KFC Japan “Musha Colonel” Display Returns April 29, 2026 with First-Ever Coloring Campaign & Limited Stickers
Key Takeaways:KFC Japan’s beloved Musha Colonel display returns April 29–May 6, 2026 at a record 1,218 stores, with samurai-armored Colonel Sanders statues handcrafted by staff. New this year: free coloring sheets, first-ever limited stickers (100 per store), and a public online contest to vote for your favorite Musha Colonel. KFC “Musha Colonel” Returns to 1,218 Stores Nationwide in 2026 Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; President: Atsushi Najima) has announced the return of its iconic “Musha Colonel” display at KFC stores nationwide, running from April 29 (Wed., Holiday) through May 6 (Wed., Substitute Holiday), 2026. A record-breaking 1,218 stores will participate, each showcasing uniquely handcrafted samurai-armored Colonel Sanders statues made by store employees. A Beloved KFC Tradition Over 40 Years Strong The “Musha Colonel” tradition aligns with Japan’s Tango no Sekku (Boy’s Day) on May 5, dressing the Colonel Sanders statues and figurines in samurai armor and […]



