Unwind for an afternoon at Japan’s five most beautiful Starbucks stores

By MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Team
 
The American coffeehouse giant “Starbucks” has expanded its footprint across the globe, with over 1,000 locations in Japan alone. Many of these feature designs that integrate local environments and cultural aesthetics, transforming coffee shops into more than just places to grab a drink—they become unique sights along your journey. Here are five of the most stunning Starbucks stores in Japan. If you’re traveling in Japan, be sure to slow down, enjoy a cup of coffee, and admire the beautifully designed Starbucks outlets.
 
● Toyama Prefecture | Toyama Umisachi Yamasachi Park Store
The Starbucks Umisachi Yamasachi Park Store in Toyama Prefecture is considered one of the most beautiful Starbucks stores in the world and was awarded 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 Umisachi Yamasachi Park. The shop features large floor-to-ceiling windows that not only create a spacious and relaxing ambiance but also offer lovely views of the surrounding canal. Whether you visit during the day or at night, you’ll be treated to a uniquely romantic atmosphere.
Address: 5 Minato-Irushimachi, Toyama, Toyama Prefecture (Umisachi Yamasachi Park along the Toyama-Toyama 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 Bridge Store
Kyoto can get unbearably hot in the summer, but the Starbucks Sanjo Ohashi Bridge Store, located by the Kamo River, sets up traditional yuka (cooling platforms) every May to provide relief from the heat. 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, Nakagyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture (1st floor, Omiya Bill Building)
Transportation: 2-minute walk from Exit 7 of Keihan Railway’s Sanjo Station on the Keihan Keishin Line / Keihan Main Line
Business Hours: 08:00–23:00

● Kanagawa Prefecture | Kamakura Ogoncho Store
The Starbucks Ogoncho Store in Kamakura was converted from the former residence of the famous Japanese manga artist Ryuichi Yokoyama. It retains Yokoyama’s beloved cherry blossoms, greenery, and even a swimming pool. Guests can sit on the tatami flooring under traditional Japanese eaves, sip coffee, and admire the beautiful garden—a truly serene experience.
Address: 15-11 Ogoncho, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture
Transportation: 4-minute walk from Kamakura Station on the Enoshima Electric Railway
Business Hours: 08:00–21:00

● Fukuoka Prefecture | Dazaifu TenmanguOmotesando Store
The Starbucks Omotesando Store in front of Dazaifu Tenmangu in Fukuoka Prefecture harmoniously blends traditional Japanese elements with modern design, creating a space that leaves a deep impression on visitors through its meticulous attention to detail and overall atmosphere.
Address: 3-2-43 Dazaifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture
Transportation: 4-minute walk from Dazaifu Station on the Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line