Limited run: Cafe Veloce’s Black Cat Happy Bag 2027 goes on sale December 3, 2026, at Cafe Veloce stores nationwide and online for ¥4,980 (tax included). The set includes a 40th anniversary tote, fitted sandwich pouch and stainless-steel spoon, plus in-store food vouchers worth up to ¥1,750 (online version replaces vouchers with a five-serving drip coffee bag box). In-store sales start December 3, 2026; online sales begin at 8 p.m. the same day, with stock limited and sales ending when bags sell out.
The bag includes a 40th anniversary tote, a sandwich pouch and a stainless steel spoon. In-store sets include three food vouchers for a sandwich, a freshly made dog sandwich and a pasta dish, with a combined value of up to ¥1,750. The online version replaces the vouchers with one drip coffee bag box containing five servings.
About the Cafe Veloce Happy Bag
40th Anniversary Tote Bag
The Cafe Veloce 40th anniversary tote features a store in a streetscape with the brand’s black cat character. It is included in the ¥4,980 (tax included) Happy Bag and is designed for everyday use.

Veloce Red Tote
The Veloce Red version is one of the store-available tote designs in the ¥4,980 (tax included) Cafe Veloce Black Cat Happy Bag.

Chanoir Black Tote
The Chanoir Black version offers a darker anniversary look. It is included in the ¥4,980 (tax included) Happy Bag sold at Cafe Veloce locations.

All Black Online-Exclusive Tote
The All Black tote is the online-store-exclusive design in the ¥4,980 (tax included) Cafe Veloce Happy Bag. It features the black cat holding a coffee cup.

Fitted Sandwich Pouch
The sandwich pouch is sized for Cafe Veloce sandwiches and comes with a removable black cat plush charm. It is included in the ¥4,980 (tax included) Happy Bag.

Food Menu Vouchers
The in-store set includes vouchers for a sandwich, freshly made dog sandwich and pasta. Customers can choose one item from each category, with a combined value of up to ¥1,750.

The anniversary collection is built around Cafe Veloce’s black cat symbol, which comes from the French phrase for black cat in the name of its predecessor, Chanoir Coffee. The tote is available in Veloce Red and Chanoir Black at stores, while an All Black design is exclusive to the online store. The sandwich pouch has a removable black cat plush charm, and the spoon carries a black cat silhouette and the number 40.






Highlights
- The 40th anniversary Black Cat Happy Bag 2027 costs ¥4,980 (tax included).
- The set includes a tote, sandwich pouch and 40th anniversary stainless steel spoon.
- In-store food vouchers cover one sandwich, one freshly made dog sandwich and one pasta dish, worth up to ¥1,750 in total.
- The online version includes a five-serving drip coffee bag box instead of the three food vouchers.
- The All Black tote is available only through the official online store.
- Food vouchers are valid through March 31, 2027, and pasta and dog sandwiches are generally sold from 11 a.m.
Menu and Store Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Cafe Veloce 40th Anniversary Winter Black Cat Happy Bag 2027 |
| Menu / items | 40th anniversary tote bag; fitted sandwich pouch; stainless steel spoon; food vouchers for a sandwich, freshly made dog sandwich and pasta; online version with a five-serving drip coffee bag box |
| Release date | December 3, 2026 |
| Period | From December 3, 2026, while supplies last. Online sales begin at 8 p.m. |
| Location | Cafe Veloce stores across Japan and the official Cafe Veloce online store |
| Stores | Cafe Veloce locations nationwide; official Cafe Veloce online store |
| Price | Happy Bag: ¥4,980 (tax included); in-store food vouchers: up to ¥1,750 in combined menu value |
| Official website | Cafe Veloce official website; Official online store; Store search |
Before you buy
- When can I buy the Cafe Veloce Black Cat Happy Bag 2027?
- In-store sales start on December 3, 2026. Online sales begin at 8 p.m. on the same day, and stock is available only while supplies last.
- How much is the Cafe Veloce Happy Bag?
- The set costs ¥4,980 (tax included). In-store food vouchers can be exchanged for menu items worth up to ¥1,750 in total.
- Where can I get the Happy Bag?
- It is sold at Cafe Veloce stores across Japan and through the official online store. The online store allows up to four bags per color per person.
The in-store voucher set is designed to let customers choose one item from each of three categories. If a participating store does not serve pasta, the pasta voucher can be used for a freshly made dog sandwich instead. The vouchers remain valid until March 31, 2027, giving buyers time to try the food alongside the anniversary goods.
The Cafe Veloce brand opened its first self-service coffee shop in Yoyogi in 1986 and had 175 locations nationwide as of the end of October 2026. The happy bag combines that everyday cafe identity with practical items for commuting, lunch breaks and coffee at home.