This spring, three Taiwanese food brands are releasing new seasonal items designed to support both mind and body during a time of change. Taiwan Ten Shouten, wanna manna, and Banka — all operated by Grace Co., Ltd. — are each approaching the theme of "Restoring Balance with Taiwanese Cuisine" from a different angle: drinks, soups, and sweets.
Spring is a season when new beginnings and shifting environments can take a toll on both mood and health. These new offerings draw on Taiwan's food culture to provide everyday options that are easy to incorporate into daily life.
Taiwan Ten Shouten: Spring Tapioca Drinks
Taiwan Ten Shouten, a specialty store for Taiwanese cuisine and sweets, is releasing spring-limited tapioca drinks using seasonal ingredients. The lineup features Taiwan-grown strawberries and cherry blossom to capture the spirit of the season.
Spring Strawberry Milk Tea
The store's most popular sweet milk tea, made with Taiwan-grown Assam tea, is paired with tangy Taiwan-grown strawberry jam from Dahu, Miaoli County — one of Taiwan's premier strawberry-producing regions. The jam is coarsely crushed to deliver a fresh, just-picked flavor. Fresh-cooked tapioca completes the drink, with whipped cream piped on top to blend in for a creamier finish.
Cherry Blossom Milk
A special cherry blossom syrup is poured generously into the cup, followed by freshly cooked tapioca and rich milk. A soft cherry blossom whipped cream topping adds a springtime flourish. Mixing the syrup and milk together evokes the feel of sitting under cherry trees in full bloom.
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Spring Strawberry Milk Tea | ¥720 (tax included) |
| Cherry Blossom Milk | ¥720 (tax included) |
- Iced only (no hot option)
- Sold at: All Taiwan Ten Shouten locations nationwide
- Sales period: Friday, March 6, 2026 – Tuesday, April 21, 2026
wanna manna: Taiwanese Breakfast for Inner Balance
Taiwanese breakfast café wanna manna is spotlighting a food tradition deeply rooted in Taiwanese culture: eating warm soups and congee to care for the body from within. In Taiwan, this practice is observed year-round as a way to maintain balance and wellbeing — a habit the café brings to Japan.
The Taiwan Mana Soup Set centers on xian doujiang (鹹豆漿), a classic Taiwanese breakfast made by adding black vinegar to warm soy milk to create a soft, curd-like consistency. The set also includes two daily rotating side dishes and a daily rotating drink. Upgrading from xian doujiang to Taiwanese congee is available for an additional ¥200.
Daily Side Dishes:
| Day | Combination |
|---|---|
| Monday | Energy Boost (fried egg + chicken breast) |
| Tuesday | Detox (fried egg + Korean kimchi) |
| Wednesday | Taiwan Stamina (fried egg + Taiwanese sausage) |
| Thursday | Classic Taiwan (fried egg + pork furikake) |
| Friday | Double Egg Charge (fried egg + century egg) |
Toppings can be added in any quantity:
¥100 – Basic Toppings
Veggie meat flakes (sùròu sōng), Korean kimchi, zha cai, takana (pickled greens), curry powder
¥150 – Balance & Color Toppings
Fried egg, spinach, chicken breast
¥200 – Authentic Taiwanese Toppings
Pork floss (ròu sōng), century egg (pidan)
¥250 – Premium Toppings
Taiwanese sausage (1/2 piece), bacon (2 slices)
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Taiwan Mana Soup Set | from ¥1,280 (tax included) |
- Sold at: wanna manna Minamimorimachi / Iidabashi Sakura Terrace
- Sales period: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – end date TBD
Banka: Spring Mini Pound Cakes with Taiwanese Ingredients
Banka (万華), a Taiwanese confectionery specialty store with its main shop on Osaka's Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street in Minamimorimachi, is launching a new mini pound cake series at its Banka1220 Takashimaya Osaka location. These bite-sized cakes pair Taiwanese teas, fruits, and almonds with the expertise of a dedicated Taiwanese confectionery shop, designed to elevate spring tea time.
Honey Pine
A rich batter made with longan (ryugan) honey from Taiwan is paired with sweet-and-tart Taiwan pineapple paste. The aromatic depth of the honey and the characteristic tartness of Taiwanese pineapple come together in a single piece.
Almond (Xingren)
Almond powder is generously kneaded into a moist dough, topped with a light, crumbly topping that creates a pleasant contrast in texture alongside the natural almond fragrance.
Fig & Oriental Beauty
A two-layer design features Taiwan's iconic Oriental Beauty (Dongfang Meiren) tea and longan honey dough, with dried figs layered inside. The refined sweetness of longan honey, the fragrant Oriental Beauty tea, and the textural pop of dried figs create a playful yet refined taste.
Additional flavors also available: Jasmine, Oriental Beauty, Lemon Jasmine.
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Honey Pine | ¥451 (tax included) |
| Jasmine | ¥451 (tax included) |
| Oriental Beauty Tea | ¥451 (tax included) |
| Almond | ¥481 (tax included) |
| Lemon Jasmine | ¥481 (tax included) |
| Fig Oriental Beauty Tea | ¥481 (tax included) |
| 3-piece Set | ¥1,531 (tax included) |
| 6-piece Set | ¥2,941 (tax included) |
- Sold at: Banka1220 Takashimaya Osaka only (not available at Banka Minamimorimachi)
- Sales period: Available now, end date TBD
Banka: Spring-Limited Strawberry Milk Taiwan Castella
Banka's signature Taiwan castella is getting a spring-limited "Strawberry Milk" flavor. The cloud-like sponge base is infused with the sweet-tart flavor of seasonal strawberries and a gentle milky richness, resulting in a springtime creation with vibrant color and aroma.
White chocolate chips are mixed into the batter, and a crumble topping adds a delicate milky note that complements the strawberry's sweetness. The fresh, fragrant character of the strawberry brings a light and airy finish to each bite.
| Store | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Banka Tenjinbashi Main Store | Half size | ¥1,180 (tax included) |
| Banka Tenjinbashi Main Store | Full size | ¥1,780 (tax included) |
| Banka1220 Takashimaya Osaka | Square size | ¥831 (tax included) |
- Sizes and prices vary by location
- Sales period: Thursday, March 5, 2026 – Wednesday, April 22, 2026
- The release date at Banka1220 Takashimaya Osaka will be announced via Instagram once confirmed
