The flavor of the chili does not overwhelm the Pale Ale. It can be sampled only at the Minoh Brewery warehouse or Beer Belly. Pairing it with spicy food is recommended. Something to keep in mind when ordering a snack at the bar.

Minoh Sansho Pale Ale. I never managed to keep my glass full long enough to get a picture of a whole beer

Half Pint ¥520 / 4.75 USD, Pint ¥830 / USD 7.60, UK Pint ¥930 / USD 8.50



Beer Belly is located in the Tenma market just a short walk from the JR Tenma station or the Tenjimbashisuji Rokuchōme Station via the Osaka subway Sakaisuji line.

Bartenders and chefs join forces at Smoke House Ape

Smoke House Ape

https://smokehouseape.com/

This cozy tucked away spot is a tiny bar cluttered with an assortment of toys and other stuff. Making it reminiscent of drinking beer at your stoner friends house in college. Smoke House Ape does not brew beer, but they do keep an assortment of craft beers in rotation on their 10-taps.

Bar snacks at Smoke House Ape

Most were from Japan when we were there. Those who want to get their Ape on can check out their larger sister bar, Yellow Ape Craft. Located in Kitahama, Osaka, Yellow Ape keeps their 20 taps flowing with a rotating selection for more beer and good times.

Kampai!

Both Ape bars update their websites regularly if you would like to check to see what is on tap. Of the beers I sampled at Smoke House Ape I have to say the Cabernet Ale by Minoh the most creative. This brilliant concoction does weigh in with a 7% ABV, so tread lightly.

Arrive early to beat the crowds for a seat at Kamikaze

Subway lines near Smoke House include the Midosuji line, Yotsubashi line and Yamatoji line, which is the closest.

Craft Beer Works Kamikaze

http://www.cbw-kamikaze.com

Kamikaze is a non-smoking bar with over 20 beers on tap. They do offer sampling flights and rotate their offerings regularly. Many of the beers are domestic, but they do have some from other parts of the world as well, so you can send your taste buds traveling without ever leaving your bar stool.

Wall of Taps Kamikaze

I was only here for about an hour, but my early arrival was lucky, because by 5:30 pm the place was full with even more butts waiting to squeeze in and find a seat.

Kamikaze flight

200ml ¥500 / USD 4.60, 284ml ¥600 / USD 5.50, 425ml (American Pint) ¥1000 / USD 9.15