Starbucks Japan releases a stunning array of limited-edition merchandise every year — making them highly coveted treasures for collectors around the world. With in-store purchases often requiring long lines or luck in a lottery system, Mercari JP has become a key platform for fans to score these exclusive items. Let’s take a look at the 6 popular Starbucks limited-edition collections and explore how you can easily score them in Singapore!
Table of Contents
→I. More About Starbucks JP Exclusives
→II. Starbucks JP Limited-Edition Collections
→III. How to Score Starbucks Exclusives on Mercari JP?
→IV. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (APP)
→V. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (Website)
I. More About Starbucks JP Exclusives
1. What Makes Starbucks JP Exclusives So Special?
Every year, Starbucks JP releases a wide range of limited-edition merchandise — some exclusive to certain regions, others tied to seasonal events. From city-themed mugs to special holiday cups, these items often incorporate uniquely Japanese cultural elements or feature collaborations with well-known brands, making each release truly one of a kind.
For example, the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Nakameguro offers exclusive merchandise inspired by the iconic cherry blossoms along the Meguro River. The designs don’t just reflect the scenery, but they capture the entire ambiance of sakura season. Starbucks JP also regularly teams up with top Japanese fashion labels like Porter and BEAMS, creating buzzworthy collections.
2. What Types of Limited-Edition Items Does Starbucks Japan Offer?
The range of exclusive merchandise from Starbucks JP is impressive, spanning from stylish drinkware to lifestyle items like tote bags, stationery, and keychains. These products are usually released in limited quantities and are available only at select Starbucks stores across Japan. With demand far exceeding supply, it can be quite challenging to get the items.
That’s where Mercari Japan comes in. As a go-to secondhand marketplace, it gives fans another shot at purchasing rare Starbucks items they missed. Pairing it with Buy&Ship’s proxy shopping service, Singaporean fans can easily order their favorite collectibles without dealing with the complications of overseas transactions!
II. Starbucks JP Limited-Edition Collections
1. Nakameguro Reserve Roastery Exclusives
The Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Tokyo in Nakameguro is the flagship concept store, featuring an exclusive retail section with limited-edition merchandise. This includes mugs, insulated bottles, and tote bags, often designed with architectural illustrations of the store or stamped with the release year.
What makes the Nakameguro collection unique is its Tokyo-inspired design. Items feature cherry blossoms from the Meguro River and details from architect Kengo Kuma’s building. Due to limited stock, many quickly sell out and resurface on secondhand platforms like Mercari JP.
2. Starbucks Cherry Blossom Collections
Every spring, Starbucks JP launches a dreamy Sakura-themed collection featuring tumblers, bottles, cold cups, tote bags, and stationery. Plus, each region often gets unique designs. Since styles vary each year and are only available for a limited time, many fans eagerly collect them season after season.
The Sakura Series usually launches between February and March, with different patterns and color schemes in each release. Popular designs—like gradient pink tumblers or double-walled cups with 3D blossoms—often sell out on the very first day.
3. Starbucks × Porter Collaboration
Starbucks JP has teamed up multiple times with Porter Yoshida & Co. The collections feature a sleek, functional streetwear vibe, with items like stainless steel tumblers and crossbody utility bags.
These items are usually sold in limited quantities through Starbucks JP’s official online store and occasionally at the Tokyo Roastery. Due to their rarity, they often sell out immediately upon release.
4. Starbucks × BEAMS Collaboration
BEAMS, a beloved Japanese brand among young trendsetters, brings a street-casual edge to its collaborations with Starbucks. Over the past two summers, the two brands released themed collections—ranging from American collegiate style to outdoor adventure gear.
The lineup included not just classic items like tumblers, mugs, T-shirts, and tote bags, but also fun extras like folding chairs, carabiners, and bandanas.
5. Starbucks × Converse Tokyo Collaboration
Converse Tokyo, a Japan-exclusive fashion and accessories line, collaborated with Starbucks for the Star Festival in 2021 and 2023. The collection featured romantic, starry-night themes with galaxy-inspired designs. Fashion-forward items like earrings, bucket bags, and bandanas.
As the collections were released years ago, they’ve become rare collectibles—with only a few pieces still found on Mercari JP.
6. Starbucks Zodiac & New Year Collection
Starbucks JP releases festive collections inspired by the year’s zodiac sign and traditional Japanese New Year themes at the start of each year. Popular items include mugs, plush toys, accessories, and especially the zodiac-themed mugs and Daruma tumblers.
Some of these items are exclusive to the Tokyo Reserve Roastery, adding to their rarity. Older editions often appear on secondhand platforms like Mercari, where collectors hunt for past-year designs.
Didn’t see your favorite collection? Head over to Mercari JP and start your treasure hunt—you never know what rare gem you’ll find!
III. How to Score Starbucks Exclusives on Mercari JP?
1. Why is Mercari JP the Go-To Platform for Starbucks Collectibles?
Most of Starbucks Japan’s limited-edition items are only available in-store, often requiring long waits, advance reservations, or lottery wins—making them hard to access for fans outside Japan. Meanwhile, Mercari offers a convenient, reliable, and relatively transparent way to shop. Many local buyers and collectors resell brand-new or barely used Starbucks exclusives on Mercari. With a wide range of listings, it’s easy to find specific series or items from past years!
2. Tips for Scoring Starbucks Exclusives on Mercari
Assess the Seller’s Trustworthiness:
When shopping on Mercari JP, these key indicators can help you assess a seller’s trustworthiness:
Seller Profile & Sales History: Be cautious if a seller account is newly created and only lists one expensive item. Trusted sellers usually have multiple items for sale and have been active for a while.
Ratings & Transaction Feedback: Sellers with many completed sales and high positive ratings are generally more reliable. Look for reviews mentioning phrases like “great quality” (品質が良かった) or “item as described” (説明通りだった). Avoid sellers with complaints like “item not as described” or “never arrived.”
Mercari Verification Badges: Look for sellers with an official identity verification badge, indicating their personal info has been checked by Mercari. A “High Rating” badge also signals consistently positive reviews in recent transactions.
Product Descriptions & Authenticity Guarantees: Good sellers provide detailed product descriptions and may include proof of purchase (e.g., receipts or tags). Some listings also support Mercari’s optional “安心鑑定” service—a third-party authentication you can purchase for extra peace of mind.
Watch Out for Fake Review Tactics: Be wary of sellers using multiple accounts to post fake positive reviews. This is common in the collectibles market. If you notice rapid transactions with nearly identical feedback—especially if they only fulfill orders from proxy services and not Japanese buyers—it’s a red flag (see example image below).
In the example above, both buyer and seller accounts are leaving nearly identical reviews within a short time frame, possibly indicating self-reviewing or review manipulation between linked accounts
Well-Packaged and Properly Stored Items
Many sellers on Mercari take extra care to store and pack their items to preserve their condition and ensure safe delivery. When browsing listings, keep an eye out for these common seller descriptions that signal good handling:
- 直射日光の当たらない場所で保管しています：Stored away from direct sunlight
- 高温多湿を避け、風通しの良い場所で保管しています：Kept in a well-ventilated, dry place
- 喫煙者・ペットなしの環境で保管しています：Stored in a smoke-free, pet-free environment
- プチプチで包み、ダンボールに入れて発送します：Packed with bubble wrap and shipped in a cardboard box
- 防水対策をして発送します：Waterproof packaging included
- 発送時は厳重に梱包して発送致します：Carefully packed for secure shipping
3. Why is a proxy service needed for Mercari JP?
Mercari JP requires a Japanese phone number for membership registration and restricts access to local IPs. It also does not support international shipping, making it difficult for overseas users to shop directly.
Why Buy&Ship?
Read More: How to buy from Mercari Japan in Singapore? Enjoy $0 Service with Buy&Ship Proxy shopping
IV. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (App)
Step 1
Click “Mercari proxy order” to search by products or just click “place order” if you already have a link.
Step 2
Click the “Create new request” button to start creating a proxy order. Paste the item’s URL from Mercari into the designated field.
Step 3
After pasting the item link, confirm the item name, quantity, and any additional details. Once verified, click “Save.”
Step 4
heck the order summary. If you have a promo code, click “Add” to apply it. Confirm all details and click “Submit request” to complete your order.
V. Mercari Japan Proxy Shopping Tutorial (Website)
Step 1
Go to Buy&Ship website to log in or register as a member.
Step 2
Go to the Proxy Shopping page and click the “Place Order” button to create an order.
Step 3
After selecting Japan warehouse, click on “Request An Item.”
Step 4
In the pop-up section on the right, provide accurate information such as the product page URL, product description, product image, and other details.
Within one order, you can add up to 10 items from the same online store. (If the items are from different websites, you will need to submit a new order.)
Then click “Next.”
Step 5
Simply copy and paste the product information displayed on the shopping website. (If the original product description is in Japanese, please copy the Japanese content as the product data.)
After filling in the product details, click “Save” to continue the ordering process.
Step 6
Enter the promo code (if applicable) and click “Confirm”. Wait patiently for us to confirm your order and arrange for payment. Once that is done, your ordering process will be complete!
