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Cinnabon

Legendary Makara Cinnamon Rolls, Cream Cheese Frosting & Seattle's Best Coffee

Prices, ordering steps, payment details, and common mistakes — in one place.

Quick Facts

Last checked against official information: 2026-11-10.

Feature Details
Japanese nameシナボン (Cinnabon)
CategoryDining & Cafe / World-Famous Cinnamon Roll Bakery, Specialty Pastries & Seattle's Best Coffee (Cinnabon Japan Official Website)
Store Count25 locations across Japan — Kanto (Roppongi Flagship, Kichijoji, Tokyo Station Tokyo Gift Palette, Futakotamagawa), Kansai, Chugoku, and Kyushu (12 stores, including Fukuoka Hakata), operated by JR Kyushu First Foods Co., Ltd. (Store Locator)
Ordering StyleFast-casual bakery cafe: walk up to the counter; choose your cinnamon roll flavor and size; rolls served warm with freshly melted cream cheese frosting; order hot or iced coffee from integrated Seattle's Best Coffee bar; take a seat in the cafe or grab boxed takeaway packs (Cinnapacks); pay at register; clear tray upon exit
Membership Required?No reservation, membership, or ID required
Approximate Price RangeCinnabon Classic ~¥520–¥580; snack-sized Minibon ~¥360–¥420; specialty coffees and chillers ~¥450–¥650; boxed Cinnapacks (Classic 4 rolls ¥2,300; Minibon Classic 6 rolls ¥2,400); strictly zero cover charge (¥0 Otoshi); all tax-included (subject to revision)
Payment MethodsCash, major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay), Japanese transit IC cards (Suica, PASMO, SUGOCA, ICOCA), electronic money (iD, QUICPay), and smartphone QR code payments (PayPay, 楽天ペイ, d-barai)
Multilingual SupportComplete English menus, bilingual counter product labeling, and English-friendly international staff in cosmopolitan districts like Roppongi and Tokyo Station

What it is

Cinnabon Japan (シナボン), originally born in Seattle in 1985 and operated in Japan by JR Kyushu First Foods, is internationally celebrated as the undisputed global king of warm, decadent cinnamon rolls. Setting a standard that copycats cannot replicate, Cinnabon's secret lies in its proprietary "Makara Cinnamon" (マカラシナモン)—a rare, intensely sweet and fragrant cassia cinnamon harvested exclusively from high-altitude volcanic mountain ridges in Sumatra, Indonesia. Rolled inside soft, chewy yeast dough and baked fresh in-store ovens, every roll is smothered the moment it leaves the oven with Cinnabon's legendary, molten sweet cream cheese frosting (Ooey-Gooey Frosting). Co-located with Seattle's Best Coffee, it is a heavenly haven for sweet lovers and weary sightseers.

How to order

Visiting Cinnabon Japan is decadent, aromatic, and simple:

  1. Follow the warm cinnamon scent: Walk through prime shopping districts (such as Roppongi or Tokyo Skytree). The hypnotic aroma of baking cinnamon and warm brown sugar will guide you directly to the storefront!
  2. NO Otoshi cover charge: Enjoy honest dining—Cinnabon charges strictly zero table fee and zero cover charge (¥0 Otoshi)!
  3. Choose your Roll Size:
    • Cinnabon Classic (シナボンクラシック): The giant original! A mammoth, palm-sized roll dripping with rich cream cheese frosting; the ultimate decadent treat!
    • Minibon Classic (ミニボンクラシック): A bite-sized mini version (~¥360–¥420); perfect for lighter appetites or pairing with afternoon coffee!
  4. Choose your Flavor:
    • Classic (クラシック): Signature Makara cinnamon with warm melted cream cheese frosting.
    • Caramel Pecanbon (キャラメル ピーカンボン): Smothered in sweet caramel sauce and roasted crunchy Texas pecans.
    • Chocobon (チョコボン): Rolled with rich chocolate filling and drizzled with chocolate fudge sauce.
  5. Order Seattle's Best Coffee & Drinks:
    • Drip Coffee / Americano: Rich, dark roast coffee formulated specifically to cut through sweet cream cheese frosting.
    • Mocha Lattes & Chillattas: Blended iced frozen specialty beverages topped with whipped cream.
  6. Declare Eat-In or Takeout:
    • Eat-In (店内 - Tennai): Served warm on a plate with fork and knife (10% tax).
    • Takeout / Cinnapack (お持ち帰り): Pre-packaged sealed boxes (Cinnapacks) containing 4 or 6 rolls designed to take back to your hotel room (8% tax).
  7. Pay at the register: Tap your Suica transit card, credit card, or pay via cash/QR code.
  8. Enjoy the molten center: Cut directly into the center of the warm roll with your fork—the soft dough, caramelized Makara cinnamon, and gooey frosting melt together into pure bliss!
  9. Return your tray: Carry empty trays, paper liners, and cups to the cleanup counter (Henkyakuguchi).

What to order first

Dishes below reflect core brand staples officially featured on the Cinnabon Japan Official Website:

Payment & practical info

Prices and details checked: October 2026.

Good to know / Common mistakes

FAQ

Q1: What is "Makara Cinnamon"? Makara Cinnamon is a registered, proprietary variety of Cassia cinnamon harvested exclusively from high-altitude rainforest volcanic hills in the Korintji region of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is prized for its intense essential oil content, low bitterness, and sweet, intoxicating aroma.

Q2: Can I take Cinnapacks on international flights? Yes! Sealed room-temperature Cinnapacks can be packed in your carry-on luggage for domestic or international flights (though eat them within 2 to 3 days or freeze them upon arrival).

Q3: Are there nut-free options? Yes! The Classic Cinnabon and Chocobon contain zero nuts. However, please note that nuts (pecans) are handled in the same kitchen facility for the Caramel Pecanbon.

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