Ministop, one of Japan’s major convenience store chains, is celebrating the 23rd anniversary of its signature hot snack, the “X Fried Potatoes.”To mark this special occasion, a large-scale collaboration event with the globally active dance & vocal group “BALLISTIK BOYZ” will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
The campaign’s biggest highlight is a fan-participation X (formerly Twitter) posting campaign where X Fried Potatoes might be free.
X Fries 23rd Anniversary: Collaboration with BALLISTIK BOYZ
The core of this campaign is a photo posting event. It will run for a limited time of just one hour, from 14:00 to 15:00 Japan Standard Time on Saturday, January 17, 2026—the birthday of X Fries.
Participating is very simple.
・Follow Ministop’s official X account “@ministopfan“.
・Post a photo of X Fried Potato with the hashtag “#バリとXポテ活”.
This simple action gives you a chance to win incredible perks.
A Surprise Gift for Every Participant
The most remarkable aspect of this campaign is that every participant who meets the conditions will receive a “Free X-Fried Potato Digital Coupon.” This is not a lottery; it’s guaranteed for all who qualify. It’s truly a festival-like extravagance.
There are set periods for obtaining and using the coupon.
・Coupon Issuance Period: From 10:00 AM on Friday, January 23, 2026, until Friday, January 30, 2026. Participants must obtain the coupon themselves via the dedicated website.
・Coupon Usage Period: From 10:00 AM on Friday, January 23, 2026, until Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Don’t forget to exchange it for freshly fried, warm X Fries within this period.
Additional Perks if 36,949 Posts Are Reached
The campaign has more to offer. If the total number of posts during the campaign period exceeds the target of “36,949,” additional perks will be available.Exclusively for Ministop smartphone app members, a “¥50 off coupon for the base price of X Fries” will be distributed.
To obtain this additional coupon, you must download the Ministop app and complete member registration beforehand.
Live Streaming Event to Celebrate with the Members
On the campaign day, Saturday, January 17, 2026, a live streaming program featuring members of “BALLISTIK BOYZ” will air from 1:50 PM to 3:00 PM (Japan Standard Time). This allows you to celebrate the 23rd anniversary of X Fried Potatoes in real-time with the members.
Enjoy the stream with a bag of fries in hand—the perfect weekend awaits as you participate in the campaign.
The stream can be viewed on the following channels:
・https://www.youtube.com/@BALLISTIKBOYZfromEXILETRIBE/streams (Japanese Link)
BALLISTIK BOYZ Take Over In-Store Broadcasts
The collaboration isn’t just online. From January 1st (Thu) to January 17th (Sat), 2026, the original BGM program “Mimi-p” playing in Ministop stores nationwide will feature a special version.
During this period, enjoy fun talks by the members of “BALLISTIK BOYZ” and their latest song “Winter Glow” broadcast in-store. Listen to their voices while shopping at Japanese convenience stores.
About “BALLISTIK BOYZ” – Performing on the World Stage
This collaboration partner, “BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE,” is a seven-member group belonging to the Japanese entertainment collective EXILE TRIBE.Their defining feature is the exceptional performance capability of all seven members, each holding a microphone and excelling in dance, vocals, and rap.
With members fluent in English, Portuguese, and Chinese, they leverage their global background to expand their activities both within Japan and internationally.
2019: Their debut album topped major Japanese music charts. They also successfully completed promotional tours across Asian countries.
2022: Underwent intensive training in Thailand for six months to further hone their performance skills.
2025: Their momentum shows no signs of slowing, with plans for their first arena-scale live shows and an Asian tour.
They are rapidly ascending the path to becoming global artists representing Japan.
Check their official website for the latest updates. Reference: @ballistikboyz.official (Japanese Link)
This Winter, Japan’s Ministop is on Fire!
Celebrating 23 years since its launch, the beloved “X Fried Potatoes”Celebrate this milestone birthday with “BALLISTIK BOYZ” and get a great coupon through this special campaign. January 17, 2026, is a day you won’t want to miss at Japan’s convenience store “MINISTOP”.
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