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Exclusive Matcha Delights at Takashimaya

From July 30 to August 5, 2025, the renowned matcha stand, Hachijuh Shibuya, hailing from Kyoto, will be making its debut at the Cafe Munipeko event on the basement level of Takashimaya Shinjuku. This unique café event is curated by popular influencers specializing in gourmet food, Munigurume and Hara Peko Gourmet Diary, showcasing exceptional delicacies and innovative flavors.

What to Expect

Hachijuh Shibuya offers an incredible menu featuring its famed Hachijuh Ice (¥1,630), a luxurious matcha kakigori topped with a homemade matcha milk and matcha espuma, finished with black sugar from Hateruma. To complete this refreshing treat, a matcha syrup is poured right in front of customers, ensuring an engaging and memorable experience. The use of different ingredients alongside matcha has been carefully crafted to keep your palate excited until the last spoonful.

Beyond the sweet treat, you can also indulge in classic drinks such as the Matcha Latte and the Hachijuh Shake. The drink menu features options like:

• - Hachijuh Shake (¥1,425)
• - Matcha Shiratama Latte Float (¥1,480)

More Than Just Kakigori

In addition to their signature kakigori, guests can delight in various matcha-based drinks. The Matcha Latte is crafted meticulously from scratch, enhancing the sensory experience with its rich aroma and vibrant colors. Customers can personalize their lattes with toppings such as matcha ice cream and shiratama, catering to individual preferences.

One of the must-try items is the Hachijuh Shake, elegantly topped with frothy matcha, perfectly balanced with the rich sweetness of Hateruma black sugar.

Richly Flavored Sweets

Also featured at the event are delicious snacks:

• - Half-Baked Matcha - priced at ¥750, this dessert transforms from crispy on the outside to gooey on the inside when warmed up.
• - Special Thick Matcha Terrine - for those who desire an intense matcha flavor, this exquisite treat boasts the essence of pure matcha goodness, costing ¥4,000.
• - Hachijuh Financier - crafted with exceptional roasted matcha and Ryukyu wasanbon, this treat offers a gentle sweetness coupled with a toasty, profound flavor at the price of ¥600.

About Hachijuh Shibuya

Located in the picturesque area of Okushibuya near Yoyogi Park, Hachijuh Shibuya opened its doors on July 1, 2025, as the sixth outlet of Hachijuh Ryokuyou-sha. It has quickly gained popularity amongst both locals and visitors from abroad, making this event at Takashimaya Shinjuku a unique opportunity to explore its delightful offerings.

Event Details

Event Name: Cafe Munipeko
Location: Basement Event Space, Shinjuku Takashimaya
Event Dates: July 30 – August 5, 2025
Operating Hours: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Last orders by 7:00 PM)

This is a limited-time event featuring exclusive matcha delights, so make sure not to miss out on the chance to experience these fabulous flavors. Hachijuh Shibuya looks forward to bringing the joy of quality matcha to more individuals during this exciting event!

About ROOM Inc.

Founded in 2022, ROOM Inc. operates Hachijuh Ryokuyou-sha and is dedicated to providing top-quality domestic ingredients in the ideal forms we envision. Starting with a focus on matcha in Arashiyama, we've since expanded our product range to showcase the appeal of domestically produced sugar and soybean offerings. Currently, we operate three locations while continuing to explore and share the flavors of Japan.