Food & Drink
Where to find pumpkin spice lattes in Tokyo: Metropolis’ hunt for the fall favorite drink
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Metropolis Magazine October 9, 2024
Takeshi Dylan Sadachi Anna Stevens and Megan Brown
Metropolis Magazine October 9, 2024
(pumpkin spice latte)
Not just spooky season, fall is also pumpkin spice latte season. You might have noticed that the PSL hype isn’t as big in Tokyo as it is in the States, simple kabocha and other fall favorites like chestnut and sweet potato take the spotlight here. Never fear though, if you’re nostalgic for some pumpkin spice, here’s where to find pumpkin spice lattes in Tokyo.
From Sept. 27, butter
(Photo: @butter_coffee_stand on Instagram)
This trendy minimalist café has introduced a seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte, crafted with premium Hokkaido pumpkin. Their pumpkin-themed menu also offers baked treats like cannelé, Basque cheesecake and financier, all infused with Hokkaido pumpkin.
butter
2-1-1 Arai, Nakano-ku
¥¥
From Sept. 21, Monsta Sweets & Ojizo Coffe
(Photo: @monsta_sweets @ojizo.coffee on instagram)
Monsta Sweets, a queer-owned American-style cookie shop located in Koenji, partners with Ojizo Coffee—a cafe that donates 10% of its profits to support differently-abled individuals and various charitable causes. This cozy spot serves up an Oat Milk Pumpkin Spice Latte, infused with a rich blend of warm spices, which pairs perfectly with their autumn and Halloween-themed treats, like the playful “Pumpkin Jack” cookie.
Monsta Sweets & Ojizo Coffe
2-37-8 Koenjikita, Suginami-ku
¥¥
From Sept. 4, Starbucks Coffee
(Starbucks Coffee)
The classic pumpkin spiced latte is making its reappearance to Starbucks in Japan starting from September 4! This seasonal favorite combines flavors of real pumpkin with the signature Starbucks espresso blend, steamed milk and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and clove and is satisfyingly topped with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spices.
Starbucks Coffee, various locations in Tokyo
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From Sept. 4, Godiva Café
(Godiva Café)
Head down to the Godiva Café for their new seasonal dessert drink: The Fukui Tomitsu Pumpkin Pudding. As part of the early fall menu, the drink features Tomitsu pumpkins from Fukui Prefecture, pistachio chocolate mousse, and roasted green tea jelly. It’s the perfect treat to cozy up with, mixing rich, cozy flavors with a bit of seasonal charm.
Godiva Café, 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku
8 am – 10 pm
¥¥¥
Looking for more autumn sweets? Check out Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Autumn Sweets Selection!
From Aug. 27, Mt. Rainier Conbini Brand
(Mt. Rainier Conbini Brand)
Looking for something on the go? Pop into a conbini and grab a cup of Mr. Rainer’s seasonal Pumpkin Latte. Espresso blended with milk, pumpkin spice and a dash of caramel sauce, this little drink is sure to scratch that pumpkin spice itch on a busy day or in between commutes. And we can’t get enough of the characters on the packaging.
Your local conbini and vending machines
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