I love watermelon, so I was really looking forward to this Watermelon Frappuccino! The chunks of kiwi in it occasionally add a refreshing acidity, which helps to bring a refreshing feeling during the hot summer. Personally, I think the whipped cream is unnecessary. I enjoyed the drink, it was refreshing and light just like watermelon!

After an event, I took a break at this place near the station. I ordered a peach frappuccino from the summer menu. When asked if a glass could be provided since I was dining in, I agreed as it was a rare opportunity and not a problem. I enjoyed the frappuccino using a spoon and my own silicone straw. There were quite a few students in groups inside the store, moving seats around, so it was a bit noisy.

Starbucks Grande at Kudanshita, Caramel Cream Sand + Drip Coffee. This Starbucks near Chikudo Shrine is always crowded. Luckily, I was able to secure a seat by the window with an outlet.

On a holiday at 2:00 PM. I had to adjust my schedule due to my child's exam at nearby Senshu University, so I took a coffee break. The small shop was quite busy with customers. It's surprising to see so many people at Kudanshita even on holidays. I ordered my usual hot coffee. It had a bitter taste and was delicious.

Visited on a public holiday Thursday at 1 pm. Used an e-Ticket to get the limited-time Strawberry & Velvet Brownie Mocha, Venti size to go. Even though I started a serious diet in November, I ended up getting something so sweet in a Venti size. I couldn't resist using the e-Ticket to its fullest. However, the Brownie Mocha had a nice bitterness to it, so it wasn't overly sweet. I managed to finish the Venti without getting tired of it or feeling overwhelmed by the sweetness. If I had to say one thing, I think products with whipped cream like this might be better hot than cold. The cream doesn't melt easily when it's cold, so I had to mix it diligently while drinking.

S-san, who had reached retirement age in the same department at work a few years ago, had been working as a temporary employee. Due to family circumstances, S-san decided to retire this year. Although our interaction was limited to the workplace, I had been shown photos of his children's wedding and recently born grandchild, and we had a relatively close relationship. So, as a token of appreciation, we decided to give him a commemorative gift as a team, but I personally chose a small item to give to his wife. The reason for this was that last year, S-san's wife was diagnosed with an illness, which was the reason for his retirement. When I heard about his wife's condition, I could see the emotions welling up in S-san, and he tried to hide it with a smile, saying, "I might cry if I talk about it more." I could only say, "It will be okay! Definitely okay!" Sports-loving, always cheerful, and often joking around with me, I saw a side of S-san that I had never seen before. I could sense what the illness might be, but I didn't ask for details, and I decided not to ask further. Perhaps S-san felt a resistance to acknowledging something within himself by mentioning the illness, and that's why he hesitated to talk about it. After that, his wife went in and out of the hospital several times, and she was scheduled for another hospitalization this spring. S-san wanted to retire before that and go on a trip. On his last day at the office, he received a bouquet and a commemorative gift from the team representative. After receiving individual greetings and feeling a bit embarrassed, he was about to leave when I casually handed the gift to his wife. S-san received it with gratitude, and a few days later, I received a thank-you email along with three $5 Starbucks drink coupons. I hadn't intended for this, and I felt sorry for receiving thanks, but I decided to graciously accept and use them. I always drink soy lattes at Starbucks, but this time, I decided to enjoy Frappuccinos in three different flavors. The first was a Banana Banana Frappuccino, topped with banana sugar, sauce, and fruit chunks, overflowing with banana flavor. The second was a Choco Banana Frappuccino, with additional chocolate whipped cream and colorful chocolates, giving it a more snack-like feel. The third was a Coffee Frappuccino, a simple yet delicious drink that allowed me to savor the taste of coffee. Starbucks is known for its Frappuccinos, but I also find their coffee to be delicious. After retiring, S-san occasionally sends me emails, and he seems to be doing well. Through S-san, I can sense that his wife's condition is not worsening. The attached photos of his growing grandchild bring a smile to my face, and as I enjoy my Frappuccinos, I hope that S-san's future will be filled with smiles as well. This is a record of my gratitude.

I chose pineapple over the limited peach option. I've been drinking peach juice continuously lately, so I chose pineapple this time. The diced fruit pulp was crunchy and refreshing. I mixed it with whipped cream towards the end, and even though the cream was cold and frozen, it was delicious until the last drop. Thank you for the meal!

I tried to go to the ward office near Kudanshita, but there are few places open around 8 am for breakfast. McDonald's is not my first choice. I found a Starbucks nearby and went in. They have wraps, sandwiches, and sweet treats. The prices are a bit high, but the food tastes good. I ordered a wrap, chocolate chip scone, and iced coffee. There are about 20 seats, so it's a bit small, but since most people get takeout in the morning, I was able to find a seat. Thank you for the meal.

Recently, I have had some business at the Chiyoda Ward Office and have used the Starbucks Coffee Kudanshita store several times. It is located right in front of the Kudanshita subway station exit, which is convenient when it's raining. The store has two floors, with a one-way system on the first floor from the entrance to the back of the store for COVID-19 prevention measures. Starbucks Coffee offers mobile ordering, and this store also accepts it, so it's recommended to place your order in advance to minimize contact. I usually order a hot latte, tall size, and have been adding honey recently. It's nice to receive comments like this, "Thank you for the meal. The taste is consistent at all stores, and the high quality of customer service makes it a reliable place to use."

I had been to the Starbucks near Kudanshita Station before, but I didn't realize there was one here as well. From the outside, it looked small, but there was a spacious second floor where you could relax. The Frappuccino I had after walking a lot was very delicious!

When heading to Pronto in the past, the name of the bridge that left a lasting impression was "Sohashiba". While reading the beloved series "Hanadayori" by Ikeda Takada, I realized that Tsuruya-san's shop was in this area. I wanted to visit the site of the restaurant, which, like a family, served delicious meals with care for each other. The restaurant had counter seats facing the window on the first floor, as well as L-shaped bench seats. On the second floor, reached by the building's stairs, there were various seating options, including bench seats by the wall, single seats facing the window, 2-person seats, 4-person seats, and a large table with outlets. I chose a seat by the window overlooking the greenery along the river. I ordered the following items (excluding tax): - Cookie & Cream Chiffon Cake 380 yen - Cafe Mist (Tall) 380 yen The chiffon cake was moist, topped with a lightly sweetened cream and non-sweet chocolate cookie. It was a light and delicious cake. The Cafe Mist uses drip coffee instead of espresso, making it eligible for "One More Coffee" promotion. It allows you to enjoy the bitterness of the coffee, and even in a Tall size, it doesn't get boring. I noticed a "local limited" American Scone Melty Choco Nut at the Starbucks in Odawara Station, which made me even more curious about the specific region it represents.

Started on February 28th, the Frappuccino! I was looking forward to it, but... there was a lot of coffee jelly at the bottom, and the top of the Frappuccino had a syrupy coffee jelly flavor. It was a bit sweet, but in a subtle way that made me crave something sweet... The cone was different, usually it has a strong butter flavor, but Starbucks' version had a strong wheat flour aroma. It was nice in its simplicity. This Starbucks location is often occupied by high school students on weekdays...

I always look forward to the frappes here! I always walk from Jimbocho after having a meal. This time I tried the chocolate flavor, which was quite sweet. There were cookies at the bottom, giving a crunchy texture which was enjoyable! I also bought churros to go with it. The churros had a chewy texture, but the taste was so-so. Haha. Is it Valentine's Day already? At this age, it's not really necessary anymore. Haha.

The pistachio frappe, designed to look like a Christmas tree, was worth the wait! This frappe was a hit! Unlike other frappes, the ice chunks were not too big, so the flavor didn't disappear at the end. The nuts inside were very fragrant and creamy. I would love to have it again during the season!

I went to Starbucks the other day and tried another new product that I hadn't tried before! It's a Halloween series where you can enjoy two different flavors, so it's nice to have a choice. It's located about a 2-minute walk from Kudanshita Station. Inside the store, there are a few table seats, and when you go upstairs, there are plenty of seats. The customers were mostly young people. What I ordered was the Halloween Princess Frappuccino for 590 yen. It's a Frappuccino made with sweet milk with an apple flavor! I tried both flavors, but I liked the one with more milk. It had a strong milk flavor, and the Frappuccino with apple accents was really good. I would like to try another new product again in the future.

I tried the Halloween Witch Frappuccino and Princess Frappuccino before the new Frappuccino comes out on November 1st! Both are apple-themed and cost 590 yen excluding tax. I compared the two drinks! The Witch Frappuccino has a strong apple acidity, but not as much chocolate flavor as expected. The red at the bottom is all apple bits. The Princess Frappuccino is sweet with a milky vanilla ice cream taste. It comes with wings on the cup, which is cute!

I rushed into a shop near the intersection of Kudanshita looking for a WiFi environment. I ordered a drip (S) coffee! Starbucks has many locations in Tokyo, so it's very helpful when in need. Instagram ID: kuidaore.8.

I have used this place several times. Before I knew it, I was coming here a lot. I got really excited when they had a Raspberry Frappuccino. But I wonder if coffee cream with raspberry is a good combination. It was a strange taste, but it's not bad. The second floor is cozy and I feel like I could settle in here. It's usually not too crowded, especially on days off. I'd like to come here on weekday mornings. There was a Christmas-themed photo booth, so I tried it out. It turned out nice.

There is also a second floor, spacious and easy to work in! I had a sweet treat and two cups of coffee.

After going to Sanmaruku Cafe, I had some time before a meeting so I decided to go again❗ There seemed to be a second floor, but I was asked to check the seating before ordering. Very kind✨ It was quite crowded. I had a latte.