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Some Japanese snacks are fun before you even take a bite.
Ukiyo-e Bikkuriman is one of them — a chocolate wafer snack with a random sticker hidden inside. This time, we opened three packs to see which ukiyo-e inspired designs would appear.
What Is Ukiyo-e Bikkuriman?
Have you ever opened a snack and checked the extra surprise first? With Bikkuriman, that is part of the fun.
Bikkuriman is a Japanese chocolate wafer snack known for the collectible sticker inside each pack. This version features ukiyo-e inspired designs, so the surprise is not only which sticker you get, but what kind of Japanese art style appears when you open it.
Ukiyo-e is a type of Japanese art often seen in woodblock prints. You may have seen it before in waves, kabuki-style poses, old Japan scenes, or bold linework used in modern Japanese designs.
If you are new to Bikkuriman, this version gives you a clear first look at what makes the snack fun. You get the chocolate wafer first, then the fun of checking which ukiyo-e inspired sticker came inside.
Opening 3 Ukiyo-e Bikkuriman Chocolates
This time, we opened three packs. Out of 41 possible stickers, all three stickers turned out to be different characters.
Ennawa Nyoten – Rope-Themed Angel Character
The first sticker was “Ennawa Nyoten.” On the back, the character is described as an angel who stops demons using rope-like spiritual power.
The rope details around the character match the name, and the design mixes a traditional Japanese look with the colorful Bikkuriman style.
Hikeshi Sukeroku – Edo Firefighter Inspired Character
The second sticker was “Hikeshi Sukeroku.” The back of the sticker describes the character rushing in with a traditional matoi banner to stop demon attacks.
The outfit and pose are inspired by Edo-period firefighters, which gives the sticker an Edo-period look.
Mame Tsurujo – Bean ＆ Vine Motif Character
The third sticker was “Mame Tsurujo.” On the back, the character is described as wrapping around enemies like a protective charm.
The bean-shaped face and twisting vine details make this sticker look very different from the other two.
The Chocolate Wafer Was Also Surprisingly Good
The stickers are a big part of the fun, but the chocolate wafer itself was also really enjoyable.
The wafer layers were crisp, and the chocolate filling felt thicker than expected. It still worked well as a chocolate snack, not only as packaging for the collectible sticker.
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A Japanese Art Style from the Edo Period
Ukiyo-e is a style of Japanese art that became popular during the Edo period. Many works were made using carved wood blocks to print the designs.
Scenes from Old Japan
Ukiyo-e often shows kabuki actors, travelers, famous places, clothing, city life, and everyday scenes. Outside Japan, it is often introduced as Japanese woodblock prints.
Famous Names You May Know
Artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige are especially well known overseas. Even if someone does not know the word “ukiyo-e,” they may have seen wave prints, Mount Fuji scenes, or bold linework connected to this style.
Why It Fits This Bikkuriman Series
These stickers use that old Japanese art style in a small collectible format. So when you open the pack, the sticker is not only a character design — it also connects back to a style of Japanese art that many people recognize right away.
Why Ukiyo-e Still Feels Familiar in Japan
Seen in Everyday Designs
Ukiyo-e is old Japanese art, but its designs still appear on everyday items today. You may see ukiyo-e inspired artwork on packaging, stationery, clothing, posters, and small goods.
A Style People Recognize
In Japan, ukiyo-e is part of traditional culture, and it is also used as a design style. The strong lines, clear poses, and old Japan scenes make it easy to recognize, even on modern products.
Easy to Notice from Overseas
For many people outside Japan, ukiyo-e is a familiar way to picture Japanese art. Waves, Mount Fuji, kabuki-style faces, and dramatic poses are visual details that can catch the eye quickly.
Back to Bikkuriman
With Ukiyo-e Bikkuriman, that familiar art style shows up inside a chocolate wafer snack. You open the pack, check the sticker, and see a small piece of Japanese design in a format made for collecting.
Conclusion: A Small Sticker with a Big Japan Feel
Opening Ukiyo-e Bikkuriman was fun from the first pack. Each sticker had a completely different character style, and the ukiyo-e inspired designs stood out right away.
The chocolate wafer also felt more satisfying than expected, with crisp wafer layers and thick chocolate filling inside.
For people outside Japan, this series is also an easy way to see how traditional Japanese art styles still appear in modern snacks and character designs today.
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