Been There Collection

Been There – Kumamoto

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Been There – Kumamoto seems to be the last mug from Japan that was missing on the site. It was released four years ago, so I am happy to finally add it.

Kumamoto, located on Japan’s Kyushu island, has a rich and resilient history centred around its iconic Kumamoto Castle. Built in the early 1600s by the feudal lord Kato Kiyomasa, the castle became a symbol of military strength and architectural ingenuity, featuring complex defensive designs. During the late Edo period, Kumamoto served as a key stronghold for the Hosokawa clan, who governed the region for over 200 years.… Read more

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Been There – Bolivia

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Been There – Bolivia was released quite a while ago, and I am finally able to add this to my collection. I would like to remind you that this is not the first mug from this country. Interestingly enough, a city mug for Santa Cruz de la Sierra was released two years prior for the largest city in Bolivia.

Bolivia has a rich and complex history that stretches back thousands of years, beginning with ancient civilizations such as the Tiwanaku, who built a powerful culture near Lake Titicaca long before the rise of the Inca Empire.… Read more

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Been There – Melbourne

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Been There – Melbourne is a mug for a city with a rich and dynamic history, founded in 1835 by free settlers from Tasmania on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. Melbourne quickly grew from a small settlement into a thriving metropolis, spurred by the Victorian gold rush of the 1850s, which brought immense wealth and a wave of migration. By the late 19th century, it was one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the British Empire, known for its grand architecture, cultural institutions, and booming trade.… Read more

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Been There – Dalian

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Been There – Dalian is a mug for a major port city in northeastern China, that has a rich and complex history shaped by its strategic location on the Liaodong Peninsula. Originally a small fishing village, it gained prominence in the late 19th century when imperial powers vied for control. The Russians developed it as a naval base and named it Port Arthur, but after the Russo-Japanese War (1904–1905), Japan took over and transformed the city with modern infrastructure and urban planning.… Read more

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Been There – Sendai

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It seems that the design of the Starbucks Been There – Sendai mug is all about local foods and local crafts.

– The Sendai Tanabata Festival is one of Japan’s most famous summer festivals, celebrated every August with colorful decorations. The city is adorned with massive streamers made of paper and bamboo, each handmade by local shops and schools. The festival is based on the ancient legend of star-crossed lovers Orihime and Hikoboshi. During the celebration, the streets come alive with music, dancing, and traditional food stalls, attracting visitors from across the country.… Read more

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Been There – Jinan

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Been There – Jinan is the mug for the capital of Shandong Province in eastern China, which has a rich history that spans over 4,000 years. Originally known as Lixia during the Zhou Dynasty, it became a significant city in the state of Qi. The name “Jinan,” meaning “south of the Ji River,” reflects its geographical roots, as the Ji River once flowed nearby. Throughout its history, Jinan has served as a cultural and administrative hub, witnessing the rise and fall of various dynasties, including the Han, Tang, and Song.… Read more

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Been There – Oita

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Been There – Oita is a mug for a city located on the island of Kyushu in Japan. During the Nara period (710–794), Oita flourished as a center of culture and religion, thanks to the influence of Usa Jingu Shrine, one of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan. Throughout the centuries, Oita grew through trade, agriculture, and later, its development into a center for hot spring tourism, a reputation it proudly maintains today.

– One of Oita’s most famous attractions is its playful troop of monkeys at Takasakiyama Monkey Park.… Read more

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Been There – Wuxi

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Starbucks Been There – Wuxi is a mug for a city located in Jiangsu Province. Wuxi is one of China’s oldest cities, with a history dating back over 3,000 years. It was once a vital center for the Wu Kingdom during the Spring and Autumn Period. Known for its early prosperity in rice cultivation and silk production, Wuxi grew into a major commercial hub by the Ming and Qing dynasties. Its name, meaning “without tin,” reflects the depletion of local tin mines that once drove its early economy.… Read more

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Been There – Odyssey of the Seas

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Been There – Odyssey of the Seas is a mug for a Quantum Ultra-class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean International. Launched in 2021, it is the second ship in this subclass. Built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, the vessel features advanced technology, including the SeaPlex entertainment complex, a skydiving simulator, and the North Star observation capsule, which extends over the ship for panoramic views. It has a gross tonnage of approximately 167,704 and accommodates around 5,510 passengers. Designed for global itineraries, Odyssey of the Seas debuted in Israel before repositioning to the Caribbean and Mediterranean.… Read more

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Been There – Yantai

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Been There – Yantai is a mug for a city located on the northeastern coast of China’s Shandong Peninsula. Known as a vital port and cultural hub, Yantai’s history dates back thousands of years. It played a significant role during the Ming Dynasty as a coastal defense center against pirates and foreign invaders. The city’s name, which means “Beacon Tower,” originates from the watchtowers built to signal approaching threats. In the late 19th century, Yantai became an important treaty port, attracting foreign influence and fostering international trade.… Read more

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