Coffee Milk

We've noticed that the most frequently consumed beverages are hot green tea, complimentary at convenient stores and department stores, and cold coffee milk cups. At restaurants, hot green tea and water are served immediately along with a sanitation hand towel or hot towel. During the meal, beer, especially, but wine as well are enjoyed. Rather than sodas or bottled water, cold coffee milks by Starbuck's, Mt Rainier, and Van Houtte are very popular. Cafes are all over Tokyo- there are more Starbuck's than any other international franchise here! The hot summer climate probably is a factor in the choice of beverage. The drinks, either purchased at one of the ubiquitous vending machines or Family Marts (7-Elevens), are consumed immediately on site, and tossed in the appropriate recycling bin before moving on. We have not seen any Japanese eat either while walking, even an ice cream cone is consumed while sitting.

 

Japanese Cold Coffees 

popular coffee beverages sold in convenience stores

vending machines selling coffee drinks