{
  "id": 11685253,
  "title": "Starbucks Japan says sayonara to the Filone for new sandwiches and a Pumpkin Soupuccino",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/starbucks-japan-says-sayonara-to-the-filone-for-new-sandwiches-and-a",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T13:00:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SoraNews24",
    "slug": "soranews24",
    "url": "https://soranews24.com/2026/10/03/starbucks-japan-says-sayonara-to-the-filone-for-new-sandwiches-and-a-pumpkin-soupuccino/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Starbucks Japan has announced the end of the Filone sandwich era, replacing it with a new baguette option. The Filone, an Italian-inspired sourdough bread with a crispy crust, had been a staple on the menu for around 18 years. However, Starbucks decided to switch to a regular baguette, sparking curiosity and apprehension among regular customers.\n\nThe new Ham & Gouda Cheese Baguette Sandwich, priced at 540 yen (US$3.42), was introduced to fill the void left by the Filone. Customers who were used to the Filone's distinct taste found the new sandwich to be a closer match in flavor. Additionally, the \"Herb Sausage\" sandwich, which had also been a Filone favorite, retained its original taste in the new offering.\n\nTo mark the occasion, Starbucks also launched a Pumpkin Soupuccino (500 yen), a frothy pumpkin soup with a creamy pumpkin taste, a hint of maple flavor, and spices like black pepper and nutmeg. The soup was designed to give a light and airy mouthfeel while keeping the bold pumpkin flavor intact.\n\nOverall, Starbucks Japan's decision to replace the Filone with a baguette and introduce the Pumpkin Soupuccino has been well-received by locals, who appreciate the changes in both taste and affordability.",
  "summary": "Things are changing at Starbucks, but is it for the better? While the spotlight at Starbucks tends to shine firmly on the drinks in Japan, there are a lot of delicious meals on the menu too. One food option that had a lot of love from locals was the Filone sandwich, with filone being a […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Starbucks Japan retiring Filone sandwich after 18 years",
    "Introducing Ham & Gouda Cheese Baguette Sandwich as replacement",
    "Launching Pumpkin Soupuccino as new seasonal drink"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}