A bottled Starbucks drink with a bit of fizz is coming out in Japan, and you’ll be able to grab one at a convenience store!
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For the first time ever, Starbucks even has a cherry blossom tea in their sakura collection.
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New dessert beverage lets you enjoy a uniquely Japanese taste without having to sit around in the same chain you have back home.
We try the new citrus-infused coffee that comes served in a set with chocolates and warm lemon milk.
Shanghai, already home to more than 600 Starbucks, is now only the second place to get an extra-special Starbucks Reserve Roastery.
It looks like a sakura drink, but it gets its colour from a different blend of ingredients.
Coming to Japan on winter vacation? Don’t forget your passport, or your local Frappuccino guide.
Christmas is a time for romance in Japan, and we’ve fallen in love with the taste, and even the texture, of these two new Starbucks treats.
We’ve been looking forward to the Candied Pistachio and the Christmas Raspberry Mocha Frappucinos.
The global coffeehouse chain has two stunning stores planned for these world-famous tourist spots.
After the incredible success of the green tea Frappuccino, Meg tries out the new tea flavor exclusive to Japan.




















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