Cast your mind back to 1997: the Spice Girls were topping the charts, Titanic was dominating the box office, and two iconic Japanese brands landed in the UK.
Nearly 30 years later, sushi chain YO! and virtual pet brand Tamagotchi have joined forces for a summer collaboration across UK restaurants, running until 6th September.
The partnership introduces a limited-edition menu featuring a mix of loaded fries, Japanese-style sandos, and mega katsu curries, alongside 90s-inspired Gashapon collectibles in select branches.
The Limited-Edition Menu
- Chicken Katsu-Kun Sando (£12.95): Chicken katsu sandwiched between brioche buns with slaw, smoky mayo, and umami katsu sauce.
- Pumpkin Katsu-Kun Sando (£11.95): Pumpkin katsu sandwiched between brioche buns with slaw, smoky mayo, and umami katsu sauce.
- Mega Katsu-Chan Curry (£13.95): A combination of chicken, prawn, and pumpkin katsu served with aromatic curry sauce and steamed rice.
- Mega Vegetable Katsu-Chan Curry (£12.95): Pumpkin katsu and vegetable gyoza served with aromatic curry sauce and steamed rice.
- Bulgogi Chicken Karaage-Kun Fries (£12.95): Crispy fries loaded with chicken karaage, spicy teriyaki sauce, sesame seeds, and crispy onions.
Summer Holiday Offers & Collectibles
Beyond the main menu, the collaboration extends to younger diners. The restaurant’s Kiddo Bento Boxes have been given a Tamagotchi twist complete with limited-edition stickers, coinciding with the return of the chain’s ‘Kids Eat Free’ offer over the summer school holidays.
Guests visiting select restaurants across the UK will also have the opportunity to acquire mini Gashapon collectibles throughout the promotional period.
