Starbucks, a brand with over 1,800 stores across Japan. From its stylish exterior and interior to a variety of beverages and food, including seasonal limited menus, it attracts tourists from both domestic and abroad for various reasons.
This time, we focus on Tokyo, which boasts the most stores in all 47 prefectures, and introduce three stores worth going out of your way to visit. You can also get items such as limited-edition mugs and tumblers, and some stores even carry rare items that are only available at one store nationwide.
Why not get lured by the aroma of coffee and visit them while traveling to find a special souvenir?
*The menu items and products and their prices (including tax) featured in this article are all as of November 2023. The content may have changed, so please check the official website for details.
【Nakameguro】STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO
Nakameguro, centered around the Meguro River, one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo, is packed with street-level apparel shops and cafes.
About a 15-minute walk along the Meguro River from Nakameguro Station, the four-story "STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO" appears. It is one of only six Starbucks in the world that have a roastery (roasting machine) inside the store, and it is the only one in Japan. Furthermore, Tokyo was the first place where the design and construction were done from scratch, and the architecture by the world-renowned architect, Kengo Kuma, is also worth seeing. The exterior is luxurious!
The highlights of STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO are these!
The interior of the store, which is like a coffee theme park, has a different theme on each floor, and there are plenty of attractions everywhere.
For example, on the 1st floor "STARBUCKS RESERVE®", there is a "MAIN BAR" where you can sit at the counter and enjoy coffee as soon as you enter, and you can enjoy conversations with baristas equipped with coffee expertise and skills. There is also a "COFFEE SCOOPING BAR" where you can get large roasting machines used for coffee roasting and coffee beans.
In the center, there is a copper cask that functions as a coffee bean storage tank and stands 17m high. Its towering figure that spans up to the 4th floor is breathtaking!
The 2nd floor "TEAVANA™ BAR" is a tea-specialized floor focusing on black tea and Japanese tea. The tea menu, which expands the new possibilities of tea using Uji matcha and Kaga stick roasted tea, is lined up. You can buy your favorite tea leaves by weight.
Also, on the 3rd floor, you can enjoy the view of Nakameguro from the open terrace of 'ARRIVIAMO™ BAR' (pictured left), or watch the coffee beans being bagged at the 'COFFEE PACK LINE' on the 4th floor (pictured right)!
STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO Exclusive Mug Cask Tumbler and more
Being the only STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY in Japan, one of the attractions is the unique merchandise available here.
Titled "STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY COLLECTION", not only the standard tumblers and mugs are sold, but also original miscellaneous goods and apparel items. The variety of perfect items for travel souvenirs will surely make you want to pick them up.
※Some products are also available for purchase from the online store
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Mug Cask Bottom (296ml) / 3,850 yen
(Left) Copper (Right) Silver
Introducing mugs inspired by copper casks, available in two colors. The design, reminiscent of the iconic architectural design of the store, is perfect for keeping as a memory of your visit to Nakameguro.
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Stainless Tumbler (473ml) / 4,400 yen
(Left) Facet Copper (Right) Black
This stainless tumbler features a sliding opening that can be opened and closed, offering excellent heat and cold retention. Its vacuum double structure comes in handy in various travel destinations.
(Left) Leather Passport Cover Brown / 7,920 yen
(Middle) Masking Tape Nakameguro / 900 yen
(Right) Traveler's Note Refill Nakameguro / 1,100 yen
They also have a wide range of items that will tickle the hearts of miscellaneous goods and stationery lovers. With both looks and functionality, it's sure to be a hit with a wide range of people!
Tourist TIPS💡Can I make a reservation at STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO?
Reservations are not available at STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY TOKYO, and a ticket is required to enter during busy times such as weekends. By scanning the QR code at the ticket issuing station near the entrance and issuing a ticket, you can receive a call notification on your smartphone.
There are two ways to check the estimated waiting time: the official LINE or the information near the ticket machine. Also, if you are only purchasing goods and not eating or drinking, you can enter without a ticket.
- Address: 2-19-23, Aobadai, Meguro-ku
- Business hours: 07:00-22:00
- Closed: Irregular
- Access: 14 minutes walk from "Nakameguro Station" on the Tokyo Metro and Tokyu Railway
- Official website: https://www.starbucks.co.jp/reserve/roastery/
【Shibuya】Starbucks Coffee MIYASHITA PARK Store
The landmark complex in Shibuya, "MIYASHITA PARK", is a combination of a park, commercial facilities, and a hotel. Located within its rooftop park, "SHIBUYAKURITSU MIYASHITA PARK", is the "Starbucks Coffee MIYASHITA PARK store".
The store, which was born as the fifth park store in Tokyo, is a space where you can abundantly feel the oasis of the city. It is produced by "Fragment Hiroshi Fujiwara", led by fashion designer Hiroshi Fujiwara, and the space is finished with a design based on white, from the order counter to the store fixtures.
It is also recommended to take a seat on the terrace or take out and spend time with a coffee on a park bench. Use it as a place of relaxation along with the multi-purpose sports facility and lawn square on the same floor.
Starbucks Coffee MIYASHITA PARK Store Limited Stainless Bottle, Tumbler, T-shirt
The store sells original items in collaboration with "Fragment Design" all year round. The items are simple in design, taking advantage of monochrome, and are full of luxury.
(Left 1) Bottle Logo FRGMT MYST (355ml) / 2,750 yen
(Left 2) Double Wall Sunny Bottle Black FRGMT MYST (473ml) / 3,520 yen
(Middle) Curved Stainless Bottle Matte Black FRGMT MYST (355ml) / 4,950 yen
(Right 2) Stainless Logo Bottle Matte Black FRGMT MYST (473ml) / 5,170 yen
(Right 1) Stainless ToGo Logo Tumbler Matte Black FRGMT MYST (350ml) / 4,070 yen
The collaboration items with the impressive "FRGMT MYST", a combination of the abbreviation of "Fragment Design" and the initials of MIYASHITA's "MYST". Get a rare item as a souvenir of your visit to Shibuya, the trend-setting area.
(Left) T-shirt White FRGMT MYST / 7,590 yen
(Right) T-shirt Black FRGMT MYST /7,590 yen
On the other hand, the T-shirts are available in 2 colors and 4 sizes (S, M, L, XL). The subtly applied logo is not too assertive, making it perfect for everyday use!
- Address: 4th Floor, MIYASHITA PARK North, 6-20-10, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Business hours: 08:00～22:00
- Closed: Irregularly
- Access: 2 minutes walk from "Shibuya Station" on JR and Tokyo Metro lines
- Official website: https://store.starbucks.co.jp/detail-1790/
Check out the tourist and shopping information in Tokyo and Shibuya
- "MIYASHITA PARK" in Shibuya, Tokyo: An outing spot where gourmet food, hotels, shops, and parks come together
- 6 Recommended Shops in "MIYASHITA PARK" in Shibuya, Tokyo - Everything from Souvenirs to Gourmet!
- A complete guide to recommended sightseeing, shopping spots, and classic events around Shibuya Station in Tokyo
- A Complete Guide to Shibuya Station in Tokyo: From train routes, ticket gates, exits, to discount tickets
STARBUCKS COFFEE Haneda Airport Terminal 1 Station THE HANEDA HOUSE 5F
The last one to feature is at Haneda Airport, the gateway to the sky in Tokyo. Among the five stores located within the airport, the "STARBUCKS COFFEE Haneda Airport Terminal 1 Station THE HANEDA HOUSE 5F" located in the commercial facility on the 5th floor of Terminal 1 is a special one. This is the only Starbucks in Japan where you can enjoy a "runway view".
The biggest feature is that you can overlook the runway and the takeoff and landing of airplanes while in the store. When you enter the store, there is a runway right in front of you! Furthermore, on a clear day, you can see Mount Fuji in the back of the international terminal. If you want to monopolize the open feeling that can only be experienced at the airport, don't hesitate to go to the 10 counter seats facing the window and the three 2-seater table seats!
Opening at 6:30 in the morning is a pleasant point for travelers who depart or arrive early in the morning. You can stop by to make use of the waiting time, enjoy the excitement before the trip, or soak in the afterglow of the trip.
Limited tumblers available only at Haneda Airport and major airports nationwide
(Left) Haneda Airport Tumbler (350ml) / 1,463 yen (*1)
(Right) Airport Tumbler (350ml) / 1,463 yen (*2)
A Haneda Airport limited design tumbler that transforms into a night view when you pour coffee into it. With illustrations of airplanes and Tokyo Bay, it's a gimmick-filled souvenir that's sure to spark conversations with friends.
On the other hand, you'll also want to get the airport tumbler with the word "JAPAN" prominently displayed. In addition to a map of Japan, it features illustrations of iconic landmarks from all over the country, including Tokyo Tower, Mount Fuji, and Kinkaku-ji.
*1: Available for purchase at four stores within Haneda Airport (Haneda Airport Terminal 2 Domestic Gate Area Store, Haneda Airport Tsutaya Bookstore, etc.)
*2: Available for purchase at 25 major airport stores nationwide (New Chitose Airport Store, Narita Airport Terminal 2 Store, Kansai International Airport 1st Floor South Gate Store, etc.)
- Address: 5th Floor, 3-3-2 Haneda Airport, Ota-ku
- Business hours: 06:30~21:00
- Closed: Irregularly
- Access: 2 minutes walk from Tokyo Monorail "Haneda Airport Terminal 1 Station", 4 minutes walk from Keikyu Electric Railway "Haneda Airport Terminal 1 & 2 Station"
- Official website: https://store.starbucks.co.jp/detail-1612/
Check out the tourist and shopping information at Tokyo Haneda Airport as well
- Haneda Airport Garden: Recommended new spot in Tokyo that even has a hot spring with a view of Mt.Fuji
- 【2023 Edition】A must-see when traveling to Tokyo! Guide to the recommended souvenirs you can buy at Haneda Airport
There are also other goods for sale at Starbucks in Tokyo!
There are still plenty of goods for sale at Tokyo store! Come and check out souvenirs full of Tokyo's charm.
※Please check the official website for the handling stores of each product.
(Left) Been There Series Mug TOKYO (414ml) / 1,980 yen
(Right) Been There Series Stainless Bottle TOKYO (473ml) / 4,840 yen
Mugs and stainless bottles adorned with famous places and specialties of Tokyo, such as the Shibuya Scramble Crossing and cherry blossoms of the Meguro River. If you are collecting the 'Been There Series' available at Starbucks around the world, you will definitely want to add these to your collection.
Collectible Snow Globe & Mug TOKYO (89ml) / 4,290 yen
A product set of a demitasse mug and a snow globe. You can use them separately or stack them as an interior decoration. The Shiba Inu and paper cup are adorable!
Let's go on a Starbucks tour to buy limited items in Tokyo!
Starbucks, with its unique design that makes you want to visit again and again. It's packed with lots of souvenir ideas, so why not try a "Starbucks store-hopping" aiming for store-limited items?
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