Kura Ya / リカーポート蔵家

July 4, 2008
My wife found this place for me on the internet. To get there you take the Odakyu line to Machida (where there are other interesting beer stores). Take the west exit. Turn right on the major street at the exit. Walk 30 minutes and it is on your left. If you see McDonalds you’ve walked a little too far. You can also take the bus there from the station in about 12 minutes for 190yen (and other 190 yen back). Beers are approximately $6. They have an enormous wine selection, and they have about 100 beers (one cooler) all Japanese craft beer, except a Chimay or two. I didn’t see anything over 10%, but I bought an 9% imperial red and a 8% belgian red from Baird there. It’s not worth going there if you plan to visit Tanakaya, but it’s probably the best beer store in Machida area.