The globally beloved tea brand “Gong cha” is once again teaming up with one of Japan’s leading convenience store chains, 7-Eleven Japan, to launch a brand-new bottled beverage. This latest release is the “Gong cha Strawberry Wa-Kocha Milk Tea,” the first of its kind in Gong cha’s bottled drink series.
Its standout feature, perfect for the cold season, is that it can be enjoyed both hot and cold. The drink will be available exclusively at 7-Eleven stores nationwide in Japan starting Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
The Japanese Drink Scene: Enjoying Authentic Tea at Convenience Stores
In Japan, a diverse range of teas, such as black and fruit teas, have been gaining popularity in recent years, alongside traditional favorites like green tea and coffee. Reflecting this trend, 7-Eleven, in collaboration with the popular tea brand “Gong cha” and beverage manufacturer “Kirin Beverage,” has been offering bottled drinks since last year that allow customers to easily enjoy authentic, high-quality flavors.
The ability to purchase a café-quality drink 24/7 at a local convenience store is a unique charm of the Japanese lifestyle. This new product represents the latest in that collaboration, finally bringing a fruit milk tea long-awaited by Gong cha fans to the shelves in a bottled format.
A Sweet and Luxurious Strawberry Flavor Perfect for Winter
This “Strawberry Wa-Kocha Milk Tea” features the strawberry flavor, which is one of the most popular choices among Gong cha’s limited-time offerings.
The tea base is made from 100% “Wa-Kocha” (Japanese black tea) grown in Kagoshima Prefecture. Wa-Kocha is a type of black tea made from leaves cultivated in Japan’s unique climate and soil. Compared to black teas from other countries, it is known for having less bitterness and a characteristically mild and gentle aroma.
This smooth Wa-Kocha is exquisitely balanced with a vibrant, rich sweetness reminiscent of whole strawberries. The creaminess of the milk comes through clearly, creating a satisfying yet clean finish and an overall elegant taste.
Notably, the drink’s appeal is further enhanced when enjoyed hot. Heating it allows the rich aroma of the Wa-Kocha to gently unfold, creating a more luxurious tea experience. It’s the perfect treat to reward yourself on a busy day or to warm up when you’re feeling chilled.
Product Details
Product Name
Gong cha Strawberry Wa-Kocha Milk Tea (HOT & COLD)
Price
178 yen (192.24 yen including tax)
Release Date
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Sales Area
7-Eleven stores nationwide in Japan
The drink comes in a 280ml bottle. While the strawberry flavor is derived from an extract of the famous “Amao” brand strawberries from Fukuoka Prefecture, the drink contains no fruit juice, which contributes to its clean and refreshing taste.
For more details, please visit the official page at https://campaign.gongcha.co.jp/pet-bottle/index.html.
A New Way to Enjoy Winter in Japan
In Japanese convenience stores, the arrival of winter brings with it the “Hot Drinks Corner.” The sight of rows of bottled and canned drinks warmed in dedicated heating cabinets is a quintessential feature of winter in Japan.
This new “Strawberry Wa-Kocha Milk Tea” is poised to become the next star of these hot drink sections. If you find yourself in Japan, picking up one of these warm milk teas from a corner 7-Eleven is a perfect way to warm both body and soul.
Enjoy a winter walk in Japan with this convenient bottle, which lets you savor an authentic café-style taste on the go.
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