1. Starbucks Japan introduced a new seasonal drink called the Joyful Medley Tea Frappuccino on November 1, 2025. It's a mix of black, oolong, and jasmine teas flavored with apricot and mirabelle plum, served over blended ice and milk, with large strawberry slices at the bottom.

2. The drink comes with a red-and-white color scheme, symbolizing Christmas, marking the start of Starbucks Japan's holiday season offerings. For an extra charge, customers can also get a holiday-themed cookie as a topping.

3. SoraNews24's resident Frappuccino expert, K. Masami, tasted both the Joyful Medley Tea Frappuccino and its companion latte. They found the drinks to have a delightful blend of flavors, with sweet and tart notes from the fruit and a clean finish of tea notes. The Frappuccino's strawberry mousse topping and the latte's strawberry mousse enhancement add extra sweetness and a cozy, comforting taste. However, these drinks are seasonal and their availability is limited but unspecified.