Best Sakura Food and Drinks in Japan 2025: A Spring Feast of Flavors

 

Here’s a roundup of the must-try sakura-flavored food and beverages available in Japan this spring!

  1. Starbucks Japan – Hanami Dango Frappuccino & Sakura Cream Latte

    Starbucks Japan never fails to excite with its sakura-themed offerings, and 2025 is no different. This year, the brand introduces the Hanami Dango Frappuccino (cold) and Sakura Cream (hot). The frappuccino is an ode to the classic Japanese mochi dumpling, featuring tricolor mochi dumplings blended with white bean paste, sakura, and strawberry sauce. It offers a unique texture and a subtle sweetness that’s distinctly Japanese.

    For those who prefer a hot drink, the Sakura Cream Latte combines steamed milk, sakura-flavored syrup, and caramel, topped with crispy sakura feuillantine, creating the perfect sakura treat in a cup.

    Price: 230 yen + tax

  2. Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Tokyo – Sakura Cream Latte & Spring Blossoming Allure

    Located in Meguro, Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Tokyo takes the sakura experience up a notch with exclusive offerings. The Sakura Cream Latte here is infused with red bean paste powder and a dash of espresso, creating a warm, comforting drink with a Japanese twist. Over at the third-floor ARRIVIAMO bar, you can sip on the Spring Blossoming Allure, a unique beverage combining sparkling wine and Japanese tea, perfect for celebrating the bloom in style.

  3. Tully’s Coffee – Tom & Jerry Sakura Collection

    In 2025, Tully’s Coffee is collaborating with Tom & Jerry for a sakura-themed menu that blends nostalgia with the flavors of spring. The star of the collection is the Cherry Blossom Dance Strawberry Cheesecake Latte, a rich, creamy drink perfect for sakura lovers. Other highlights include the Sakura Strawberry Donuts and the &TEA Cherry Blossom Scented Strawberry Royal Milk Tea, offering delightful pastel-colored treats to enjoy while you bask in the cherry blossoms.

  4. Mister Donut – Sakura Mochitto Doughnuts

    Mister Donut’s spring collection is back with the much-loved Sakura Mochitto Doughnuts. These chewy, mochi-textured doughnuts come in four variations, each representing different stages of cherry blossom bloom—from buds to fluttering petals. Available from late February to late March, these doughnuts capture the essence of sakura season in every bite.

    Price: 162 yen per doughnut

  5. Shake Shack – Sakura Shake

    The popular American burger chain Shake Shack is also embracing the sakura season with its annual Sakura Shake. This rich and creamy drink blends vanilla frozen custard with sakura-flavored sauce, creating a refreshing treat perfect for a warm spring day. The shake is served in limited-edition cherry blossom-themed cups, adding an extra touch of seasonal charm.

    Price: Small 620 yen, Regular 820 yen

  6. Domino’s – Sakura Pizza

    For a truly unique sakura food experience, try Domino’s Sakura Pizza. This limited-edition pizza features strawberry-flavored pink tapioca pearls, extra mozzarella cheese, and a topping of fresh strawberries. The crust is filled with sakura-flavored chocolate and mozzarella cheese, making it a sweet and savory combination that you won’t forget. Don’t miss the Sakura Mozzarella Balls, a perfect side dish for this unconventional pizza.

    Price: Sakura Pizza 1,795 yen~, Sakura Mozzarella Balls 490 yen

  7. GODIVA – Chocolixer Sakura Full Bloom

    Belgian chocolatier GODIVA is offering its signature Chocolixer Sakura Full Bloom drink this year, available both hot and cold. The combination of white chocolate and sakura an (red bean paste) gives the drink a velvety texture and delicate flavor reminiscent of cherry blossoms in full bloom. Pair it with GODIVA’s sakura-themed chocolates for a complete springtime indulgence.

    Price: Cold 790 yen, Hot 730 yen

  8. Lindt – Sakura & Cream Truffles and Sakura Peach Drink

    At Lindt, the Sakura & Cream Lindor Truffles are back, featuring white chocolate with a cherry blossom-flavored filling. The packaging, adorned with sakura motifs, makes it an ideal gift for sakura season. If you’re looking for something refreshing, try the Happiness Blooming Sakura & Shimizu White Peach Chocolate Drink, a luxurious blend of white chocolate and peach, topped with cherry blossom espuma.

    Price: Truffles 1,200 yen per 100g, Drink 798 yen

  9. YOKU MOKU – Double Chocolat au Sakura

    YOKU MOKU, a renowned Japanese confectionery brand, presents its Double Chocolat au Sakura cookies for a limited time. These delicate, cherry blossom-flavored cookies are individually packed and come in a beautifully designed box, making them perfect for gifts. The light flavor and pastel pink color will remind you of the fleeting beauty of sakura season.

    Price: 994 yen (10pc), 2,376 yen (24pc)

  10. Tokyo Banana – Sakura Flavor

    The iconic Tokyo Banana also joins the sakura festivities with a sakura-flavored edition. This spring, the famous banana-shaped cake comes in a cherry blossom-printed sponge and is filled with banana cream with a hint of sakura. The soft and chewy texture of the rice flour-based sponge adds an extra layer of delight to this seasonal treat.

    Price: 648 yen (4pc), 1,242 yen (8pc), 1,836 yen (12pc)

  11. Doutor Coffee – Sakura au Lait

    Japanese coffee chain Doutor brings a sakura twist to its beverages with the Iced Sakura au Lait and Sakura au Lait. These charming pink drinks are blended with cherry petal paste and topped with whipped cream and matcha powder. Pair them with sakura-flavored mille crepe cake or dorayaki for a delightful spring treat.

    Price: Drinks 580–550 yen, Mille Crepe Cake 480 yen, Dorayaki 270 yen

  12. Sakura Afternoon Teas and Buffets

    If you’re looking for a more luxurious experience, don’t miss the sakura-themed afternoon teas and dessert buffets held at top hotels in Japan. These exclusive seasonal events offer beautifully crafted sakura desserts and bite-sized treats, perfect for enjoying alongside the stunning spring blooms. Some of the best venues include Conrad Tokyo, Andaz Tokyo, and Ritz-Carlton Osaka.

Plan Your Sakura Viewing with Tokyo Private Tours

With so many sakura-flavored delicacies to try, why not make the most of your spring adventure with a private Tokyo tour? At Tokyo Private Tours, we offer customizable sakura tours that can take you to the best cherry blossom spots around the city while enjoying these seasonal treats. Whether you want to stroll along Meguro River or relax in Shinjuku Gyoen, our tours ensure you see the most beautiful sakura sights while indulging in delightful food. Book your tour today for an unforgettable sakura experience!If you have any questions or need assistance before or during your tour, feel free to reach out to us at:

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