To commemorate the premiere of the animated series *The Bread Thief*, based on the popular picture book by Keiko Shibata, a giant “Bread Thief” and “Fake Bread Thief” have appeared at JR Ikebukuro Station.
The large-scale advertisements are on display from September 28 to October 4, 2026, on Azalea Road outside the ticket gates at JR Ikebukuro Station.
・A giant “Bread Thief” and “Fake Bread Thief”
・Location: Azalea Road, outside the ticket gates at JR Ikebukuro Station
・For 7 days from September 28 to October 4, 2026
・The anime begins airing on NHK E-Tele on October 2
Overview of the “Bread Thief” Anime Large-Scale Advertisement at JR Ikebukuro Station
“The Bread Thief,” shaped like a loaf of bread, and “The Fake Bread Thief,” shaped like a round roll, have appeared at JR Ikebukuro Station as three-dimensional advertisements utilizing the station’s pillars. The pillars in the passageway are wrapped in illustrations of The Bread Thief, announcing the start of the anime’s broadcast.
© Keiko Shibata・KADOKAWA/The “Bread Thief” Production Committee
| Venue | Azelia Road, outside the ticket gates at JR Ikebukuro Station |
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| Event Dates | September 28–October 4, 2026 |
| Event Details | 3D installations of “The Bread Thief” and “The Fake Bread Thief,” plus wrapped pillar advertisements |
| Anime Broadcast | October 2, 2026 – NHK E-Tele, every Friday at 6:40 p.m. |
| Official Website | “The Bread Thief” Anime News/ Anime Official Website |
| Official X | @pandorobo_anime |
Highlights of the “Bread Thief” Anime Large-Scale Advertisement at JR Ikebukuro Station
When viewed from the front, “Pan Dorobou” looks exactly like a loaf of bread. Even its impassive expression is faithfully reproduced in large scale.
©Keiko Shibata・KADOKAWA/The Bread Thief Production Committee
The fake Bread Thief also stands there with its plump, round shape. Along the pillar at the back of the aisle, the wrapping features illustrations of people holding bread.
*When taking photos inside the station, please be considerate of those around you so as not to obstruct their passage
Frequently Asked Questions About the “Pan Dorobou” Anime Large-Scale Advertisement at JR Ikebukuro Station
Where can I see the large “Pan Dorobou” advertisement?
It can be seen on Azalea Road, located outside the ticket gates at JR Ikebukuro Station.
How long will it be on display?
From September 28 to October 4, 2026.
When does the anime start airing?
It will air on NHK E-Tele starting October 2, 2026, every Friday at 6:40 PM.
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© Keiko Shibata, KADOKAWA, and the “Pan Dorobou” Production Committee
