Coconut Glen, renowned for crafting delightful vegan ice cream, is all set to make its much-anticipated debut in the Kansai region with the grand opening of its Nakanoshima branch on April 24, 2025. This exciting expansion takes place in the heart of Osaka, specifically at 1-4-5 Azuchicho, Chuo Ward, marking the brand's first venture outside of Tokyo.
Originating from Maui, Hawaii, Coconut Glen’s ice cream has garnered immense popularity, especially during its launch in Japan in 2019, where long queues formed as eager customers flocked to experience its unique flavors. The brand’s ice creams are vibrant with flavor, crafted without dairy, eggs, refined sugars, or other additives. Instead, they use organic coconut milk as a base, ensuring a rich and creamy texture that promises a guilt-free indulgence.
As part of the new offerings at the Nakanoshima store, customers can enjoy eight different vegan coconut ice cream flavors, along with refreshing smoothies. Uniquely, after 6 PM, the shop will offer exclusive night-only ice cream options paired with a selection of spirits. This innovative concept blends the richness of coconut ice cream with various liquors, providing a unique dining experience.
Some highlighted items from the night menu include:
- - Cocoa Affogato Amaretto: Creamy vanilla ice cream topped with espresso and a hint of amaretto, designed for easy tasting at a price of 800 yen.
- - Coconut Matcha Affogato: Combining original coconut flavors with whiskey and matcha, this menu item boasts a delightful contrast of tastes for 800 yen.
- - Coconut Rum Float: A fun mix of dark rum and cola with original coconut ice cream, setting an adult tone for 800 yen.
- - Pineapple Piña Colada: Experience a tropical getaway with white rum, pineapple juice, and generous coconut accents for 800 yen.
- - Sake Pistachio: A creative fusion of pistachio ice cream and sake, this item is garnished with roasted coconut candy for a harmonious flavor profile, also priced at 800 yen.
The Nakanoshima location will offer a café-style menu featuring unique items like
Coconut Waffle Plates made from domestic soy milk, organic sugar, coconut milk, and coconut oil. Perfect for enjoying a light snack amid shopping or sightseeing, these waffles promise a satisfying taste.
To celebrate the grand opening, the store will host a special promotional event from April 24 to April 27, where customers purchasing any menu item will receive a complimentary mini scoop of their choice. Additionally, for shoppers opting for online purchases from the official Coconut Glen website, there will be a 10% discount on orders exceeding 2,300 yen from April 24 to May 5.
Coconut Glen stands out not only for its innovative flavors and focus on quality ingredients but also for its commitment to health-conscious dessert solutions. The brand's founder, Glen, began his journey in the culinary world working as a chef at Michelin-starred restaurants. After perfecting his recipes, he opened the first Coconut Glen store in Maui in 2008, quickly making it a favorite and a staple of the Hawaiian ice cream scene. Now, the Osaka store aims to create its own community of coconut lovers.
With a cozy atmosphere, seating for eight, and open daily from 12 PM to 10 PM, Coconut Glen's Nakanoshima store represents an exciting addition to Osaka's food scene, making it an essential stop for both locals and visitors.
In summary, the new Coconut Glen Nakanoshima store set to open in April 2025 is not just about ice cream; it embodies a fusion of taste, creativity, and a laid-back Hawaiian vibe, all served with a side of indulgence!