JACK IN THE DONUTS, a specialty donut chain with 34 locations across Japan — primarily in shopping malls — is launching two summer-themed limited-edition series. A lemon-flavored lineup of three varieties goes on sale from Wednesday, June 10, followed by a banana-flavored lineup of three varieties from Wednesday, July 22.
The chain opened its first store in 2011 and carries a rotating assortment of 25 to 40 donut varieties at any given time. Its range includes globally inspired "World Donuts" — featuring Hawaiian malasada, Dutch, and French-style sweets — alongside classic old-fashioned varieties and health-conscious options, all at accessible everyday prices.
Lemon Series — Available from June 10
The first release brings bright citrus flavors designed to stay refreshing even during the hottest days of summer.
Refreshing Lemon Glaze Fashion — ¥264 (tax included)
A crispy old-fashioned donut layered with sweet-and-tart lemon icing. Lemon peel adds a hint of bitterness, while pistachio brings a nutty accent that complements the citrus.
Lemon Custard Whip Raw Malasada — ¥363 (tax included)
A soft, pillowy malasada filled with lemon, custard cream, and whipped cream. It's made to taste just as good when served chilled, giving it a dessert-like quality suited to summer.
Lemon Rare Cheese Croissant Sandwich — ¥385 (tax included)
A croissant sandwich layered with Setouchi lemon cream and rare cheesecake cream. Its lemon-slice-inspired appearance makes it a thoughtful pick for gifts or souvenirs.
Banana Series — Available from July 22
The second wave draws inspiration from banoffee pie, a British dessert combining banana, cream, and toffee.
Choco Banana Fashion — ¥264 (tax included)
A crunchy old-fashioned donut filled with banana cream and topped with chocolate. Its nostalgic choco-banana flavor profile offers a familiar yet satisfying treat.
Banoffee Pie Donut — ¥385 (tax included)
Inspired by the British banoffee pie, this donut layers banana cream and caramel with coffee-flavored whipped cream for a rich, layered sweetness with depth.
Banana Custard Raw Malasada — ¥363 (tax included)
A soft malasada filled with banana custard cream, crafted to taste just as good when served chilled.
Sales Details
Series 1 — Lemon
- On sale: Wednesday, June 10 onwards (while supplies last)
- Products: Refreshing Lemon Glaze Fashion / Lemon Custard Whip Raw Malasada / Lemon Rare Cheese Croissant Sandwich
Series 2 — Banana
- On sale: Wednesday, July 22 onwards (while supplies last)
- Products: Choco Banana Fashion / Banoffee Pie Donut / Banana Custard Raw Malasada
Available at all 34 JACK IN THE DONUTS locations nationwide.
Product images are for illustrative purposes only. All prices are tax-included.
