One of Fukuoka’s most popular souvenirs, Menbei, celebrates its 20th anniversary. The crispy cod-roe cracker produced by Fukutaro debuted on June 12 in 2001 and has since sold more than six hundred million pieces! To mark the special year, new items, including collaborative snack with Calbee’s potato chips, large spicy shrimp Membei (with a diameter of about 20 cm,) mini craft-bag packed Menbei, and more. Find more details and event schedule from the official website: https://wp.fukutaro-shop.com/menbeianniversary/ Source: PR Times
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