What are the dates and venue for the inaugural Japan Coffee Journey in SHINJUKU event?

The event runs from Wednesday, April 8th through Monday, April 13th at the 7th‑floor event space of Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku in Tokyo.

How many exhibitors are expected at the Japan Coffee Journey in SHINJUKU and what categories of participants will they represent?

A total of 27 exhibitors will participate, including top regional roasteries, three specialty sweets shops, and two companies showcasing coffee equipment and cups.

Which Hokkaido roastery is featured at the event, who founded it, and when did its coffee shop open?

The Hokkaido roastery called NODE, founded by Mr. Takahiro Yonezawa, opened its coffee shop in Sapporo in December 2022.

Who established the Osaka exhibitor ULT Coffee Roasters, and which international competition did the founder win?

ULT Coffee Roasters was established by Boran Um, who secured victory at the 2023 World Barista Championship, and is represented by Mr. Takashi Watanabe at the event.

What daily special activities will attendees experience at the venue besides the exhibitor displays?

Attendees can join special coffee seminars held each day, where they learn directly from top roasters and championship champions.

"Japan Coffee Journey in SHINJUKU" to be held from April 8th

Published Apr 1, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 29, 2026 4:13 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku will host "Japan Coffee Journey in SHINJUKU" from April 8th to 13th, featuring 27 exhibitors including roasteries from across Japan, top coffee specialists, sweets shops, and equipment manufacturers. Special coffee seminars will also be held daily.

Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku's 7th-floor event space will host the inaugural "Japan Coffee Journey in SHINJUKU" from Wednesday, April 8th to Monday, April 13th. Top roasteries representing various prefectures from Hokkaido in the north to Iriomote Island, Okinawa in the south, along with leading specialists driving Japan's coffee scene, will gather in Shinjuku. Additionally, three sweets shops proposing exquisite coffee pairings and two companies offering equipment and cups to enrich your coffee life with the latest technology will participate, totaling 27 exhibitors.

Furthermore, special coffee seminars, where attendees can learn directly from top roasters and champions, will be held daily at the venue.

【Examples of Exhibitors】

◎Roasteries

Hokkaido "NODE" Mr. Takahiro Yonezawa

"NODE" means "knot" or "connection." It is a coffee shop that opened in Sapporo in December 2022. They offer a wide range of specialty coffees, from top lots directly selected at the production site to everyday drinking lots, along with light desserts.

Osaka "ULT Coffee Roasters" Mr. Takashi Watanabe

This is a roastery established by Boran Um, who won the 2023 World Barista Championship. The shop is located in Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka, with a calm atmosphere, bustling with locals and international tourists. They offer a wide lineup, from rare lots used in competitions to daily coffees that can be enjoyed every day. Keywords: Department store, Outing, Gourmet, Sweets, Cafe, Tea, Limited, Coffee, SNS

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"Japan Coffee Journey in SHINJUKU" to be held from April 8th

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