A collaboration between Keiko Shibata’s wildly popular picture book *The Bread Thief* and Ippudo will take place at all Ippudo locations in Japan starting November 1, 2026.
In true “The Bread Thief” style, a limited-quantity set featuring a “Ramen Burger”—a bun filled with chashu patty—and tonkotsu ramen will be available.
・Held at all Ippudo locations in Japan
・Ramen Burger & Tonkotsu Ramen Set: 1,480 yen (tax included)
・Receive a weekly rotating “Puku Puku Pan Dorobou” sticker with every order
・Enter a giveaway for merchandise such as aprons, bandanas, and “My Ramen” sets, as well as a chance to win a mini tote bag
“The Bread Thief” x “Ippudo” Collaboration Overview
A collaboration is taking place between Keiko Shibata’s wildly popular picture book “The Bread Thief” and Ippudo, the Hakata tonkotsu ramen chain. You can enjoy collaboration menus, merchandise, and a giveaway campaign at all Ippudo locations in Japan.
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| Event Dates | November 1–23, 2026 |
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| Participating Locations | All Ippudo locations in Japan |
| Special Event Page | Ippudo Official Website |
| Official X | @IPPUDO_JP |
Pan Dorobou merchandise has also been available at Avail since October 17 , including pouches and blankets . Be sure to check them out along with the Ippudo collaboration merchandise.
“Bread Thief” x “Ippudo Collaboration”: Collaboration Menu and Order Bonuses
Ippudo’s specialty wheat flour for noodles This set includes the “Ramen Burger”—featuring a fluffy original bun blended with “Kaze” flour and filled with a special collaboration teriyaki chashu patty—paired with a bowl of tonkotsu ramen made with special collaboration curly noodles. Order the collaboration menu to receive a chubby Pan Dorobou sticker.
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| Ramen Burger & Tonkotsu Ramen Set | 1,480 yen (tax included) *Limited quantities available |
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| First Series | November 1–7, 2026 |
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| Round 2 | November 8–14, 2026 |
| November 15–November 23 | Random distribution of either Series 1 or Series 2 |
“Pan Dorobou” x “Ippudo” Collaboration Merchandise
Limited-edition collaboration merchandise will be available at all Ippudo locations in Japan. If you get both the adult and children’s versions, parents and kids can enjoy cooking together in matching aprons.
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| Exciting Cooking Set A: Adult Apron & Bandana | 2,980 yen (tax included) |
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| Exciting Cooking Set B: Kids’ Apron & Bandana | 2,980 yen (tax included) |
| My Ramen Set (Bowl, Chopsticks, & Chopstick Rest) | 2,980 yen (tax included) |
*All aprons are one-size-fits-all
“Pan Dorobou” “Ippudo Collaboration” Giveaway Campaign
During the campaign period, dine at any Ippudo location in Japan and enter the giveaway via the QR code displayed in-store for a chance to win one of 100 original collaboration mini tote bags.
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| Prizes | Original Collaboration Mini Tote Bag (100 winners selected by lottery) |
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| Entry Period | November 1, 2026 – November 23, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Eligibility Requirements | Anyone who dines at an Ippudo location in Japan during the campaign period |
| How to Enter | Enter via the QR code posted inside the restaurant |
Bread Thief Frequently Asked Questions About the “Ippudo Collaboration”
When and where will it take place?
It will be held at all Ippudo locations in Japan from November 1 to November 23, 2026.
What’s on the collaboration menu?
Ramen Burger & Tonkotsu Ramen Set, 1,480 yen (tax included). Limited quantities available.
What are the menu perks?
Order the collaboration menu to receive a “Puku Puku Pan Dorobou” sticker. The first set is available November 1–7, the second set November 8–14, and from November 15–23, you’ll receive one of the two sets at random.
What’s the giveaway campaign?
During the event period, dine at any Ippudo location in Japan and enter the raffle via the QR code inside the store for a chance to win one of 100 original collaboration mini tote bags.
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