Starbucks is introducing its first dedicated vending machines in Japan, bringing four ready-to-drink coffee products to locations across the country from mid-September 2026. The rollout is being developed by Starbucks Corporation and Suntory Beverage & Food.
The machines will be installed nationwide in stages, although some vending machine locations may not carry the full lineup. The dedicated units are designed for convenient purchase outside the usual cafe setting, with sales beginning on September 15, 2026.
The lineup includes the newly released Starbucks COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK, the renewed vending-machine-only Starbucks MY RETREAT Caramel Macchiato, Starbucks MY COFFEE TIME Black, and Starbucks MY COFFEE TIME Cafe Latte. The products will also gradually appear in Suntory vending machines throughout Japan.
About the Starbucks Dedicated Vending Machines
The machines use Starbucks green and a premium black color scheme, with a large Siren logo on each side. A front-facing brand message and lifestyle imagery are intended to make choosing a drink feel connected to the Starbucks brand experience.
Highlights
- Four ready-to-drink Starbucks coffee products will be available.
- COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK uses espresso-roasted beans for a fragrant flavor, full body, and roasted finish.
- MY RETREAT Caramel Macchiato combines selected Starbucks coffee with sweet caramel flavor and rich milk.
- MY COFFEE TIME Black uses selected Arabica beans with reduced bitterness and a fragrant profile.
- MY COFFEE TIME Cafe Latte blends dark-roasted coffee with milk for a balanced, creamy taste.
- The dedicated vending machines will be expanded across Japan in stages.
Product & Availability
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Starbucks Dedicated Vending Machines |
| Menu / items | Starbucks COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK; Starbucks MY RETREAT Caramel Macchiato; Starbucks MY COFFEE TIME Black; Starbucks MY COFFEE TIME Cafe Latte |
| Period | From mid-September 2026, rolling out nationwide in stages |
| Release date | September 15, 2026 (Tue) for COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK and the renewed MY RETREAT Caramel Macchiato |
| Location | Across Japan |
| Stores | Dedicated Starbucks vending machines; Suntory vending machines nationwide |
Before you buy
- When can I buy Starbucks COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK?
- The product goes on sale on September 15, 2026. Dedicated Starbucks vending machines will be introduced across Japan in stages from mid-September.
- Where can I get the four Starbucks drinks?
- They will be sold through dedicated Starbucks vending machines and will also gradually be offered in Suntory vending machines nationwide. Availability may differ by location.
- Which products are new or renewed?
- COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK is a new release, while MY RETREAT Caramel Macchiato is being relaunched with renewed packaging.
COFFEE SIGNATURES BLACK is positioned as a substantial black coffee with espresso-roasted beans, deep richness, and a lingering roasted aroma. Its package features the number 1971 behind the Siren logo, referencing Starbucks’ coffee heritage.
The MY RETREAT Caramel Macchiato focuses on the combination of aromatic coffee, caramel sweetness, and milk richness. MY COFFEE TIME Black is intended for a gentle change of pace during a busy day, while the Cafe Latte offers a softer drink with pronounced milk creaminess.
