I was completely satisfied with the tasting set. Thank you for the delicious meal.

A beer bar with over 1,000 different types of beers in a standing style. Most of the beers lined up in the refrigerated case were rare brands that I had never seen before. In addition to the refrigerated case, there were also 10 taps for draft beer. This time, I tried the "Choose Your Beer Flight" where you can try 3 different types. The IPAs and chocolate stouts were delicious, but I especially liked the "Far East Bramble Scramble Sour Ale". The acidity rushed through my brain and left my mouth feeling refreshed. It had a cider-like quality and I could feel the vitamins. This is a place where you can always find something you like if you visit regularly. [Date and Time of Visit] Sunday (Sunny) / 3:20 PM [Queue] None [Service Time] Approximately 2 minutes

This is probably my fifth time at this shop, which is perfect for when you want to enjoy lots of delicious drinks. You can buy beer inside the shop for 200 yen and drink it there, so you can enjoy good beer at cost price. When I was having trouble deciding what to buy, the staff approached me and asked about my preferences. When I mentioned I like fruity drinks, they recommended citrus and yuzu beer, both priced around 600 yen each. I also bought a 100 yen snack to go with the drinks. The citrus beer (orange flavor) was refreshing and very easy to drink, giving off a vibe that would appeal to women. The yuzu beer had a strong yuzu flavor, which was delightful for yuzu lovers. I always enjoy just looking at the packaging in this shop. It would be great if they had longer opening hours, as it would be a perfect way to end the day.

Craft beer shop located right near Kita-Senju Station. They have 10 types of beer on tap and a wide selection of bottled and canned beers at the back of the shop. It's fun just looking at the colorful canned beers. A cold beer after walking in the heat is truly special. Today, I had the IPA beer at number 4 for 1000 yen. The slight bitterness and refreshing aroma helped me forget about my fatigue.

[Nearest station] Kitasenju Station, 2 minutes on foot [Visit time] Saturday, around 5:00 PM [Regular holiday] None [Reservation] Not required [Waiting time] None [Number of users] 2 people [Budget] 1000-2000 yen [Order content] Oni Densetsu Akaki Red Ale R 1000 yen Mino Papa Zaru Lager R 1000 yen [Payment method] Card not accepted, electronic money accepted, QR code payment not available [Overview] Just a 1-minute walk from the west exit of Kitasenju Station, you will find a narrow alley that suddenly appears. This is the "Drinking Alley," loved by sake enthusiasts for a long time, lined with historic famous shops and many izakayas. When you're wondering where to drink in Kitasenju, you're sure to find the perfect place in the vicinity of the west exit where this alley is located. Right by entering the "Drinking Alley," you will find a craft beer specialty shop where you can encounter a fateful drink, "Beer Ma Kitasenju." This stylish beer bar offers a standing style with over 1000 types of beer. There seems to be a sister store in Kanda as well! When you enter the store, you will see 10 types of TAP beer on the counter and a large number of Japanese and foreign beers stored in the back refrigerator. There were many rare craft beers from countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Belgium. I would like to pursue my favorite drink someday! You can stop by for a quick drink or even take out. Highly recommended shop! [Report] (Left) Oni Densetsu Akaki Red Ale R 1000 yen (Right) Mino Papa Zaru Lager R 1000 yen Coffee? Oolong High? No, it's beer. Both are surprisingly easy to drink despite their appearance. R: 400ml, be careful as the amount is quite large and may overflow! lol Thank you for the meal!

Now, this is a bright and stylish counter shop that doesn't quite fit the streetscape of Senju. The white walls are adorned with numerous signs (or rather graffiti?), among which stands out the signature of Kenichi Nagira. It's quite skillful, haha. This is a craft beer shop, with a vast array of craft beers from around the world displayed in the showcase in addition to the TAP. You'll just have to judge by the label here. Since it was my first time here, I ordered a TAP beer. And Baby Star as a snack. Craft beers truly leave a lingering bitterness in your throat, it's the best. In that moment, you might think, "Oh, I can never drink cheap beer again." But well, the next day you might find yourself opening a cheap beer, haha. It's a very nice place to drop by, with a good balance of distance from the shop. I don't think I can conquer all the brands in the store, but it's a place I'd like to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

When I walked down a small alley in Kita-Senju, I found a place with countless varieties of beer that I couldn't even drink. I decided to meet up with a friend who lives in Kita-Senju and hasn't seen in a while to have a drink together. The place he guided me to was a shop I had bookmarked for over two years. As I opened the sliding door at the entrance, I entered a standing bar area with concrete walls and tables protruding out. Each section was separated by acrylic dividers, and as I walked further inside, I reached a space with wooden floors and refrigerated cases similar to a convenience store drink section. The cases were filled with various craft beers from not only Japan but also different regions. Although I'm not knowledgeable about beer, it seemed like they had a variety of types such as ale, pilsner, and stout. The Japanese beers had labels with a lot of text, using three colors with a logo or large text in the middle, but there were also colorful and pop designs. I forgot to take photos, but it was the first time I felt like doing a "label purchase" for beer. There were even bottles packed like champagne, enjoyed by regular customers in wine glasses. I was also intrigued by the colorful cans in the back, but as someone who didn't know much, I opted for a beer flight (¥1,500 including tax) to taste a variety. I chose three types from the menu and added a cheese platter (¥400 including tax), paying with PayPay. When my name was called, I received three mini glasses in a wooden frame. They were diverse just by their colors. The three types I chose this time were as follows: - Harland Azacca Citra Hazy IPA: The name is a bit confusing except for the last three letters. The appearance and initial taste were soft, similar to White Ales like Shirahonoka or Hoegaarden, but it had a crisp bitterness typical of IPAs. It had an interesting charm as a "tsundere-type" drink. - Belching Beaver Sensation Peppermint Stout: A dark stout with a strong aroma, except for the last letters, which was intriguing. It had a noticeable scent due to being a stout, but the viscosity was low, and it had a light mouthfeel. The peppermint aroma came in at the end. The spicy aftertaste seemed to go well with cheese. - Commonwealth Fuyu Collins Sour Ale: It was more cloudy than the usual pilsner I drink. The first impression was a sharp ale sensation, but then a lemon-like acidity hit the back of the tongue. The lingering acidity and bitterness made me want to drink it alone rather than with other food, almost like a chaser with water. I enjoyed drinking with my friend, sharing beef jerky, and that was it for this time. I returned the glasses and opened the sliding door to leave. I finally visited the beer stand in Kita-Senju that I had been curious about for a while. I enjoyed various beers easily. Next time, I want to enjoy "label purchases" of various beers. Thank you for the meal.

There are many canned beers for sale inside the store, and you can stand and drink inside for 200 yen. In Kita-Senju, there are many delicious takeout restaurants, so for an additional 200 yen, you can enjoy a cost-effective evening drink with delicious beer. There are hardly any snacks inside the store, so bringing your own is recommended.