BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)

Posted on December 31, 2020 | Last updated February 6, 2025

BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)
This is the original Battery Energy Drink from Finland, released in Japan. It was available in two sizes, 350ml and 250ml, but was discontinued after the product design was renewed in Japan in 2019. For this review, I'll be discussing the 350ml can.

BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)

Manufacturer	Evidence Lab
Country of Origin	Japan
Price	198 JPY
Flavor	Japanese vitamin sour drink、Chemicals
Total rating	★★★☆☆

Author information Author: Energy Drink-kun

In 2001, while living in the United States, I encountered energy drinks through the dance scene and was deeply impressed. After returning to Japan, I found that energy drinks were considered novelty beverages, so I established a comprehensive website in 2013 to share the true appeal of energy drinks. As an energy drink enthusiast, I began drinking them seriously again, collecting over 7,000 varieties of energy drinks from various countries. I am also active as a critic and expert, receiving media interviews.

Sharp, Tangy, Chemical Flavor

BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)
Upon taking a sip, the flavor is a sour, vitamin-like drink with a chemical taste, reminiscent of the Rockstar Original chemical flavor. The balance between acidity and medicinal taste is perfectly 50:50, making it an addictive flavor with a “powerful” feel. It’s ideal for those seeking an authentic energy drink flavor.

Although Rockstar’s Original, the world’s leading chemical-flavor brand, is no longer available in Japan, if you crave this type of flavor, you can’t go wrong with Battery Energy Drink.

The aftertaste and aroma linger well, providing a satisfying experience. I recommend pouring it over ice and drinking it quickly when you're tired or extremely thirsty.

Energy Ingredients of BATTERY ENERGY DRINK

BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)
Contains 108.5mg of caffeine and 450mg of arginine. No other energy ingredients are included.

Design of BATTERY ENERGY DRINK

BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)
The can has a black base with a gold battery logo. The back also features the "+B" mark, and it’s cool that there’s no Japanese text on the front. The design is directly taken from Finland’s original Battery design and applied to the 350ml can sold in Japan.

In Nordic countries, it’s typically 330ml, so when placed side by side, the Japanese version is slightly larger.
BATTERY ENERGY DRINK (Japan Release)
It’s a shame that the Japanese version has a silver top. The combination of the gold logo and gold top is perfect, and if Japan were to switch to the gold top, it would make the Battery Energy Drink even more distinctive.

With its simple design, Battery Energy Drink has also released eye-catching limited edition cans with striking designs for collaborations in Nordic countries. Please check out the review of Battery Energy Drink from Finland for more details.

Currently, only the original is available in Japan, but I think that by using more intricate designs for collaborations, it could ride the energy drink boom even more effectively.

The Japanese version of Battery Energy Drink ended without the release of new flavors or collaboration products, and the sales company has disappeared. It's a disappointing conclusion, leaving us to wonder what the Japanese Battery Energy Drink was really about.