Where are the new Doutor stores in Tokyo?

Reports point to a new shop near Takashimadaira Station in Itabashi and a relocated site by Senzoku Station in Meguro. The Senzoku location is set for a February 16 grand opening. Both stores target heavy commuter traffic with quick-service coffee and simple food.

Why focus on station-front locations?

Station hubs offer predictable foot traffic, short dwell times, and frequent visits. That supports fast service, steady morning sales, and repeat customers. For investors, station placement can improve conversion and shorten ramp-up periods, which are key to unit economics in value-focused coffee formats.

What should investors watch first?

Monitor morning throughput, visible queues at open, and local reviews on speed and seating. Also watch product availability of core items. These on-the-ground signals help assess early traction before formal sales metrics arrive and can guide expectations for additional Doutor Coffee Tokyo openings.

When is the Senzoku grand opening?

Local coverage indicates the Senzoku Station store will hold its grand opening on Monday, February 16. The site is a relocation into the former Lawson space, positioning the shop for strong access to commuter flows and quick-service demand in the Meguro area.

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February 15: Doutor Coffee Opens New Tokyo Stores, Commuter Demand Up

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 15, 2026February 15, 2026

Doutor Coffee Tokyo openings are back in focus as the chain adds a site near Takashimadaira Station and relocates its Senzoku store for a February 16 grand opening. These moves lean into heavy commuter traffic and quick-service demand across Tokyo’s rail network. For investors, fresh store activity suggests solid footfall and stable appetite for affordable coffee near stations. We look at locations, demand drivers, and what indicators to watch as Japan coffee chains compete for morning and evening rush-hour customers.