It's already autumn, so today I came to try the roasted sweet potato frappuccino! Lately, I've been hooked on Don Quijote's honey-sweet roasted sweet potatoes, feeling the taste of Satsuma sweet potatoes every day. But for the frappuccino, I wonder what kind of flavor I can enjoy. To the point! It's not too sweet, just right! The roasted sweet potato chips on top are crispy and a nice touch! I'll say it again, but it's just right that it's not too sweet! lol Thank you for the meal!

Yesterday, I couldn't forget the peach parfait I had, so when I saw a sign for "Peach Frappuccino" on my way back from shopping, I immediately lined up at Starbucks. When it was my turn, I ordered the Peach Frappuccino and the staff kindly informed me that it was back this year due to popular demand, that I could add extra toppings for free, and that it would taste delicious with paid toppings. They had a refreshing smile that could chase away the heat. Thank you! I sat down in the store and tried the Peach Frappuccino for the first time. So much fruit pulp! Every summer, I will definitely come back for more! Thank you for the delicious meal!

Mom forced me to eat what she bought series. How long will this series continue? This time, she brought back souvenirs from Starbucks Coffee Beans Akabane store. I always rely on Starbucks. I'll thank them on behalf of Mom. The location is Beans Akabane, a shopping mall directly connected to JR Akabane Station. Akabane is known as one of the busiest districts in Kita-ku, Tokyo. It's only natural for the top café chain Starbucks to open a store here. Mom bought three items: Setouchi Lemon Cake Frappuccino (tax excluded 628 yen), Banana Cream Donut (tax excluded 264 yen), and Banana Rice Flour Muffin (tax excluded 264 yen, no portion for me. What?). The variety of items is impressive, as expected from Starbucks. Thanks to you guys, Mom wasted money again. How could you do this? When I first drank the Setouchi Lemon Cake Frappuccino, I thought, "It tastes like cake." Later, I understood the name. It's amazing that they can create such a flavor in a drink. The Banana Cream Donut has banana cream inside, and the appearance is banana-like and nice. Both items were of satisfying quality, but I hope Starbucks won't tempt Mom too much.

The new Chocolate Danish Quiche was not as sweet as I expected. Visually, it looked very sweet, but the quiche was a bit disappointing with the bacon being too tough. This was the same issue I had experienced before.

*Waiting Time* No waiting on Sundays *Order & Price* Waffle sandwich with bacon, egg, and cheese *Atmosphere* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impression* The waffle is fluffy and not too sweet. The egg is creamy and thick, while the cheese is melty. The bacon adds a nice peppery accent. *Expectation* Overall, the mild flavors make it easy for children to enjoy.

I visited the bakery wanting to eat cherry blossom chiffon cake and donuts. It was around 7:40 pm on a weekday, and the checkout counter was not crowded, but the donuts were sold out, probably because it was late. I ordered a sugar donut instead. Both the chiffon cake and the donuts were delicious! The cherry blossom scent was nice, with pickled cherry blossoms as toppings, whipped cream, and cherry blossom flavored dough, everything was well done. The sugar donut was not too sweet, and it had a rich flavor, satisfying to eat.

Visit on Sunday at 10:30 am. Located at the west exit of Akabane Station. The access is good and the eat-in space is spacious. Today's limited item is the Spring Latte. It is probably just a regular Starbucks latte with pink sugar sprinkled on top. Next time, I want to try the Sakura Soy Latte.

After drinking heavily in Akabane, I felt like having coffee so I visited this place. I was worried because it was late, past 10 pm, but they were open until 10:30 pm. Surprisingly, there were quite a few people even though it was already past 10 pm. Maybe because it's close to the station. It seems like this Starbucks is quite popular. It could be a good place to have a drink and sober up after a night out. But seriously, the Sakura Blossoming Frappuccino (690 yen) is quite pricey for a limited-time menu item, don't you think? (laughs)

I noticed that my coffee consumption has increased as I spend more time at home, and I thought that "drip coffee" was not cost-effective. After seeing MF's review, I decided to try Starbucks' "Pike Place Roast" and went to the store to buy it. As a Starbucks newbie, I was surprised to learn that they only offer drip coffee. The coffee was light and easy to drink, and the chiffon cake was delicious as well. For those more familiar with Starbucks, they may already know about the "One More Coffee" offer, where you can get a second drip coffee for 162 yen/165 yen (takeout price/ in-store price) if you bring back the receipt from your first purchase by the end of the day. Today, I ordered a drip coffee (S@350) and an Uji Matcha chiffon cake (440 yen), and even though I couldn't try the Pike Place Roast, I decided to buy it along with a 10g sample of Tokyo Roast. I also found out about a JR Point promotion that gives you 140 points back when you use your Suica card to enter the station and make a purchase at a participating store before exiting through the same station's ticket gate. It seems like both Starbucks and JR are good at business.

It is the closest Starbucks from my home, so I use it occasionally. It is located inside a Beans store directly connected to the station, which is convenient, but the store is small, so it is almost always full at any time on weekdays. Therefore, I usually get takeout. It's a shame that the store is narrow and lacks space between seats, as it would be nice to be able to relax and enjoy my coffee. I love the chicken and root vegetable salad wrap sandwich, so I bought it for lunch. I usually just get this or just coffee, but on this day, I also purchased a sweet potato chiffon cake. The chiffon cake had a nice level of sweetness and disappeared quickly, but it didn't have much of a sweet potato flavor. Still, it was delicious. The staff is always friendly and provides smooth service. The holiday cup is cute, as it is now a paper bag!

On Saturday at 1:13 pm, I searched for a Starbucks near Akabane Station and found one inside the station with a long line extending outside. After some hesitation, I decided to join the line at the register. Unable to find the seasonal Frappuccino, I ordered a Venti Cold Brew for 520 yen without looking at the menu. I held onto the receipt with a circle marking my order and moved on to the bar line. Despite the wait, my drink was ready in 14 minutes, and it was just the right temperature to enjoy on the Keihin-Tohoku Line with one transfer at Shinbashi. The Venti Cold Brew I had was delicious on its own, needing no additional flavors.

*Waiting Time* No waiting on Sunday at 8:30 *Order & Price* Melon Frappuccino 628 yen, with chocolate chips topping 50 yen, total 678 yen *Atmosphere of the shop* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impressions* When I took a bite of the Melon Whip, I immediately thought of Lotte's Melon Bar. It is quite sweet with the sauce drizzled on top. Adding chocolate chips made it even more reminiscent of a Melon Bar. The Frappuccino part is refreshingly sweet. The melon chunks seemed to be soaked in syrup, making them sweeter than expected. *Expectations* It was delicious, but I think it would have been even better if it was a bit less sweet.

I went with my sister on Sunday night, so it was crowded. We managed to keep our seats though. At first, there was only one open register, but they opened another one when it got busy. I told the barista that the strawberry frappe I had last time was delicious, and they recommended the melon frappe for next time. I had cocoa and my sister had a hojicha classic tea latte. On our way out, the barista came by and said they look forward to seeing us again, whether through Uber or in the store.

*Waiting Time* Less than 10 minutes from ordering at 14:00 on Saturday to receiving the drink *Order & Price* Sakura Strawberry Shiratama Frappuccino with non-fat milk and light whip, costing 680 yen *Atmosphere* Not mentioned *Service* Not mentioned *Impressions* The drink looks vibrant and cute, especially with the pale pink chocolate resembling cherry blossom petals. The pink-colored Yatsuhashi has a perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness, satisfying a light hunger. The drink tastes like a refreshing strawberry milk, evoking a nostalgic feeling. The mini-sized shiratama adds a slightly chewy texture, serving as a good supporting role. *Expectations* Looking forward to trying Starbucks' spring menu, which not only looks cute but also brightens up the mood.

I had some time before meeting up, so I decided to go in. It's usually crowded, but today it was empty. I ordered a custom drink I saw on Instagram. The staff member, Utugi, was so friendly and explained everything clearly with a smile. I was really impressed by the customer service at Starbucks. It made me feel great. Starbucks never fails to deliver. It's a great learning experience.

I went with a friend (^^) and ordered a white chocolate frappe and Uji matcha chiffon cake in advance through mobile order. We also ordered a bacon and spinach quiche, as well as an English muffin with sausage and scrambled eggs. Everything was delicious!☆

I went to Tokyo for work and tried the Tokyo version of the 47jimoto Frappuccino. I also had an American waffle since I was a little hungry. The Frappuccino had a coffee jelly at the bottom, caramel sauce on top, and had the classic Starbucks Frappuccino look. It had a refreshing icy texture that helped cool me down. The combination of the slightly bitter coffee jelly, milky Frappe, and sweet caramel was really good. The American waffle was also delicious, with a crispy surface after being warmed up. Overall, I think the Tokyo version of the Frappuccino was a great choice.

*Waiting time* No wait before 11 am on Saturdays *Order & Price* Stone oven Filone Herb Butter Chicken for 506 yen *Atmosphere of the shop* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impressions* The tender chicken and herb aroma are nice. The Starbucks stone oven Filone has a good chewiness and decent filling. The butter flavor wasn't that strong. *Hopes for improvement* It was delicious, but 506 yen for this is expensive.

*Waiting time* No waiting time on Saturday after 9 am *Order & Price* Banana Almond Milk Frappuccino for 682 yen *Atmosphere of the shop* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impressions* The almond milk whip is very gentle and delicious. I might like it more than regular whip cream. The crunchy texture of the banana chips is nice. The almond milk with a banana aroma is indeed fragrant. It has a refreshing sweetness. The soft banana pieces taste like they have been soaked in syrup. It's sweet, so it's best to mix it well before drinking. *Things to look forward to* I think this Frappuccino is perfect for breakfast. The refreshing sweetness without being too sugary is great. It's delicious as it is, but next time I want to customize it with chocolate chips.

*Waiting Time* Around 13:50 on Saturday for about 5 minutes *Order & Price* Tuna Cheddar Cheese Hot Sandwich for 380 yen *Atmosphere of the shop* There were more partitions in place for COVID-19 measures. *Service* Omitted *Impressions* With tuna and cheese, it's impossible for it not to be delicious. The right amount of saltiness and plenty of whole grain mustard stimulate the appetite. The parts of the bread other than the crust are fluffy, and thanks to the moisture from the tuna and cheese, it is moist and delicious. Also, there were some crunchy textures here and there, which turned out to be enoki mushrooms. *Expectations* It's not very big, but it has a satisfying amount to eat.