Unwind with an afternoon at Japan’s five most beautiful Starbucks

By MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network Editorial Department
 
The American coffeehouse giant “Starbucks” has a global presence, with over 1,000 locations in Japan alone. Many of these stores feature designs that blend local environments and cultural aesthetics, transforming coffee shops into unique travel experiences. Below are five of the most stunning Starbucks in Japan. If you’re visiting Japan, take a moment to slow down, enjoy a coffee, and appreciate these beautifully designed stores.
 
● Toyama Prefecture | Toyama Marunouchi Park Store
Located in Toyama Prefecture, the Starbucks Marunouchi Park Store is considered one of the most beautiful Starbucks in the world. It won the Grand Prize in the 2008 Starbucks “Store Design Award.” With its rustic wooden exterior, the store blends seamlessly into the beautiful natural scenery of Marunouchi Park. The large floor-to-ceiling windows create a spacious and comfortable atmosphere while offering views of the surrounding canal. Whether you visit during the day or at night, you’ll be greeted with romantic scenery.
Address: 5 Minato-iru-machi, Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture, Marunouchi Park Canal
Transportation: 16-minute walk from the north exit of JR Toyama Station on the JR Takayama Main Line / JR Hokuriku Main Line
Business Hours: 08:00–22:30

● Kyoto Prefecture | Kyoto Sanjo Ohashi Store
Kyoto can get uncomfortably hot in the summer, but the Starbucks Sanjo Ohashi Store, located by the Kamo River, sets up traditional Japanese cooling platforms called yuka starting in May. It’s recommended to visit after dusk to enjoy both the sunset over the Kamo River and the charming nighttime scenery.
Address: 113 Nakanoshima-cho, Higashi-iru, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 1st Floor, Ohmiya Bill
Transportation: 2-minute walk from Exit 7 of Keihan Railway “Sanjo Station” on the Keihan Keishin Line / Keihan Main Line
Business Hours: 08:00–23:00

● Kanagawa Prefecture | Kamakura Ogimachi Store
The Starbucks Kamakura Ogimachi Store is housed in a renovated residence once owned by the famous Japanese manga artist Rakuten Kitazawa. It retains Kitazawa’s beloved cherry blossoms, greenery, and swimming pool. Guests can sit on the tatami flooring under the Japanese-style eaves, sip coffee, and enjoy the beautiful garden views in a serene setting.
Address: 15-11 Ogimachi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Transportation: 4-minute walk from Enoshima Electric Railway “Kamakura Station”
Business Hours: 08:00–21:00

● Fukuoka Prefecture | Dazaifu TenmanguOmotesando Store
The Starbucks Dazaifu Tenmangu Omotesando Store in Fukuoka combines traditional Japanese elements with modern architecture, creating a space that leaves a lasting impression. The design thoughtfully incorporates local cultural features, making the store not only a coffee shop but also a cultural experience.
Address: 3-2-43 Saiwaicho, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Transportation: 4-minute walk from Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line “Dazaifu Station”