Illustrator Nagano's wildly popular "Chiikawa" series has been drawing massive crowds to the "Chiikawa Bakery" since its grand opening in Harajuku Omotesando in 2024. Fans are still lining up daily to snag themed treats, and the bakery even launched a new Osaka branch, "Chiikawa Bakery OSAKA," this past June.
To celebrate the official release of the movie "Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island," Chiikawa Bakery is dropping a fresh lineup of film-exclusive breads and brand-new merchandise, all hitting shelves on July 24!
The Chiikawa Bakery, which first opened its doors in Tokyo's Harajuku Omotesando in October 2024, expanded with its "Chiikawa Bakery OSAKA" branch this June. But don't let the adorable designs fool you—these aren't just cute; they're seriously delicious, authentic breads.


This limited-edition collection is split into two main series: items available for the entire run, and those exclusive to the first or second half of the event, giving fans even more reasons to enjoy the movie and munch on some tasty treats!
【Available Throughout】July 24 – October 22
▼ Chiikawa Bread (Flower Crown Edition)
This Chiikawa-shaped bread sports a fluffy marshmallow flower crown and is filled with rich custard cream.

▼ Hachiware Bread (Flower Crown Edition)
Hachiware gets a marshmallow flower crown too, with a decadent chocolate cream filling.

▼ Usagi Bread (Flower Crown Edition)
Usagi's version also features a marshmallow flower crown, packed with sweet caramel cream.

【First Half Limited-Time Offer】July 24 – September 17
▼ Kurimanju Yakisoba Bread
This unique Kurimanju-shaped bread, topped with a nori powder flower crown, is stuffed with yakisoba noodles drenched in sweet teriyaki sauce.

▼ Binyoyo Bread
A sausage bread inspired by "Binyoyo."

【Second Half Limited-Time Offer】September 18 – October 22
▼ Siren Curry Bread
This exclusive "Siren Curry Bread" packs a punch with its super spicy curry filling.

▼ Friends Mermaid Sharing Bread
Inspired by the original concept of three mermaids, this mild-flavored sharing bread is made from toast dough, perfect for tearing apart and enjoying with a meal. 
【Takeout Drinks】
▼ Tropical Ginger Ale

▼ Tropical Guava Drink

【Merchandise】
▼ Matcha Butter Spread

Freebie Alert!
Purchase any takeout drink (including regular menu items) and receive one random "Movie-Exclusive Original Coaster" (3 designs total).
※ Coasters are given out randomly; specific designs cannot be chosen.

So, if you're planning a trip to Japan soon, definitely try to snag some of these goodies! Catch the movie, then hit up the bakery for a delicious treat!
via: PR TIMES