All company-owned Starbucks locations will default to ceramic mugs for customers consuming beverages in stores, and will also bring back condiment bars this week. According to a press release from ...

Stores in urban areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards and Osaka City, will see 4 percent hikes. The company has over 1,900 outlets nationwide. Starbucks has raised prices in Japan every year since 2022.

When customers walk into Starbucks on Monday, the vibes will be different. At least, that’s the goal. Workers will ask guests if they want drinks for here or to go, offering ceramic mugs to ...