FamilyMart stores across Japan will release five new salad varieties from its private brand, “Famimaru KITCHEN,” starting Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
In Japan, March is a season of significant change as people prepare for the new fiscal year and the start of new lives. During this time, health consciousness rises, leading to a huge demand for “Konbini” (Japanese convenience store) salads that offer easy nutrition. This lineup proposes a transition from the warm, heavy dishes typical of Japanese winter to refreshing, spring-like menus.
Of particular note are two ingredients beloved in Japan: “Mentaiko” (spicy cured pollack roe), known for its unique popping texture, and rich, savory “Egg.” These colorful menus, which use these ingredients generously, will add a touch of spring to any dining table.
These are perfect as a main for a busy workday lunch, an extra side dish for dinner, or even for spring picnics and home parties.
Main Dish Quality! Two Filling Pasta Salads
Pasta salads, which offer a balanced intake of vegetables and carbohydrates in a single dish, are perfect as the star of your lunch. You can enjoy two different styles: Japanese and Western.
Refreshing Japanese Style: “Refreshing Green Perilla! Hakata Mentaiko and Steamed Chicken Pasta Salad”
This pasta salad features the refreshing aroma of “Aojiso” (green perilla), a classic Japanese herb.
The pasta is topped with crunchy daikon radish and cabbage, along with savory Mentaiko and healthy steamed chicken. Mentaiko is one of Japan’s representative ingredients, famously known as a specialty of Hakata in Fukuoka Prefecture.
The chewiness of the pasta tossed with Aojiso and the freshness of the vegetables create an exquisite contrast. Finished with a light Japanese-style dressing, it is the perfect dish for a spring lunch as temperatures begin to rise.
- Release Date: March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Price: 389 yen (420 yen including tax / approx. $2.80)
- Available Region: Nationwide Japan (excluding Hokkaido)
- Features: Uses Aojiso-flavored pasta, daikon radish, cabbage, Mentaiko, and steamed chicken.
Rich Savory Flavor: “Egg and Tuna Pasta Salad”
This is a classic salad combining “Egg” and “Tuna” (tuna flakes in oil), a combination popular with everyone from children to adults.
The base pasta is tossed in mayonnaise containing parsley, providing a rich aroma. It is generously topped with boiled eggs, smooth egg salad, and plenty of tuna.
A tartar-style dressing ties everything together, creating a very satisfying flavor profile. It is also recommended to pair this with “Onigiri” (rice balls, a Japanese soul food) or sandwiches.
- Release Date: March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Price: 389 yen (420 yen including tax / approx. $2.80)
- Available Region: Nationwide Japan
- Features: Parsley mayo pasta, boiled egg, egg salad, tuna, and tartar-style dressing.
Perfect for Sides! Two Small-Portion “Choi Deli” Salads
The “Choi Deli” series consists of smaller-sized portions, convenient for when you want “just one more dish.” They are useful as side dishes for lunch boxes or as “Otsumami” (snacks for alcoholic drinks).
A Rich Flavor for Adults: “Mentaiko Cream Cheese Potato Salad”
This is a luxurious version of the potato salad—a staple in Japanese Konbini—with Mentaiko mixed in.
It is further topped with mellow cream cheese, additional Mentaiko, and crunchy Mizuna (Japanese mustard greens). The fluffiness of the potatoes, the popping texture of the Mentaiko, and the richness of the cheese layer together for a sophisticated taste that pairs excellently with alcohol.
- Release Date: March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Price: 276 yen (298 yen including tax / approx. $1.99)
- Available Region: Nationwide Japan
- Features: Topped with Mentaiko-infused potato salad, cream cheese, Mentaiko, and Mizuna.
Spiced Just Right: “Egg and Bacon Carbonara-Style Macaroni Salad”
This macaroni salad is prepared in a carbonara style, allowing you to enjoy the rich depth of cheese.
The mellowness of the egg and the savory flavor of the bacon are accented by the kick of black pepper. With every bite, the intense aroma of cheese spreads, making this a highly satisfying and filling side dish despite its small size.
- Release Date: March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Price: 276 yen (298 yen including tax / approx. $1.99)
- Available Region: Nationwide Japan
- Features: Finished with a carbonara sauce featuring rich cheese and black pepper.
Popular Classics Renewed for Even Better Flavor!
Existing popular menu items have also been improved to coincide with this campaign.
Enhanced Umami: “Shrimp and Squid Mentaiko Spaghetti Salad”
The long-beloved “Shrimp and Squid Mentaiko Spaghetti Salad” returns with a reinforced Mentaiko flavor.
It is topped with plump shrimp, textured squid, and fresh cucumber. The highlight is the use of “Kombucha” (powdered kelp tea, used as a Japanese dashi/stock) as a secret ingredient. This adds a deep “Umami,” making the Japanese flavors stand out even more.
- Release Date: March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Price: 249 yen (268 yen including tax / approx. $1.79)
- Available Region: Nationwide Japan
- Features: Topped with shrimp, squid, and cucumber; uses Kombucha as a secret ingredient.
Experience the convenience of Japanese Konbini gourmet during your busy spring days. FamilyMart’s “Spring Color Salads” bring the colors and seasons of Japan straight to your table.
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