Special feature on beer and alcohol that is popular in Asia! Recommended for picnics and outdoor activities

April 08, 2024

Cherry blossoms are in full bloom everywhere. Cherry blossoms in full bloom brighten your mood.

The cherry blossoms at Inokashira Park near the Kichijoji store were in full bloom, and it was even more lively than usual on weekends with people coming to see the cherry blossoms!

Now that the weather is getting warmer, I think more and more people are going to have picnics and enjoy the outdoors.

So this time, we're featuring popular beers and alcoholic beverages from Asia that you'll want to bring to cherry blossom viewing and picnics! Introducing Asian alcoholic beverages and beers that are loved locally and appreciated around the world, in a ranking format of best sellers.

Please try it as a travel companion or to explore new tastes!

If you are planning a cherry blossom viewing or picnic, be sure to stop by Taiyo Market and pick up beer and sweets!

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Top 15 Popular Beer & Alcohol Rankings

Refrigerated Kojijundo Fresh Makgeolli 700ml

¥598 (税込)

This makgeolli has a refreshing taste and is made with live lactic acid bacteria from natural fermentation.

This is a huge hit item that is perfect for yakiniku and Korean cuisine.

Taiwan Beer Taiwan Beer 330ml

¥327 (税込)

It is Taiwan's largest beer brand with a 90-year history that started as Takasago Beer. This is a high-quality lager beer that has won the highest gold and silver awards at Monde Selection for 10 years in a row. It's a light, easy-drinking beer with almost no bitterness.

Kojijundo Rice Makgeolli 750ml

¥588 (税込)

This makgeolli has the flavor of rice and is made from rice, koji and yeast, with no artificial sweeteners added.

Singha beer can 330ml SINGHA

¥398 (税込)

"Singha", which was born in 1933 as the first Thai domestic beer, is the number one premium beer in Thailand. A time-honoured premium lager beer. *2018 AC Nielsen research

Kojijundo 100 Billion Pribio Makgeolli Can 350ml

¥448 (税込)

This delicious makgeolli has been fermented with lactic acid, containing 100 billion lactic acid bacteria per bottle. It uses fructooligosaccharides and contains no artificial sweeteners, making it a drink for health-conscious people.

Taiwan Beer Mango Beer 330ml

¥348 (税込)

This popular product was a big hit in Taiwan. Made from carefully selected apple and mango juice and beer, this fruit beer contains over 5% fruit juice and 2.8% alcohol by volume. You can enjoy the unique aroma and sweetness of mango, and even those who don't like the bitterness of beer can enjoy it.

333 (Barbarbar) can 330ml

¥398 (税込)

A beer with a distinctive product name, produced by Saigon Brewery, Vietnam's largest beer maker.
In Vietnam, ``3'' is said to be an unlucky number, but ``333'' is popular as a lucky beer because when you add up all the numbers, you get ``9''. It foams well and has a refreshing taste that goes well with spicy Southeast Asian cuisine. Currently, it is sold not only in Southeast Asia, but also in the United States, Australia, and France.

Singha beer bottle 330ml SINGHA

¥428 (税込)

Singha beer is a lager beer whose main ingredients are malt and hops. The alcohol content is 5%, and it is characterized by bitterness and a refreshing aftertaste.

Jinro Chamisul 16.5% 360ml

¥398 (税込)

韓国を代表する焼酎、チャミスル。スッキリとした味わいが魅力！

眞露チャミスルは、韓国で愛され続ける伝統的な焼酎です。16.5度のアルコール度数で飲みやすく、フルーティーな香りとスッキリとした後味が特徴。

焼肉や韓国料理と相性抜群で、ホームパーティーやリラックスタイムのお供にも最適です。

Hanoi Beer (can) 330ml Bia Ha Noi

¥378 (税込)

Beer Hanoi's beer is a popular choice at dining gatherings, whether it's a family meal or a fun time with friends. Beer Hanoi's beer is trusted not only because of its stable quality, but also because it is a prestigious Vietnamese brand with ties to the capital, Hanoi, and is widely known among friends overseas.

Beer as the core product of the entire Hanoi Beer brand The annual production of Hanoi Beer accounts for 70% of the total production of HABECO products.

The reason why Beer Hanoi beer occupies a strong position in the market of northern provinces and cities is its attractive clear golden color, durable foam, smooth white, harmonious and mellow bitterness, This is because of the rich aftertaste.

Beer Chang Chang beer (bottle) 320ml

¥448 (税込)

The number one brand beer with a 56% market share in Thailand.

This ethnic beer is popular for its refreshing taste, which goes best with the spicy and authentic Thai flavors of everything from court cuisine to home cooking. (“Chang” means “elephant” in Thai)

Tsingtao Beer (bottle) 330ml

¥378 (税込)

Born in 1903 in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China using German brewing techniques, this is China's most famous beer brand and continues to be enjoyed in 85 countries around the world.

BIRA91 White Beer 330ml (bottle)

¥492 (税込)

BIRA91 is a fruity Indian craft beer made using Belgian techniques. It has a cult following in NYC!

Tiger beer can 330ml

¥528 (税込)

Since its inception in 1932, Tiger has won every gold medal at the prestigious World Beer Cup and continues to quench the thirst of an ever-growing number of fans around the world.

King Fisher Premium Lager King Fisher Premium Lager Beer 330ml (bottle)

¥470 (税込)

Kingfisher, India's leading beer!

This is the most classic beer that is always available at any Indian restaurant.

Enjoy beers and alcohol from around the world

Each Asian country's beer and alcohol has its own unique charm and history.
Beers and alcoholic beverages born from the traditions and innovation of each country are not only a taste quest, but also a journey of cultural discovery. Experience the rich flavors and cultures of Asia through the beers introduced here!