Krispy Kreme Japan releases new Pac-Man themed doughnuts
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Japan has announced its first-ever collaboration with the iconic video game character Pac-Man, who is celebrating his 45th anniversary in 2025.
Starting Wednesday, May 14th, 2025, three limited-edition Pac-Man-themed doughnuts will be available at all Krispy Kreme Doughnuts stores across Japan.
Pac-Man, the beloved arcade game that first captivated audiences in 1980, remains a global phenomenon with a dedicated fanbase.
To commemorate his 45th birthday on May 22nd, Krispy Kreme Japan is releasing a trio of fun and visually appealing doughnuts featuring familiar characters and elements from the classic game, offering a delicious taste of Pac-Man’s retro-pop world.
So, let’s take a look at the new Pac-Man themed doughnuts coming to Krispy Kreme this May!
- “Pac-Man Custard Sprinkles” (410 yen take-out / eat-in 418 yen)
A playful ring doughnut filled with a subtly custard-flavored cream and topped with colorful sprinkles representing the ghosts. It also features a Pac-Man monaka (wafer).
- “Ghost Chocolate” (410 yen take-out / eat-in 418 yen)
A treat for long-time fans, this chocolate cream-filled doughnut is topped with a vanilla and custard-flavored coating maze and adorable monaka ghosts, bringing the familiar game screen to life.
- “Power Strawberry” (388 yen take-out / eat-in 396 yen)
This strawberry-flavored doughnut looks like the bonus items from Pac-Man. Filled with sweet and sour strawberry cream, it’s covered in strawberry icing and decorated with green cream and sugar.
For those looking to share the Pac-Man fun, Krispy Kreme Japan is also offering:
- “Pac-Man Dozen Half (6 pieces)” (1,825 yen take-out / eat-in 1,859 yen)
This set includes one of each of the Pac-Man collaboration doughnuts, along with the classic Original Glazed® and popular Chocolate Sprinkles.
- “Pac-Man Box (3 pieces)” (1,177 yen take-out / eat-in 1,199 yen)
A special box containing one of each of the Pac-Man-themed doughnuts.
Customers who purchase the “Pac-Man Dozen Half (6 pieces)” in-store (including QO Pickup) will receive one randomly distributed collaboration sticker per transaction, while supplies last.
There are several different sticker designs to collect, and lucky customers might even find a “winning sticker” that can be redeemed for a free Original Glazed® doughnut.
Adding to the excitement, the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Shibuya Cinema Tower store, located in the very Shibuya area where Pac-Man was born, will undergo a special Pac-Man-themed makeover for a limited time.
The store’s walls, entrance, and tables will be adorned with maze designs, immersing visitors in the world of the game. Even the mini-theater’s glass surface will feature Pac-Man appearing to gobble up the iconic Original Glazed®.
Pac-Man himself will be taking on the role of store manager for three special days at the Shibuya Cinema Tower store: Wednesday, May 14th (the launch day of the doughnuts), Wednesday, May 21st (the eve of his birthday), and Thursday, May 22nd (his actual birthday).
Lucky customers who visit the store on these days can look forward to receiving a special gift directly from Pac-Man!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate Pac-Man’s 45th anniversary with delicious doughnuts and an immersive in-store experience, only at Krispy Kreme Japan!
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