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Starbucks Opens First “Reserve Café” in Japan at Shinjuku Marui Main Building
Starbucks opened the first Starbucks Reserve Café in Japan on September 1, 2025, on the 2nd floor of Shinjuku Marui Main Building. The new format blends crafted espresso drinks with fresh Italian bakery items from Princi, with a focus on the Milanese way of enjoying coffee and pastries. This café is set up as a…
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PHILOCOFFEA Opens in Omotesando — World-Champion Coffee in A Cave-Like Shop
Philocoffea, the speciality coffee brand led by world Brewers Cup champion Tetsu Kasuya, opened its first Tokyo shop in the new GREEN TERRACE Omotesando complex on March 21, 2025. The basement space has a low, cave-like feel and a quiet barista counter where Kasuya’s hand-drip method is the focus. The shop brings beans Kasuya selects…
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Inside Jun’s New Concept Store “V.A.”
Tokyo’s vibrant retail and cultural scene is set to welcome a groundbreaking new destination. On December 15, Jun Co., a leader in Japan’s fashion and lifestyle industries, will unveil its latest concept store, V.A. (Various Artists), in Omotesando. With its unique blend of art, culture, and curated retail experiences, V.A. promises to become a must-visit…
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JUN Opens New Concept Store “V.A.” on Former Montoak Site in Omotesando
JUN Co., Ltd., the creative force behind some of Tokyo’s most iconic concept stores, is set to open a new venture, V.A. (Various Artists), on December 15, 2024. This cutting-edge concept store will occupy the former site of the legendary Montoak café in Omotesando, a space steeped in cultural history and innovation. The Legacy of…
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Ami Paris Holds Pop-up Store and Café “Le Café Ami”
Tokyo welcomes a slice of Paris with the launch of Ami Paris’ first-ever café in Japan, “Le Café Ami”, alongside a unique pop-up store. Located in the heart of Omotesando, the dual-concept space promises an immersive experience blending French elegance and contemporary fashion. Both the café and store will operate until December 25, 2024, offering…
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SCAJ 2024 ExhibitionSCAJ 2024: Asia’s Largest Specialty Coffee Event Coming to Tokyo
Tokyo is gearing up to host SCAJ 2024, Asia’s largest specialty coffee event, from October 9 (Wed) to October 12 (Sat), 2024. The event will take place at Tokyo Big Sight, spanning the West and South Exhibition Halls. Coffee enthusiasts and industry professionals from across the globe are set to gather, making this a must-visit…
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Celebrating 35 Years of Chibi Maruko-chan: A Special Pop-up Café in Shimokitazawa
In celebration of the beloved anime Chibi Maruko-chan turning 35, a themed pop-up café will be opening in Shimokitazawa. From September 18 to October 31, 2024, fans can visit the Chibi Maruko-chan Café at Sunday Brunch Shimokitazawa to enjoy a selection of special dishes inspired by the show’s cheerful and lovable protagonist, Maruko. A Taste…