Ho Chi Minh City's Japanese-style café "Kocha Matcha Spot" has rolled outa 2-liter matcha latte,which is drawing attention on social media. The price is399,000 dong (about 2,400 yen).It's a giant glass that uses20 gramsof matcha per serving, and the shop calls on people to "enjoy it in groups of 3–4 or more." It's currently offered at each of the District 1, District 2 (Thao Dien), and District 3 locations.
A comically giant glass
The signature 2-liter latte is a cup whose visual impact translates directly into photogenic appeal. It's not an amount for one person to finish, but designed as a shared drink premised on splitting it among several people. The shop humorously warns that "drinking too much in one day will get you drunk (say) on matcha," hinting at the strength of 20 grams of matcha.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Shop name | Kocha Matcha Spot |
| Menu | 2-liter matcha latte (20g matcha) |
| Price | 399,000 dong (about 2,400 yen) |
| Recommended number of people | 3–4 or more |
| Serving locations | District 1, District 2 (Thao Dien), District 3 |
Limited daily quantity, first come, first served
Because each location limits the daily number of 2-liter lattes served, if you want to be sure to drink one, coming early is safest. Some locations have Japanese-style tatami seating, set up so you can savor matcha in a calm space. With minimalist interiors and soft lighting, it's a place that catches travelers who are tea people rather than coffee people.
Matcha cafés spreading in the "country of coffee"
Vietnam is a major coffee-producing region, but among young urbanites, Japanese-style matcha cafés are gaining presence. The experience of gathering around a giant glass together suits group customers who seek photos and buzz. For Japanese doing café-hopping in Ho Chi Minh City, it's a shop worth remembering as an option beyond coffee.
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