Celebrating 45 Years: Exciting New Collaboration at FamilyMart with Puncho Cheese Napolitan

FamilyMart's 45th Anniversary Celebration

FamilyMart is all set to celebrate its 45th anniversary in September 2026 with an exciting collaboration festival that showcases unique flavors from popular brands. Among these collaborations is the much-anticipated Puncho Super Thick Noodles Cheese Napolitan. This delectable dish will be available in approximately 16,500 FamilyMart stores across Japan starting September 1, 2026.

A Milestone for FamilyMart

As a major convenience store chain in Japan, FamilyMart has continually evolved over the last four decades by embracing innovation and expanding its product offerings. Marking this significant anniversary, the “FamilyMart Collaboration Festival” aims to highlight the best tastes, with the motto “Guaranteed Deliciousness”. This campaign will feature 18 specially-crafted products, each representing the well-loved flavors familiar to many.

Puncho, known for its nostalgic take on the classic Napolitan pasta, joins this festive occasion, emphasizing the philosophy “Let’s Make People Say Napolitan is Delicious Again.” Their collaboration product embodies the traditional flavors beloved by its fans, utilizing large servings of thick noodles topped with generous portions of cheese, harkening back to the heart of Italian culinary heritage.

Getting to Know Puncho

Puncho is renowned for its dedication to preserving classic culinary techniques and ingredients, focusing heavily on delivering authentic Napolitan pasta. The Puncho Super Thick Noodles Cheese Napolitan starts with a base of rich, tomato-infused sauce, enlivened with garlic and aromatic vegetables. The end result captures an irresistible balance of acidity and sweetness that resonates with customers’ palates. Its unique preparation process involves allowing the thick noodles to soak up just the right amount of moisture, ensuring they complement the sauce beautifully.

One indulgent plate of Napolitan at Puncho can be customized with various toppings, such as fried eggs, thick-cut bacon, and grilled cheese, allowing patrons to personalize their meal experiences. The restaurant serves sizes ranging from small (300g) to mega (600g) portions, ensuring that every diner has their cravings satisfied.

How to Experience Puncho’s New Creation

The Puncho Super Thick Noodles Cheese Napolitan will be sold for ¥554 (including tax: ¥598) and is crafted with utmost attention to detail, having gone through several revisions to perfect the balance of sauce and noodle texture. Fans of Puncho can enjoy all this deliciousness at their nearest FamilyMart, marking both a celebration of history and an exciting new step forward.

For more information on Puncho's menu and offerings, customers can visit their official website and social media channels:

Celebrating 45 years in the market, FamilyMart continues to redefine convenience and quality while collaborating with esteemed brands like Puncho. Join in on the festivity and don’t miss out on this limited-time offering!