A special interactive event celebrating the 25th anniversary of Menbei will be held at Hakata Ekinaka Ming in Fukuoka from August 18 to August 24, 2026. This event offers a unique chance to taste various Menbei flavors, participate in quizzes, and enjoy other hands-on activities.
The highlight for visitors is the “Menbei General Election,” where guests can sample different Menbei varieties and vote on their favorites. This engaging experience allows fans to discover new flavors and influence the ranking of Menbei products during the voting period.
The event takes place at the central event space on the first floor of JR Hakata Station’s Ekinaka Ming shopping area. In addition to tastings and voting, limited-edition 25th-anniversary Menbei merchandise will be available for purchase both at the venue and through official stores and online.
About the Menbei 25th Anniversary Event
The event features three main attractions: a tasting and voting session for Menbei products entered in the “Menbei General Election,” sales of exclusive 25th-anniversary merchandise featuring the Menbei mascot “Menbei-kun,” and an exhibition showcasing Menbei’s history and local varieties from Kyushu. Visitors can also enjoy an interactive game to arrange Menbei products in order of their release, with limited-edition souvenirs for participants.
Highlights
- Special tasting and on-site voting for Menbei flavors like green onion, mayonnaise, and spicy varieties.
- Exclusive 25th-anniversary goods including clear pouches, food clips with magnets, and collectible can magnets, all available in limited quantities.
- Exhibits and videos revealing the making of Menbei and its regional variations across Kyushu.
- Interactive games for all ages with limited-edition gifts for participants.
- The event is held at Hakata Ekinaka Ming, one of Kyushu’s largest shopping complexes, frequented by locals and travelers alike.
Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Menbei 25th Anniversary Interactive Event |
| Menu / items | Menbei tasting (green onion, mayonnaise, spicy flavors), limited-edition Menbei-kun goods (clear pouches, food clips, can magnets) |
| Period | August 18, 2026 (Tue) – August 24, 2026 (Mon) |
| Location | JR Hakata Station 1st Floor, Hakata Ekinaka Ming Central Event Space, Fukuoka |
| Stores | Hakata Ekinaka Ming, Hakata Station, Fukuoka |
| Price | Free tasting; limited-edition goods sold at event and official stores |
| Official website | https://www.ming.or.jp/ |
Before you buy
- When can I attend the Menbei 25th Anniversary event?
- The event runs from August 18 to August 24, 2026, at Hakata Ekinaka Ming.
