Neko Neko Debuts Cat-Shaped Summer Sweets with "Cats at a Café" Theme Starting June 1, 2026

Published: May 19, 2026
Neko Neko Debuts Cat-Shaped Summer Sweets with "Cats at a Café" Theme Starting June 1, 2026

Starting June 1, 2026, the Neko Neko brand — operated by All Hearts Company, a national bakery and patisserie chain — is launching the "NEKO NEKO Summer Vacation – Cats at a Café" collection. Now in its third year, the summer campaign features sweets inspired by cats taking a cool break at a café, blending visual charm with seasonal flavors.

NEKO NEKO Summer Vacation – Cats at a Café campaign visual

The collection's packaging was illustrated by Coony, a cat specialist illustrator who serves as the Neko Neko brand ambassador. The designs depict cats gathering at a café to enjoy cool treats on a hot summer day, paired with a playful, refreshing café atmosphere.

Illustrated campaign key visual for Neko Neko summer 2026

"NEKO NEKO Summer Vacation – Cats at a Café" Product Lineup

Neko Neko summer 2026 product lineup

Neko Neko summer 2026 assorted sweets

*Availability may vary by location. Some stores may not carry all products or may have different pricing. Available while supplies last.

Neko Neko Butter Sand – Salt Caramel

Neko Neko Butter Sand Salt Caramel

Neko Neko Butter Sand Salt Caramel close-up

Available: June 1, 2026 (Monday) – October 31, 2026 (Saturday)

Price: ¥360 per piece (tax included)

Available at: Neko Neko Cheesecake stores and the official online store "All Hearts Mall"

This summer-limited flavor marks the debut of the Neko Neko Butter Sand line. A sable cookie with a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture is sandwiched with caramel butter cream made with French Guérande salt. The fragrant sable pairs with the smooth, melting caramel cream for a sweet-salty taste that feels light even on hot days. Caramel candy chips hidden inside add a pleasant texture contrast. The charming cat-silhouette shape completes the look.

Finyanché Salt Vanilla

Finyanché Salt Vanilla baked sweet

Finyanché Salt Vanilla – 4-piece set

Available from: June 1, 2026 (Monday)

Price: ¥260 per piece (tax included) / ¥1,060 for a 4-piece set (tax included)

Available at: Neko Neko stores, the official online store "All Hearts Mall," and supermarkets and drugstores nationwide

The popular cat-shaped baked sweet Finyanché gets a summer-exclusive salt vanilla flavor. The gentle vanilla aroma is paired with French Guérande salt for a sweet-salty finish unique to the season. Chilling the pastry gives it a cool, pleasantly moist texture. Works equally well as a summer snack or a small gift.

Neko Neko Lemon Cake

Neko Neko Lemon Cake with new package design

Available: June 1, 2026 (Monday) – August 31, 2026 (Monday)

Price: ¥280 (tax included)

Available at: Neko Neko stores and the official online store "All Hearts Mall"

A returning summer favorite, now dressed in a fresh new package. Made with Setouchi lemon peel, the cake offers a moist texture and refreshing citrus flavor. Lemon-flavored chips inside add a satisfying crunch that builds with each bite. The new design features "hachi-ware" (tabby) and "mike" (calico) patterned cats against cheerful check prints. Chilling enhances both the moist texture and the crunch of the chips.

Neko Neko Summer Assort BOX

Neko Neko Summer Assort BOX

Available: June 1, 2026 (Monday) – August 31, 2026 (Monday)

Price: ¥2,220 (tax included)

Available at: Neko Neko stores and the official online store "All Hearts Mall"

A new-design box depicting cats cooling off at a café, filled with 2 Finyanché Salt Vanilla, 1 Neko Neko Lemon Cake, 2 each of Neko Neko Hachi-ware Cookies (Black Cocoa / Caramel Nut / Strawberry), and 1 each of Finyanché (Plain and Chocolate). A baked sweets assortment well suited to summer tea time or gifting.

Neko Neko Summer Petit Gift

Neko Neko Summer Petit Gift bag-style package

Available: June 1, 2026 (Monday) – August 31, 2026 (Monday)

Price: ¥840 (tax included)

Available at: Neko Neko stores and the official online store "All Hearts Mall"

A small bag-shaped package with playful cat and summer designs, containing 1 Finyanché Salt Vanilla, 1 Neko Neko Lemon Cake, and 1 Finyanché (Plain or Chocolate). The bag-shaped packaging makes it a convenient and charming summer petit gift.

Store-Limited: New Neko Neko Cheesecake Sleeve Design

To match the "NEKO NEKO Summer Vacation – Cats at a Café" theme, the flagship Neko Neko Cheesecake will get a limited-edition sleeve design for the campaign period. The design shows cats gathering at a café to cool off with chilly sweets. Available for a limited time only at store locations.

Finyanché Plain Now Available at Supermarkets and Drugstores Nationwide

Finyanché Plain newly available at supermarkets and drugstores

Finyanché Plain retail package design

Available from: June 1, 2026 (Monday)

Suggested retail price: ¥216 (tax included)

Available at: Supermarkets and drugstores nationwide

The fan-favorite cat-shaped baked sweet, Finyanché Plain, is making its nationwide retail debut — the first time it has been available outside dedicated Neko Neko stores. A specially designed original package is prepared for these retail channels, making it easy to discover as an everyday treat.

About the Package Illustrations

Neko Neko summer 2026 package illustration overview

Each product in this year's "NEKO NEKO Summer Vacation" collection features package illustrations by Coony, a cat specialist illustrator. Coony has served as the Neko Neko brand ambassador and created designs for numerous past collections, including the "NEKO NEKO WINTER HOLIDAYS" series. This season's designs capture cats resting at a café, enjoying cool summer sweets, in a style that blends the cats' endearing charm with a refreshing, fun café setting.

Official online store "All Hearts Mall": https://allhearts-mall.jp/collections/nekosummer