Starbucks Japan opens store in historic seaside quarantine station near Tokyo.
Starbucks opens a cafe in a historical Yokohama building once used for quarantine, preserving its original features and character.
Imagine sipping on Starbucks coffee in a place that used to deal with infectious diseases. Yeah, you heard me! Starbucks has a knack for picking unique historic sites in Japan, and it just scored a big one: the old No. 1 Building of the Nagahama Quarantine Station in Yokohama, built in 1895.
This charming building was once a waiting area for folks undergoing quarantine before they could step foot in Japan. Now, it’s getting a facelift, with Starbucks taking over half and turning the other half into an exhibition space to tell the building's rich history. And don’t worry; they’re keeping that Taishō era wallpaper and adding cool furnishings to give it a heritage lounge vibe. It’s not just about coffee; it’s about history, too! Opened on August 10, you can catch this beauty right in Umi no Koen, facing a stunning waterfront. Perfect for your summer coffee fix!
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