Starbucks Japan launches Halloween 2025 black cat collection and acai berry drinks

Black cats take over cups, bottles and seasonal drinks

Starbucks Japan's Halloween 2025 collection reaches stores nationwide on October 10, bringing 15 limited edition goods and two acai based drinks in a coordinated palette of purple and black. A mischievous black cat appears across bottles, tumblers, mugs and accessories, while several pieces reveal another side of their designs in darkness or when filled with something warm.

The collection includes stainless steel bottles, heat resistant glass, reusable cups, cutlery and a Bearista plush dressed as a cat. Among the most distinctive pieces are a 710 ml cold cup tumbler that glows in the dark and a reusable cup that changes from black to purple with a warm drink.

Most goods went on sale through Starbucks Japan's official online store at 20:00 Japan Standard Time on October 7, ahead of the October 10 store launch. Quantities are limited, with the largest cold cups and character goods expected to be among the fastest movers.

The drinks carry the same Halloween look into the menu. The Acai Berry Frappuccino, informally called the Black Cat Frappuccino, combines a purple berry base with black crunch, chocolate cat ears and black chocolate sauce. The second drink, Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea, combines berries, black tea and citrus.

For customers choosing between a seasonal drink and a collectible, the range provides several price levels. The reusable cup costs 650 yen, while the Cup Shape Stainless Steel Bottle Cat costs 5,600 yen. The Frappuccino starts at 717 yen for takeout, and the tea starts at 579 yen.

A collection built around small surprises

Cat silhouettes, paw prints and details that peek out from the designs connect the collection. Purple and black run through the range, with stainless steel, heat resistant glass and durable plastics providing different options for everyday use.

Some pieces hide ghosts or logos that become visible in low light. Others change appearance with temperature. Those effects give the collection two kinds of appeal: the cat designs are visible during ordinary use, while a darker room or a warm refill reveals another detail.

Starbucks Japan describes the season on its official Japanese site with an invitation centered on the cat motif:

Spend a joyful Halloween with a mischievous black cat.

The character also ties the goods to the berry colored drinks. A bottle, a mug or a cup can carry the Halloween theme into a customer's daily routine without requiring a full collection.

The drinkware lineup and prices

The 710 ml Logo Cold Cup Tumbler Glow in the Dark is one of the collection's flagship pieces. Its capacity makes it a prominent choice for customers seeking a larger cold cup, while the glowing details supply the seasonal effect.

Other featured pieces include the Cup Shape Stainless Steel Bottle Cat, with a capacity of 355 ml, and the Heat Resistant Glass Mug Cat, holding 296 ml. Daily carry options include the Stainless TOGO Bottle Cat at 473 ml and the Stainless Bottle Glitter Purple at 444 ml.

The listed drinkware prices are:

• Logo Cold Cup Tumbler Glow in the Dark, 710 ml: 3,550 yen.
• Cup Shape Stainless Steel Bottle Cat, 355 ml: 5,600 yen.
• Cold Cup Tumbler Cat, 473 ml: 2,800 yen.
• Stainless Bottle Glitter Purple, 444 ml: 4,900 yen.
• Stainless TOGO Bottle Cat, 473 ml: 5,500 yen.
• Heat Resistant Glass Mug Cat, 296 ml: 2,800 yen.
• Mug Ghost Glow in the Dark, 355 ml: 2,600 yen.
• Color Changing Reusable Cup: 650 yen.
• Color Changing Reusable Cup with Bearista Ghost drink hole cap: 1,300 yen.
• Curved Stainless Steel Bottle Cat: 4,700 yen.

The reusable cup provides the lowest listed entry price. Adding the Bearista Ghost drink hole cap brings its price to 1,300 yen, twice the 650 yen price of the cup alone. At the other end of the listed range, the 355 ml cup shaped stainless steel bottle costs 5,600 yen.

Accessories, a cat costume and drink tickets

The Halloween collection extends beyond cups and bottles. A Cutlery Set comes with a case featuring a cat and ghost, while a Halloween themed beverage card provides a gifting option. The Bearista Mini wears a black cat suit, carrying the collection's central character into a plush accessory.

Gift items in Starbucks Japan frequently include a drink ticket that can be redeemed for one beverage. Starbucks indicates that some of this year's Halloween goods include a free drink ticket, adding a practical element for customers buying presents during October.

The exact goods that include tickets should be confirmed with store staff at launch. Customers should also keep any ticket safe and check the redemption window printed on the card, so that a gift or collectible does not leave an unused drink behind.

The accessories give shoppers choices beyond selecting a material or cup size. A character plush suits a collection or display, while cutlery and a beverage card offer different ways to buy into the same seasonal theme.

What goes into the Black Cat Frappuccino?

The Acai Berry Frappuccino blends acai, raspberry, cassis and blackberry. The combination produces a vivid purple base with a rich berry aroma, matching the purple used across much of the Halloween merchandise.

Black crunch adds texture to the drink. Two chocolate cat ears and a drizzle of black chocolate sauce complete the decoration, suggesting a feline silhouette peeking over the rim.

The drink's informal Black Cat Frappuccino name reflects that appearance. Its connection to the collection is visible in both the colors and the chocolate decoration, making it the menu counterpart to the cat themed bottles and mugs.

The Frappuccino costs 730 yen when consumed in store and 717 yen for takeout. Sales begin across Japan on October 10 for a limited time while supplies last.

A berry and citrus option with black tea

Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea offers a second way to try the seasonal berry base. It combines the berries with black tea and a bright citrus note, with yuzu pulp adding gentle tartness and fragrance.

The iced tea is positioned as a refreshing choice for customers who prefer a lighter sip. Where the Frappuccino brings crunch and a chocolate cat decoration, the tea puts the berry, tea and citrus combination at the center of the drink.

Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea costs 590 yen in store or 579 yen for takeout. Like the Frappuccino, it begins sales nationwide on October 10 and is available for a limited time while supplies last.

The price difference between the two drinks is 140 yen when consumed in store, using the listed prices of 730 yen and 590 yen. For takeout, the Frappuccino's 717 yen price is 138 yen above the tea's 579 yen price.

The launch schedule and buying checklist

Starbucks Japan split the merchandise release between an online presale and nationwide store sales. The October 10 launch also brings the two seasonal beverages to the menu.

• October 7, 2025, at 20:00 Japan Standard Time: online presale begins for most Halloween goods through Starbucks Japan's official store.
• October 10, 2025: Halloween merchandise sales begin at stores nationwide.
• October 10, 2025: the Acai Berry Frappuccino and Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea begin their limited sales period across Japan.

Popular seasonal items can disappear quickly online, sometimes within minutes. The large cup that glows in the dark and the Bearista plush are among the pieces shoppers were advised to prioritize. A store visit at opening on October 10 offers another opportunity for customers whose first choice sold out online.

Preparation for the October 7 presale included creating or updating an online account, adding payment details and setting a reminder for 19:55 Japan Standard Time, five minutes before the scheduled start. For store shoppers, the corresponding steps are checking opening hours and arriving early on launch day.

Customers should ask about any limits on purchases per person. Individual stores may set such restrictions, a common practice for seasonal goods in Japan. Shopping early improves the chance of finding a particular design, capacity or finish, although stock is limited throughout the collection.

Product pages are also worth checking for capacity, material and care instructions because these can differ between pieces. Customers inspecting goods in person can look at the placement and finish of the decoration, as minor paint or print differences can occur with complex designs.

How the cups change color and glow

The reusable cup's change from black to purple comes from thermochromic pigment in its outer layer. Thermochromic means that the material changes color in response to temperature. As the surface warms, the pigment's structure shifts and reveals purple; as it cools, the cup returns to black.

The strength of the visible change can vary with the temperature of the room and the heat of the drink. A warm refill is therefore part of the design's effect, rather than simply something the cup holds.

The glowing details use photoluminescent materials. These absorb light energy and release it in dim surroundings, allowing a ghost, logo or other accent to appear after the surrounding light fades. Placing a cup near a window or lamp before use can boost the effect.

Special finishes can be sensitive to abrasion. Care guidance for similar Starbucks goods often recommends gentle washing by hand, avoiding harsh scrubbers, dishwashers and microwaves, and avoiding soaking pieces with metallic paint or vacuum insulation.

Customers should use the instructions for the individual product when deciding how to clean it. The range includes different materials and finishes, so a suitable method for one mug or bottle may differ from the care required by another.

Why the seasonal collection attracts collectors

Starbucks Japan's seasonal goods run from New Year products to spring sakura collections and summer marine themes. Halloween is another major moment in that calendar, combining a short sales window with a closely connected set of designs.

The goods also have everyday uses. Customers can choose a bottle for carrying drinks, a mug for home or a reusable cup, while collectors may be drawn to completing a coordinated range. This year's prices, from 650 yen to roughly 5,600 yen, accommodate both a single small purchase and a larger collection.

Fans exchange inventory tips, share store sightings and post photographs of the Bearista plush in costume. Those conversations can concentrate attention on particular items, especially pieces with special effects or character details. Limited quantities and drink tickets included with some gift items add reasons to shop early.

The black cat theme is playful without being childish, and its consistent purple and black palette connects bottles, mugs and cold cups. The matching drinks extend that visual idea beyond merchandise.

Starbucks uses related seasonal design ideas in other markets. Its United States fall assortment also includes cups that glow in the dark and textured surfaces that stand out in daylight. Tactile finishes and bold colors that photograph well connect the approach across markets.

Japan's version gives those effects a kawaii, or cute, twist through the black cat character. For customers, the immediate choice is practical: which drink, size, material or character item fits their budget and routine while the seasonal stock is available.

What to Know

• Starbucks Japan's Halloween 2025 collection features a mischievous black cat across 15 goods and two acai based drinks.
• Most goods entered online presale at 20:00 Japan Standard Time on October 7. Nationwide store sales begin October 10.
• The drinkware includes a 710 ml cup that glows in the dark, a ghost mug and a reusable cup that changes from black to purple with warmth.
• Listed goods range from 650 yen for the reusable cup to 5,600 yen for the Cup Shape Stainless Steel Bottle Cat.
• The Acai Berry Frappuccino combines acai, raspberry, cassis and blackberry with black crunch, chocolate cat ears and black chocolate sauce.
• The Frappuccino costs 730 yen in store or 717 yen for takeout. Acai Berry Yuzu Citrus & Tea costs 590 yen in store or 579 yen for takeout.
• Both drinks launch October 10 for a limited time while supplies last. Merchandise quantities are also limited.
• Some goods include a drink ticket. Store staff can confirm eligible items, and customers should check the printed redemption window.