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Starbucks Japan has released its latest Miniature Collection, featuring adorable mini versions of iconic to-go items like the matcha Frappuccino, waffle, and chocolate chunk scone. Available only through the Starbucks Rewards program, these highly detailed figurines have captured the hearts of fans across Japan.
Starbucks Enthusiast K. Masami Reviews Japan's Miniature Collection, Highlighting Incredible Craftsmanship
Starbucks Japan has again delighted its fans by releasing a new set of Miniature Collection figurines, available exclusively through its Starbucks Rewards program. This latest batch, focusing on to-go orders, follows up on the first June collection featuring mini versions of eat-in meals.
Japanese-language reporter, K. Masami, a self-proclaimed Starbucks enthusiast, couldn’t resist the allure of these meticulously detailed miniatures. She eagerly visited her local Starbucks and returned with a beaming smile after securing the new collection. The set includes a mini matcha Frappuccino, waffle, chocolate chunk scone, and even to-scale napkins and pastry bags.
The craftsmanship on the mini matcha Frappuccino particularly impressed Masami, and it’s easy to see why—Frappuccinos are one of Starbucks Japan’s most iconic offerings. The tiny straw even has a proper hole down the middle, and the QR code on the cup is fully scannable, adding a surprising level of authenticity.
Masami also picked up full-size versions of the items in the collection to compare the miniatures to their life-sized counterparts. She was struck by how closely the mini waffle and scone resemble the accurate Starbucks versions, speculating that 3-D scanning technology may have been used to achieve such detail.
Starbucks Miniatures Offer Charming Desk Décor, Exclusively Available to Rewards Members With 400 Stars
One minor drawback of the miniatures is that they don’t come with straps or chains, meaning they can’t be clipped to bags or keys. However, as Masami pointed out, adding such accessories would detract from the realistic design. Instead, she has found a perfect spot for them on her work desk, where her little kaiju figures enjoy a well-deserved snack break.
The Miniature Collection can only be redeemed by Starbucks Rewards members who have accumulated 400 stars, which requires around 20,000 yen (US$135) in purchases. The idea isn’t to encourage customers to spend that amount simultaneously but to reward regulars like Masami with exclusive and charming memorabilia. As a dedicated fan, Masami is already hoping for a third Miniature Collection release in the future.
