The Japanese Konbini chain, 7-Eleven, has some can’t-miss news for sweets fans. The limited-edition ice cream, a collaboration with the wildly popular baked goods brand “N.Y.C.SAND (New York City Sand)”—a treat people say is “worth lining up for”—is returning for the first time in nearly two years.
Starting Tuesday, December 16, 2025, two varieties will be rolled out sequentially at 7-Eleven stores all across Japan: an all-new waffle cone type and a cup ice cream that further pursues the texture of its ingredients. It’s set to be the perfect special reward to close out the year.
First Off, What’s So Great About “N.Y.C.SAND”?
For our readers overseas who may not be familiar, “N.Y.C.SAND” is a special sweets brand that you can typically only get at major department stores in Japan. Its popularity is immense, with long lines often forming outside its shops, even on weekdays.
Its signature product, the “N.Y. Caramel Sand,” is a truly legendary confection, having earned the #1 spot in a famous department store’s 2024 “Must-Buy Souvenir Ranking.”
So, the fact that you can casually enjoy the taste of such a hard-to-get sweet at 7-Eleven, which can be found all across Japan, should tell you what a rare opportunity this collaboration is. Past collaborations have been major successes, and this revival has been eagerly anticipated by many fans.
A Series First! The “N.Y.C.SAND Waffle Cone N.Y. Caramel Sand Ice”
Making its debut is this item, a masterful waffle cone ice cream interpretation of the brand’s signature “N.Y. Caramel Sand.”
Price: 318 yen (343.44 yen with tax). It will be rolled out sequentially at stores all across Japan starting Tuesday, December 16.
A Duet of Rich Caramel and Aromatic Chocolate
The heart of this ice cream, so to speak, is the special caramel ice cream that reflects N.Y.C.SAND’s meticulous standards. It luxuriously uses fresh cream and brown sugar to create a flavor that is both rich and gentle.
It is then swirled with a vibrantly flavored chocolate ice cream, allowing the dense sweetness and cocoa aroma to meld in your mouth with every bite, leaving a sophisticated aftertaste. What’s more, the crispy waffle cone uses unsalted butter, which successfully reproduces the fragrant aroma of the butter cookies from the original treat.
A key feature is the generous swirl of caramel sauce that winds from the bottom of the cone to the top, ensuring you can savor the caramel flavor from the first bite to the last. This meticulously crafted sauce brings all the flavors together in perfect harmony.
Enjoy the Textures! “N.Y.C.SAND N.Y. Rich Scotch Sand & W Chocolate Ice”
The second offering is a cup-style ice cream inspired by the popular product “N.Y. Rich Scotch Sand & W Chocolate.” It was previously available as an ice cream bar, but its reinvention as a cup has allowed for an even greater focus on the “texture of its ingredients.”
Price: 298 yen (321.84 yen with tax). This, too, will be rolled out at stores all across Japan starting Tuesday, December 16.
A Symphony of Textures Woven from Five Ingredients
Upon opening the lid, the first thing you’ll see is a dense layer of almond crunch covering the top. Underneath lies a rich layer of chocolate, mimicking the decadent look of the original confection.
Then, scattered within the main caramel ice cream are an incredible five different components: “candied almonds,” “chocolate chips,” “caramel candy chips,” “butter cookie crunch,” and a “chocolate coating.”
Thanks to this, every spoonful offers a different delightful texture—crunchy, crisp, and crackly—along with a fragrant aroma, making it as fun as a treasure hunt. It’s an incredibly satisfying dessert that reveals a new character with every single bite.
A Special Reward for Yourself
This chance to experience the flavor of a shop that draws long lines, available at your local 7-Eleven in Japan, is truly a special, limited-time gift. As a reward for all your hard work this past year, why not treat yourself to a sweet, happy moment that will warm your heart this winter?
Both items are available in limited quantities, so we recommend checking them out early if you’re interested.
You can find more detailed brand information on the official website.
https://www.nycsand.site (Japanese Link)
Source (Japanese): N.Y.C.SAND限定コラボアイスが数量限定で新発売「N.Y.C.SAND ワッフルコーンN.Y.キャラメルサンドアイス」「N.Y.C.SAND N.Y.リッチスカッチサンド＆Wチョコレートアイス」
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