Freshness Burger has launched a new Akihime and Cream Cheese scone sandwich nationwide, available from October 21, 2026. The seasonal cafe menu combines a rare Japanese plum with Hokkaido cream cheese.
For travelers mapping a cafe route across Japan, Freshness Burger is a straightforward name to slot in. The sandwich will be sold at Freshness Burger locations nationwide through November 24, excluding stadium and zoo stores.
Freshly Made Scone Sandwich: Akihime and Cream Cheese costs ¥450 (tax included). Customers can add a regular drink set for ¥300, a premium drink set for ¥380, or the seasonal Akihime Craft Lemonade for an additional ¥100 with the premium set.
About the Freshness Burger Scone Sandwich
Freshly Made Scone Sandwich: Smooth Red Bean Paste and Butter
Freshness Burger’s regular scone sandwich pairs smooth red bean paste with rich butter for a gentle Japanese-style sweet. The release does not specify a separate price for this menu item.
The scones are reheated one at a time after ordering, then filled in the store. This creates a crisp, fragrant outside and a soft interior. For the new seasonal version, Akihime plums from JA Nakano City in Nagano are gently soaked in honey before being paired with Hokkaido cream cheese.
Highlights
- Freshly Made Scone Sandwich: Akihime and Cream Cheese: ¥450 (tax included).
- The sandwich uses large Akihime plums from Nagano, known for their rich sweetness, mild acidity, and floral aroma.
- A regular drink set costs an additional ¥300 and includes options such as drip coffee, organic tea, and caffeine-free herbal tea.
- A premium drink set costs an additional ¥380 and includes choices such as Fresh Lemonade and cafe latte with milk foam.
- Akihime Craft Lemonade, served hot or iced, is available for an additional ¥100 with the premium set.
Menu & Availability Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Freshly Made Scone Sandwich: Akihime and Cream Cheese |
| Menu / items | Freshly Made Scone Sandwich: Akihime and Cream Cheese; Freshly Made Scone Sandwich: Smooth Red Bean Paste and Butter; premium drink set; regular drink set; Akihime Craft Lemonade |
| Release date | October 21, 2026 |
| Period | October 21, 2026 (Wed) – November 24, 2026 (Tue) |
| Location | Freshness Burger stores nationwide in Japan, excluding stadium and zoo locations |
| Stores | Freshness Burger nationwide store network |
| Price | Akihime and Cream Cheese scone sandwich: ¥450 (tax included); premium drink set: +¥380; regular drink set: +¥300; Akihime Craft Lemonade with premium set: +¥100 |
| Official website | Official menu page |
Before you buy
- When can I buy the Akihime and Cream Cheese scone sandwich?
- It is available from October 21 through November 24, 2026, at Freshness Burger stores nationwide, excluding stadium and zoo locations.
- How much is the Akihime and Cream Cheese scone sandwich?
- The sandwich costs ¥450 (tax included). A regular drink set is an additional ¥300, while a premium drink set is an additional ¥380.
- Where can I get the Akihime Craft Lemonade?
- It can be selected hot or iced for an additional ¥100 when ordering the premium drink set. Drink availability varies by store.
Freshness Burger also serves the regular Smooth Red Bean Paste and Butter scone sandwich, which balances mild red bean sweetness with the richness of butter. Its drip coffee blends beans from Brazil, Guatemala, and Honduras, making it a natural match for either the seasonal plum sandwich or the standard sweet option.
The Akihime fruit is larger than many common plum varieties and develops a vivid red-purple color. Its juicy flesh and gentle acidity help keep the cream cheese pairing rich but refreshing, while the honey preparation adds a soft sweetness without overwhelming the fruit.
Drink choices depend on the store. The regular set includes drinks such as freshly brewed drip coffee, organic tea, and caffeine-free herbal tea. The premium set offers selections including Fresh Lemonade and milk-foam cafe latte, with Akihime Craft Lemonade available as an extra-cost seasonal option.
