SWIRE PROPERTIES' First Cross-District Coffee Festival "Coffee Voyage 2026"

Description

 SWIRE PROPERTIES will host its first cross-community coffee festival, "Coffee Voyage 2026," in October at its Hong Kong developments. The festival will gather over 40 coffee and dessert brands from Japan and Hong Kong, including multiple internationally award-winning coffee artisans, with more than 12 brands making their Hong Kong debut.

The "Coffee Voyage" festival will kick off on October 1, International Coffee Day, spanning across Star Street Precinct (October 1-4), Taikoo Area (Cityplaza and Taikoo Place) (October 8-11), and Citygate Outlets (October 22-25). Award-winning Japanese coffee masters will be present to meet and interact with Hong Kong coffee enthusiasts. To promote social welfare, proceeds from the event will be donated to the ENGAGE “Coffee Express” under the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals and the Agency for Volunteer Service.

Sustainability is also a core element of the festival. Stalls will be decorated with coffee grounds dyeing, and coffee grounds upcycling workshops will be offered, allowing participants to explore more possibilities in daily life while enjoying coffee.

Gathering Renowned Coffee Shops and Artisans

The "Coffee Voyage" festival brings together multiple internationally award-winning coffee artisans and popular shops, with over 12 brands and coffee artisans making their Hong Kong debut.

First-time Hong Kong Appearances Include:

·         OGAWA COFFEE, a 70-year-old Kyoto institution known as "Kyoto People's Coffee," with multiple world and Japanese competition-winning baristas;

·         Okaffe Kyoto's Japanese champion barista, Akihiro Okada, acclaimed as a new generation Kansai barista;

·         here Kyoto, a popular Kyoto shop, and its founder, Junichi Yamaguchi, a free-pour latte art champion;

·         Direct Coffee Kyoto's founder, Ippei Nishio, revered in the industry and frequently serving as a judge in major Japanese competitions;

·         and Kazunari Naniwa, 2025 DRIP & DROP Latte Art Champion from EINS Coffee.

Other Popular Shops Include:

·         Mel Coffee Roasters, ranked #2 in Asia and #3 globally by Big 7 Travel;

·         ABOUT US COFFEE, managed by Yasunari Sawanoi, 2022 Coffee Collection World Discover Competition Champion;

·         ULT Coffee, managed by Boram Um, three-time Brazilian Barista Champion and 2023 World Barista Champion in Athens, the only Osaka shop listed in "Top 100 Coffee Shops in the World 2026."

Hong Kong Representatives:

·         Ah Jeng's Coffee Club, managed by Commercial Radio DJ Ah Cheng;

·         Popular coffee destinations Blossom, Sip Coffee, White Goats Coffee;

·         Inviting local food and agriculture innovation brand LoCoFARMS to showcase locally grown produce, promoting sustainable local food culture.

Also featured are unique Japanese and Hong Kong dessert shops and brands, including exquisite,殿堂-level pastries making their Hong Kong debut, Japan's century-old Nakajima Taishodo, and local favorite Sugar Brothers, adding flavor layers and tasting enjoyment to specialty coffee, creating a richer and more complete coffee journey.

Interactive Coffee Workshops

The entire festival embodies environmental and sustainable development principles. In addition to stalls decorated with coffee grounds dyeing, the organizers will regularly collect and recycle wastewater and coffee grounds. On-site workshops will include coffee grounds body scrubs and handmade soap, promoting circular use of coffee grounds, allowing the public to naturally integrate environmental concepts into daily life while enjoying coffee. After the event, construction wood and metal materials will be recycled to contribute to environmental sustainability.

Connecting Coffee Culture with Art

To create an immersive coffee experience, the "Coffee Voyage" festival specially invites renowned Japanese illustrator Yu Nagaba (@kaerusensei) to create exclusive illustrations. In addition to providing multiple photo spots, Nagaba has designed limited-edition merchandise for the event, extending his signature minimalist aesthetic to both on-site and off-site experiences. This collaboration cleverly links coffee culture with art, making it a must-visit for both coffee lovers and culture enthusiasts.

Coffee Voyage Schedule

October 1-4, 2026 (11:00 AM - 6:30 PM)

Star Street Precinct:

Heavyweight star baristas will grace the Star Street Precinct to launch the "Coffee Voyage" festival. As a distinctive community rich in personality and culture, Star Street Precinct combines trendy shopping and dining experiences. Its strong artistic atmosphere and relaxed ambiance blend coffee with daily life, allowing visitors to savor specialty coffee while experiencing the unique community vitality and cultural charm.
 
October 8-11, 2026 (11:00 AM - 6:30 PM)

Taikoo Area:

Centered around Cityplaza and Taikoo Place, the festival will embed coffee culture into daily and office communities, making each cup of coffee not just a flavor experience but also a symbol of emotional connection and belonging, infusing warmth and stories into the community.

EAST Hotel Hong Kong will also bring a specialty coffee brand from Tokyo and host a "Coffee Run" on October 11, combining sports, coffee, and community for a fresh experience.
 
October 22-25, 2026 (11:00 AM - 6:30 PM)

Citygate Outlets:

As the first coffee festival on Lantau Island and the final stop of the "Coffee Voyage" festival, it will gather popular Japanese and local brands, showcasing diverse flavors and cultural fusion, welcoming everyone with the finest tastes. Amidst the aroma and stories of coffee, it presents an international and locally distinctive coffee gathering. During the event, mysterious star guests will also visit—stay tuned.
 
Members of Pacific Place above, Cityplaza LIVE+, and Citygate Outlets CLUB CG can enjoy a special price of HKD 80 for the Coffee Voyage Experience Package* during the event, which includes:

·         Two HKD 40 coffee redemption vouchers

·         A limited-edition eco-friendly coffee cup made from coffee grounds, co-designed with Japanese illustrator Yu Nagaba

·         Selected merchant discount coupons

Valued at over HKD 140, limited quantities available while stocks last.

*Subject to terms and conditions; details available in on-site promotional materials.