Japanese people have been drinking coffee since the Meiji era in 1868-1912 when western-style cafes were opened. Today, over 80% of Japanese people drink coffee at least once a week and over 40% drink more than two cups per day. There are several types of coffee popular among Japanese people, such as drip-style, espresso-based drinks, instant coffees and cold brew coffees. Additionally, there is a unique culture surrounding the beverage which includes traditional cafes and "coffee stands" or kiosks. Recently, there have been trends related to drinking coffee in Japan such as flavored lattes and nitro cold brews which have helped to further popularize it among younger generations.