Kokon Chaya, a long-established shaved ice shop from Nagoya’s Sakae district, has partnered with the globally loved syrup brand MONIN to launch a limited-time pop-up shop at Nagoya Station.
The shop, named “Kokon Chaya STAND with MONIN,” opens on August 3 and runs through September 1, 2026, at the Rose Terrace on the 3rd floor of Takashimaya Gate Tower Mall. Visitors can select two syrups from over 30 specially chosen MONIN flavors to create their own unique shaved ice.
About Kokon Chaya STAND with MONIN
Founded 26 years ago, Kokon Chaya is renowned in Nagoya for its finely shaved, fluffy ice and carefully crafted toppings. This collaboration with MONIN marks the first time the brand has opened a shop in the Nagoya Station area. MONIN, established in France in 1912, offers over 130 syrup flavors worldwide, and this pop-up features a curated selection of more than 30 of these.
The concept invites customers to “edit” their own shaved ice by choosing two syrups from a range that includes classic fruit flavors and unexpected herbal or spicy blends. This interactive experience emphasizes flavor pairing and personal choice, making each visit unique.
Highlights
- Choose two syrups from over 30 MONIN flavors to customize your shaved ice.
- Experience a first-time collaboration between Kokon Chaya and MONIN in Nagoya Station.
- Enjoy fluffy shaved ice crafted with expertise from a 26-year-old Nagoya favorite.
- Located at Takashimaya Gate Tower Mall 3F Rose Terrace, open during mall hours.
- Over 400 flavor combinations possible, including creative non-alcoholic cocktail-inspired options like the “Strawberry Margarita.”
Menu and Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Kokon Chaya STAND with MONIN |
| Menu / items | Fluffy shaved ice with choice of 2 syrups from 30+ MONIN flavors, including “Strawberry Margarita” inspired non-alcoholic combinations |
| Location | Takashimaya Gate Tower Mall 3rd Floor Rose Terrace, Nagoya Station Area |
| Address | 1-1-3 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi |
| Period | August 3, 2026 – September 1, 2026 |
| Price | Starting from ¥1,980 (tax included) |
