Last updated: July 19, 2026
This article reflects information available at the time of writing. Check Google Maps for the latest hours and availability.
Introduction
Minoh sits about 30 minutes north of central Osaka by Hankyu train — close enough for a half-day trip, far enough that most tourists never bother. That’s their loss. The town is best known for its waterfall and autumn foliage, but there’s a second reason to make the journey: Minoh Beer, one of Japan’s most decorated craft breweries, was born here in 1997 and still brews every batch on-site.
The brewery was founded by Masaji Ohshita, who appointed his eldest daughter Kaori — still a college student at the time — as head brewer, making her one of the first female brewers in Japan. Her father has since passed away, and the business is now run by Kaori and her two sisters. Minoh Beer is not just a feel-good story: over the years they’ve won numerous awards at international competitions, including two medals at the 2025 World Beer Cup — a gold for their stout in the Irish-style Dry Stout category and a bronze for their pilsner in the Bohemian-style Pilsner category.
This guide covers the three best places to drink Minoh Beer — and one neighbouring brewery worth your time while you’re in the area. Whether you’re pairing a pint with the post-waterfall walk or making a dedicated beer pilgrimage, these are the spots that matter. For more on what to eat and drink across the city, check out the best food in Osaka — and if you want to plan the full day out, explore more of Minoh before you go.
1. Minoh Beer Warehouse (箕面ビールウェアハウス)
- 📍 3-14-18 Makiochi, Minoh City, Osaka 562-0004
- 🕐 Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun: 11:00–21:00; Thu: closed (as of May 2026)
- 💰 Budget per person: ¥1,000–¥2,500 (food + beer)
- 🚃 Makiochi Station (Hankyu Minoh Line) — 10 min walk
- 🗺 Open in Google Maps
- 📋 Tabelog
- 🌐 Official site
What to order: Minoh Stout (¥900 pint / ¥630 half-pint), Peach Weizen when in season (¥630 half-pint)
This is the source — the brewery taproom attached to the actual production facility, a short walk from Makiochi Station. Up to 10 beers are on tap at any given time, split between core and seasonal lines, poured from taps fashioned out of repurposed 18-year-old brewing tanks. Minoh beers have won awards across the world, and here you can sip them in a warm, casual setting alongside small snacks — or pick up bottles to take home. The stout is the flagship: deep black with a pillowy tan head, dominated by chocolate and coffee from dark-roasted malts, with a clean finish and very little lingering sweetness — a textbook Irish dry stout at 5.5%. Come in summer for the Peach Weizen, a seasonal that sells out fast. The omakase snack plate — vegetables, quiche, and bread made with Minoh Beer — runs around ¥1,000 and pairs well with almost anything on tap.
2. Derailleur Brew Works Yama no Fumoto Tap Room (ディレイラ ブリュー ワークス 山ノ麓タップルーム)
- 📍 1-1-1 Minoo, Minoh City, Osaka 562-0002
- 🕐 Check Google Maps for current hours — varies by season (as of May 2026)
- 💰 Budget per person: ¥1,000–¥2,500 (food + beer)
- 🚃 Minoh Station (Hankyu Minoh Line) — 1 min walk
- 🗺 Open in Google Maps
- 📋 Tabelog
What to order: Minooh (蓑王) flagship ale; rotating seasonal taps (¥800–¥1,100 per glass)
Derailleur Brew Works Yama no Fumoto Tap Room is a beer bar and cafe in Minoh — and it’s the most convenient craft beer stop in the area, sitting right at the base of the trail to Minoh Falls. It’s also one of the stops on the popular Minoh Falls craft beer hike, which tells you everything about how well it fits into a day out here. The brewery’s flagship, Minooh, is named after the old spelling of the town and brewed with local character in mind — expect something approachable but with more personality than your average taproom pour. Reviews from September 2025 confirm it’s still very much open and drawing visitors, so this one is safe to plan around. Grab a glass before the hike up, or reward yourself with one on the way back down.
3. Beer Belly Tenma (ビアベリー天満)
- 📍 7-4 Ikedacho, Kita Ward, Osaka City, Osaka 530-0026
- 🕐 Daily: 15:00–24:00 (as of May 2026)
- 💰 Budget per person: ¥1,500–¥3,500 (food + beer)
- 🚃 Tenma Station (JR Osaka Loop Line) — 3 min walk
- 🗣 English menu: Yes
- 🗺 Open in Google Maps
- 📋 Tabelog
- 🌐 Official site
What to order: Minoh Stout or Yuzu Weizen on tap (¥900–¥1,100 per pint); chilli Pale Ale if available
Not everyone can make it out to Minoh on a given day — and that’s exactly why Beer Belly Tenma exists. Minoh Beer set up the Beer Belly bar chain specifically to create comfortable spots where people could drink their beer without making the trip to the brewery. The Tenma flagship runs a 12-metre counter with up to 15 Minoh beers on tap at any time — draft and hand pump — alongside tapas and grill dishes. Beer Belly bars only sell Minoh beers, but they normally have a solid selection, and the beer menu is in English and staff are able to help. Look for the award-winning stout and the chilli-flavoured Pale Ale, which the brewery recommends pairing with spicy food. It opens at 3pm, which makes it a natural end to a day that started with the waterfall hike. The MICHI Osaka travel guide has more on the Tenma neighbourhood if you want to make a full evening of it.
How to Order
At Minoh Beer Warehouse, ordering is counter service — walk up, choose your beer and food, pay, and find a seat. It’s cash-on-delivery (cash-on style), so settle up before you sit down. Half-pints are available for most beers, which is useful if you want to try several styles in one visit. The staff are used to non-Japanese speakers; pointing at the tap list works fine.
At Derailleur Brew Works, the setup is similar — order at the counter, take your glass to a table. Seasonal taps rotate frequently, so ask what’s new rather than assuming a specific beer is available.
At Beer Belly Tenma, it’s table service with an English menu. No cover charge. Pints and half-pints are both available. The bar gets busy from around 6pm on weekdays and from opening on weekends, so arriving early gives you the best seat at the long counter.
Across all three venues, the standard pour sizes are half-pint (roughly 300ml) and pint (roughly 500ml). Prices range from ¥630 for a half-pint at the Warehouse to around ¥1,100 for a pint of a premium seasonal at Beer Belly. Tipping is not expected anywhere in Japan.
FAQ
Q: Is craft beer in Minoh expensive?
A: Not by craft beer standards. A pint at Minoh Beer Warehouse runs around ¥900. Half-pints start at ¥630. Beer Belly Tenma is slightly pricier — budget ¥900–¥1,100 per pint — but you’re also getting table service and a full food menu. Derailleur sits in a similar range at ¥800–¥1,100 per glass.
Q: Do these spots have English menus?
A: Beer Belly Tenma has a full English menu and English-speaking staff. At Minoh Beer Warehouse and Derailleur, menus are primarily in Japanese, but the tap lists are straightforward and staff at both venues are accustomed to international visitors. Pointing and gesturing works perfectly well.
Q: When is the best time to visit?
A: Minoh Beer Warehouse opens at 11am, making it viable for a lunchtime visit — unusual for a craft beer taproom. Autumn (October–November) is peak season for the area due to the foliage, and the Peach Weizen seasonal runs through summer. Weekday afternoons are the quietest time at the Warehouse. Beer Belly Tenma is busiest from 6pm onwards on weekdays; arrive at 3pm for a relaxed seat at the bar.
Information is accurate as of May 2026. We recommend checking Google Maps for the latest hours and prices before visiting.
