KFC Japan’s Summer Staple “Obon Barrel” Returns
Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan (President: Atsushi Nashima, Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa) will offer the “Obon Barrel” at KFC restaurants nationwide for a two-week limited run from Wednesday, August 5 to Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Compared with buying each item separately, the set saves you up to ¥1,210 — making it a generously sized option for Obon gatherings.
Obon is the season when families and friends come together in large numbers. Every year KFC prepares its signature “Barrel” for these gatherings. The Barrel is KFC’s own cask-shaped package, and simply placing it on the table instantly creates a party atmosphere — an icon that only KFC can deliver.
This Year’s Highlight: Decorate Your Barrel with “Peta Peta Stickers”
The 2026 Obon Barrel comes with a free set of “Peta Peta Stickers”, letting you decorate the barrel any way you like. Creating a one-of-a-kind original barrel design together with your kids is this year’s unique twist — a fun addition to summer vacation memories.
*Stickers are available in limited quantities and while supplies last.
Product Details and Pricing
Two sizes are available, so you can choose based on your group size and appetite. *All prices include tax.
- Obon Barrel 10 Pieces (with stickers) — ¥3,790 (individual total ¥4,750 / save ¥960)
〔10 pieces of Original Recipe Chicken, 5 sides of your choice, Peta Peta Stickers〕 - Obon Barrel 12 Pieces (with stickers) — ¥4,490 (individual total ¥5,700 / save ¥1,210)
〔12 pieces of Original Recipe Chicken, 6 sides of your choice, Peta Peta Stickers〕
Both sets let you fully enjoy KFC’s signature Original Recipe Chicken and are perfect for larger gatherings. For bigger groups, the 12-piece pack is the way to go.
Five Sides to Mix and Match
You can freely combine your sides from these five options:
- Potatoes (Fries) — cut slightly thicker so they stay fluffy even after some time has passed.
- Colonel’s Crispy — boneless and easy to eat, with a garlic-soy flavor and a crunchy coating.
- Coleslaw — finely chopped cabbage and carrots marinated in KFC’s special dressing.
- Biscuit — baked fresh in-store, crisp on the outside and moist inside.
- Chocolate Pie — smooth chocolate cream wrapped in a black cocoa pie crust.
Add-On Deal: ¥390 for Any Two
When you buy an Obon Barrel, you can add as many of the following as you like for ¥390 each set: two Potatoes (S), two Biscuits, two pieces of Colonel’s Crispy, two Chocolate Pies, or two Coleslaw (S). It’s a handy way to scale up for a larger crowd or stock up on your favorite side.
Sales Overview
- Products: Obon Barrel 10 Pieces (with stickers) / Obon Barrel 12 Pieces (with stickers)
- Sales period: Wednesday, August 5 – Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (two weeks only)
- Available at: KFC restaurants nationwide in Japan
- Price: ¥3,790 / ¥4,490 (tax included)
*Some locations may not carry this product.
*Delivery menu contents and prices may differ from in-store offerings.
*Stickers are limited in quantity and available while supplies last.
Summary
Obon means trips back home, extended-family get-togethers, and summer house parties — plenty of occasions where a crowd gathers around the table. The Obon Barrel lets you put out a hearty feast with zero prep work, making it something of a lifesaver this time of year. On top of savings of up to ¥1,210, this year adds the fun of decorating your barrel with stickers. With only a two-week window, it’s worth stopping by your nearest KFC sooner rather than later.