Osaka Beer Guide! 8 Great Places to Drink Craft Beer in Osaka (2025) #brewpub #taproom #osaka

Osaka Beer Guide! 8 Great Places to Drink Craft Beer in Osaka (2025) #brewpub #taproom #osaka

Welcome to Osaka. This city is known for 
its energetic and outgoing residents, eclectic cityscape and crazy number of places to eat and drink. But if you’re in the mood for craft beer and maybe want to try something locally brewed, you’ll have to look a little harder to find it. But don’t worry, there are some great places to drink craft beer in Osaka. [Music] Here’s a list of my personal favorites. Number one: Brewpub Tetard Vallee, a neighborhood micro-brewery bistro located near Osaka Castle. This place has friendly and casual atmosphere, 
good food and very reasonably priced beer. The brewing is done on site, and you 
can see right into the brew room from the bar counter. And since most of 
the staff are also the brewers feel free to compliment them directly on their work. I tried a few tasty beers while I was there but the standout was their Dark Saison, brewed by… this guy! [Music] The food is more bistro than pub quality 
and everything is prepared with a Japanese attention to detail and is visually appealing as well as tasty. I should mention that if you arrive at lunchtime you have to order food with your beer. So you can’t just pop in at 1 p.m. for a pint. Well you can, but you’d be forced to order some tasty food with your reasonably priced and lovingly brewed beer. I did, and I didn’t regret it. [Music] Number two, Brew Pub Center Point. 
Another neighborhood micro-brew joint with a very similar setup to Tetard Vallee. Not 
a coincidence since the two places are actually affiliated but run independently with different 
brewing operations and menus. And atmosphere. [Music] Center Point definitely has a more casual feeling. To me it felt more American than Japanese Well, maybe it was partly because they 
were playing the Chili Peppers when I walked in. But this place has a kind of make yourself at 
home vibe that is quite refreshing in Japan. To order food you, go back to the counter by the entrance. The choices are basically barbecued meat 
or side dishes like pickles or fries, and like with the beer you just pay when you order. Nothing fancy, just simple and good quality. The brewing is done on site here 
too, and you can see right into the brew room. And I should mention the beer 
prices are very reasonable here as well. Of the beer I tried while I was there, their Double Red IPA was particularly tasty. This would be an easy place to spend an afternoon. [Music] Number three: Beer Belly Temma, Minoh Beer. You can’t talk about beer in Osaka without 
mention of Minoh. The original brewery in the region, Minoh Beer was started back 
in 1996 by the legendary Masaji Oshita, known locally as “the Godfather of beer”. Today 
the brewery is run by Masaji’s three daughters, and has continued to grow and improve in quality and reputation. This location, Beer Belly Temma, features a lively atmosphere in the heart of Temma’s busy hospitality district. This place has the casual relaxed atmosphere 
of a classic neighborhood pub. The food is typical pub fare at reasonable prices and 
everything I’ve tried here has been good. I should mention though that they don’t open until 3:00 p.m. on the weekends so it’s not the best option for lunch. [Music] As for the beer, Minoh focuses mainly on traditional beer styles, done well. But always features a few interesting seasonal brews as well. They are also the only Japanese brewery 
that I know of that has Real Ale as a part of their regular lineup. Two of their 
most popular beers, their W-IPA and Stout, are available in this silky smooth naturally 
carbonated style in addition to the standard form. If you’ve never had a Real Ale before this could be a good place to try it. Beer Belly Temma is a great spot but for the full Minoh experience, I 
highly recommend heading up to the town of Minoh, about 30 minutes train ride from Osaka-Umeda station. Nestled in the mountains to the north of Osaka, the town of Minoh is a popular destination for those wanting to get out of the city and spend some time in nature. It’s also the location of the Minoh Beer Warehouse which offers a wider selection of beers, a gift shop and more of a cafe vibe compared with their Temma location. [Music] Number four, Baird Beer Base Station Kansai. Based in Shizuoka Prefecture, Baird Beer has been producing quality beer for over two decades. [Music] They have a wide range of beers available, mostly traditional styles but also make use of many local and seasonal ingredients and some more experimental, uniquely Japanese flavor combinations as well. The atmosphere is casual with a kind of classic neighborhood brew pub vibe and a nice solid wood bar counter. [Music] The food is mostly limited to pub snacks but 
they also have a few interesting options such as venison or wild boar jerky from the 
mountains of Izu peninsula in Shizuoka. But the beer really is the main attraction here. You can just taste the quality of 
the ingredients and the passion and expertise that goes into the brewing. This is unpretentious craft beer at its best. I may be a bit biased here since I have a sort 
of personal connection with this brewery. Their “Kurofune Porter” was the first Japanese craft 
beer that I fell in love with years back when I used to live in Shizuoka Prefecture. And it’s still one of my favorites today. That’s delicious. [Music] Number five: West Coast Brewing, Umeda 1. West 
Coast Brewing is another Shizuoka based Brewery that has recently set up shop in Osaka. 
These guys have only been around for a little while but have gained a large and enthusiastic 
following in a short time. Basically they’re offering the American craft beer experience 
in Japan. Focusing on high impact hop-forward styles such as various types of IPAs. And you 
know what? They’re absolutely crushing it. Every beer I’ve had from them has been somewhat of a 
flavor bomb. In a good way. So I’ve ordered the “Full Hop Alchemist Version 38 Double Hazy IPA” and… it’s delicious. Kampai! This location, Umeda 1, in spite of being conveniently located right in central Osaka is also inconveniently located in the basement of a dingy mixed use office and commercial building. So is a bit hard to find. But then you come around the corner to be greeted 
by this sleek urban bar with its bright colors and shining beer taps and you find yourself 
transported into a magical world of of double IPAs and all their sour and hazy derivatives. They have the occasional classic style as well but the newer hop-forward styles really are their forte. All in all this is a first-rate place to drink craft beer. Although you might want to finish that 
first double IPA before you look at the prices. [Music] Number six: West Coast Brewing, Dark Lab. [Music] Not far from the popular Shinsaibashi shopping 
district is West Coast Brewing’s other bar in Osaka. This place includes a kitchen and a 
more extensive lineup of beer than their Umeda location. It also has a dark and moody ambience with several display panels one of which shows sports games now 
and then. So atmosphere-wise it’s kind of an interesting mix of a trendy cocktail lounge and a sports bar. Here’s the menu for this place… The burgers came highly recommended and I wasn’t disappointed by the one I ordered. As for beer I decided to try 
something different here… “Mango Party Session IPA” which was surprisingly flavorful for a lower alcohol beer. [Music] Number seven: Craft Beer Base Mother Tree. [Music] As soon as you step into this place 
you notice a strong feeling of community. It really feels like a nexus for craft beer 
lovers in Osaka. The staff are approachable and knowledgeable but more than that the other customers were friendly and happy to talk about beer or recommend a favorite. Most of the beers they serve are brewed right here on premise but there are also usually a few guest brews available as well. One of the  great things about this place is their mix of beer styles. You can get a classic German Pilsner or Altbier as well as a range of modern and more experimental styles. I tried several beers when I was there with 
my friend James from Rampant Lion Reviews and they were all really solid but according to 
James the standout of the evening was their Russian Imperial Stout. Yeah try this if you get the chance. They sell the bottles they’re just in the fridge right over there. I missed out on that one unfortunately hopefully they’ll still have it next time I’m there. As for food, they’re obviously going for a German theme with the menu although they have a range of other classic pub foods as well. We went with the pepperoni pizza and a schnitzel. Both were very good with beer In closing I’ll just mention that in addition to the beer they have on tap, there’s also quite a good selection 
of domestic and international beers for sale. [Music] if I wanted to experience Japanese craft beer culture in Osaka and could only visit one spot… this would probably be it [Music] The craft beer scene in Osaka is always changing and developing and there will always be cool new places to check out. I should mention that this is by no means a complete list of places to drink delicious beer in Osaka. There are a few other places that have been recommended to me that I haven’t had the chance to visit yet and even a few that just popped up while I was putting the finishing touches on this video. Content for part two I guess. For now, I’ll add a more complete list in the video description. If you know a good place in Osaka that I’ve missed, let me know in the comments and I’ll add that as well. Thanks for watching. Craft beer guides for Nagoya and Kyoto are also on the way …and I hope you’ll join me for those as well. Kampai! 🍻

Osaka is an amazing city with a crazy number of places to eat and drink. It also has some great places to drink craft beer…but you have to know where to look. In this video, I’ll introduce a few of my favorite spots.

1. Brew Pub Tetard Vallee:
​⁠@brewpubstandard9736
– a neighborhood micro-brewery bistro near Osaka castle.
– location: a 7-minute walk from Tanimachi Yonchome Station (谷町四丁目駅) on the Tanimachi Line, or a 10-minute walk from Osaka Castle.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/tyeVPf31Ank1ST579?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

2. Brew Pub Center Point:
– a neighborhood micro-brewery BBQ joint in Osaka.
– location: a 7-minute walk from Nakazaki Cho Station (中崎町駅) on the Tanimachi Line, or an 11-minute walk from Temma Station on the Osaka Loop Line.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGFLzq6GNos6bBKe7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

3. Minoh Beer, Beer Belly Tenma:
– the original Osaka Brewpub. This place is old school!
– location: a 6-minute walk from Temma Station (天満駅) on the Osaka Loop Line.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XsfmKUxszbYvirycA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
3b. Minoh Beer Warehouse:
Enjoy a wider selection of Minoh beer at their flagship brewpub north of the city. It’s also a great area for a stroll or a hike, so why not make a day of it?
https://maps.app.goo.gl/b1Zu9ae2msmdcnW17

4. Baird Beer Base Station Kansai:
– a Shizuoka-based brewery that has been making great beer for over 2 decades.
Location: a 6-minute Walk from Temma Station (天満駅) on the Osaka Loop Line.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dk7df2ZiBCdunmBr5?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
​⁠@bairdbeer7460

5. West Coast Brewing Umeda 1:
– WCB is another Shizuoka-based brewing that specialized in newer, hop-forward styles of craft beer.
Location: In the basement of “Osaka Ekimae Buildings”, a 4-minute walk from Nishi-Umeda Station (西梅田駅) on the Yotsubashi Line.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RbepFMt8gvrWVi3e6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

6. West Coast Brewing (WCB) Dark Lab:
– WCB’s other bar in Osaka, this place has a cool and sophisticated vibe.
Location: a 6-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station (心斎橋駅) on the Midosuji Line
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8LumAXF1YntY42M56?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

7. Craft Beer Base Mother Tree
​⁠@craftbeerbasech7502
– a nexus for craft beer culture in Osaka. Good people, good food, good beer.
Location: a 20-minute walk from Osaka Station or 2-minute walk from Umeda Sky Building.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/oFbFGMdrzeesDUgY8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
*special appearance by James at​⁠@RampantLionReviews91

Brewpubs and Taprooms NOT featured in the video: (to be included next time?)

1. Dotonbori Beer
– a brewpub right in the center of the popular Dotombori district.
– basic selection of beers.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/aNrbRDPc3nvzkdbZA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
2. Craft Beer Base Bud
– another member of the Craft Beer Base brewpub family.
3. Craft Beer Base Leaf
– yet another member of the Craft Beer Base brewpub family.
4. Craft Beer Base Branch
– still yet another member of the Craft Beer Base brewpub family.
5. Nakatsu Brewery
– another place I’m looking forward to checking out.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MM2CTWw5swBXUaVV9?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
6. Mugen Beer
https://maps.app.goo.gl/PYaZ9cGg4MSZFvVf8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
– another place I’m looking forward to checking out.
7. SENBA beer
https://maps.app.goo.gl/uWfsGvDDYXvcMkUn8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
– another place I’m looking forward to checking out.
8. OOSAKA Beer
https://maps.app.goo.gl/c7AAaNDSj2nuZqaT8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
– another place I’m looking forward to checking out.
9. Ape Brewing
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZAZmAqsosdiBntJo9?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
– another place I’m looking forward to checking out.

Other Spots to Drink Craft Beer…
*Craft Beer Works Kamikaze*
-a great selection of beer and good food with a focus on pairing opportunities.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/QSANz1eYopBYXjSH6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
*Craft Beer & Pizza Imazato*
-great pizza, burgers, and of course beer. A well-know and well-loved spot for craft beer enthusiasts across the region.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kub4YxVsr9RuMR9v9?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
*Yellow Ape Craft*
-a popular beer bar, not a brewpub that I can tell.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/c88sVArGxKNk2dJM7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
*Craft Beer House molto 梅田店*
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YJSMWipTHayjx5yf6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
-not a brewpub, but serves a good selection of craft beer and apparently has a great view of the city.

Video Contents:
0:01Welcome to Osaka
01:01 Brewpub Tetard Vallee
02:47 Brewpub Center Point
04:25 Minoh Beer, Beer Belly Tenma
06:15 Minoh Beer Warehouse
06:50 Baird Beer Base Station Kansai
08:32 West Coast Brewing, Umeda 1
10:18 West Coast Brewing, Dark Lab
11:36 Craft Beer Base Mother Tree
14:04 Wrapping up, and a disclaimer