Summary
In Japan, eating Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) on Christmas has become a popular tradition. This custom started in the 1970s when KFC launched a special promotion after noticing that Japan did not have a traditional Christmas meal. The tradition is now a significant event every December in Japan.
Key Facts
- Japan has a tradition of eating KFC on Christmas.
- The tradition began in the 1970s as a marketing move by KFC.
- KFC in Japan is extremely popular during the Christmas season.
- Customers in Japan often place holiday orders for KFC weeks in advance.
- In Japan, Christmas Eve is the busiest day for KFC restaurants.
- A special Christmas bucket from KFC can cost about $37 in Japan.
- This tradition accounts for around one-third of KFC’s annual revenue in Japan.
- KFC offers small discounts for advance orders to reduce wait times.
