“Neko Neko,” a popular Japanese bakery and sweets brand, is releasing a new item so cute you won’t be able to resist taking a photo. Starting Monday, February 2, 2026, the “Nyantomo Oishii (Meow-tifully Delicious) Scone: Hachiware Cocoa” and “Nyantomo Oishii Scone: Hachiware Strawberry” will be available at the Japanese convenience store (Konbini) chain “Ministop” and other locations nationwide.
“Neko Neko” is a Japanese brand based on the concept of adding the cuteness of “cats” to daily bread and sweets to provide a sense of healing. This time, cat-shaped scones have joined the lineup, perfect for an afternoon snack time or as a “Small Gift” for a friend.
Nyantomo Oishii Scone: Hachiware Cocoa
This product combines cocoa-flavored dough with milk-flavored dough to express the “Hachiware” pattern, a cat marking beloved in Japan. “Hachiware” refers to a cat where the facial markings split down the nose like the Kanji character for “Eight” (八). Beyond its adorable appearance, the brand focused on a unique texture that crumbles gently in your mouth, baked to a pleasant firmness. Characterized by the gentle flavors of cocoa and milk, it offers a taste you’ll want to enjoy with hot coffee or tea during a break from work or sightseeing.
The release date is Monday, February 2, 2026. The reference retail price is 260 yen (tax included). It will be sold at Ministop stores nationwide (approx. 1,800 stores), as well as supermarkets and drugstores starting February 2, 2026. Sales will also begin sequentially at “Neko Neko” attached stores across Japan from March 1, 2026. A key feature is the enjoyment of the gentle sweetness of cocoa and milk.
Nyantomo Oishii Scone: Hachiware Strawberry
This flavor features a pink color that evokes the feeling of a Japanese spring. Sweet and sour strawberry-flavored dough and creamy, rich milk dough are marbled to create the cute “Hachiware pattern.” The sharp acidity of the strawberry and the cuteness of the look are sure to make your usual snack time feel a little special.
The release date is Monday, February 2, 2026. The reference retail price is 260 yen (tax included). It will be sold at Ministop stores nationwide (approx. 1,800 stores), as well as supermarkets and drugstores starting February 2, 2026. Sales will also begin sequentially at “Neko Neko” attached stores across Japan from March 1, 2026. Its appeal lies in the sweet and sour taste of strawberry and milk.
Dedication to Crumbly Texture and Hachiware Patterns
The biggest feature of this new release is undoubtedly its unique visuals and texture. It is not merely shaped like a cat; the fact that different doughs are combined to express the traditional Japanese cat pattern “Hachiware” is a point that will likely tickle the hearts of cat lovers worldwide.
They were also thorough regarding the texture, realizing a “pleasant firmness that crumbles away.” By suppressing the dryness often typical of scones and pursuing a melt-in-the-mouth quality, it is finished to be easily eaten even without a drink. It is sure to be appreciated not only as a treat for yourself but also as a Japanese souvenir for cat-loving friends.
If you are interested, please check out its cute appearance at a nearby Ministop or supermarket during your stay in Japan.
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