Craft Candy Theater brand PAPABUBBLE is releasing its limited Christmas 2026 candy series at stores nationwide on November 1 (Sun). Pre-orders open October 26 (Mon) on the official PAPABUBBLE website.
This year's theme is "HOLIDAY TABLE." Inspired by main dishes, luxurious desserts, and lively parties, the series stages a "sweet dinner party" with candy in the starring role. Alongside a table full of colorful candies, the lineup covers a wide range of winter moments, from warm gatherings with family and cheerful parties with friends to special gifts for loved ones.
Christmas Mix Packed with Christmas Motifs
A limited mix that packs classic motifs such as Santa and trees into the red and green colors of Christmas.
From the finely detailed "Merry Xmas" message design to every other piece, each candy shows the artisans' precise technique and sense of play. The flavor lineup again includes "Caramel Popcorn," a sweet and fragrant flavor that was well received last year.
- Christmas Mix BAG — ¥740 (tax included)
- Christmas Small-Portion Set — ¥1,840 (tax included)
- Christmas Beaker — ¥2,100 (tax included)
- Christmas Conical — ¥2,980 (tax included)
Snow Mix Capturing Clear Winter Skies and Snowy Landscapes
A winter-only candy mix finished in beautiful blue-based coloring, inspired by the crisp winter air and dreamy snowy landscapes.
It condenses delicate motifs that signal the arrival of winter, including snowflakes and snowmen as well as a transparent "snow globe" design. The snow globe design in particular is made so that its clear beauty stands out when held up to the light.
The flavors are chosen to suit winter, including the limited "Snow Vanilla," which pairs sweet vanilla with a hint of peppermint for a clean aftertaste.
- Snow Mix BAG — ¥740 (tax included)
- Snow Small-Portion Set — ¥1,840 (tax included)
- Snow Beaker — ¥2,100 (tax included)
- Snow Conical — ¥2,980 (tax included)
Kuishinbo (Foodie) Mix Expressing the Holiday Table in Candy
A lively, playful limited assortment inspired by the appetizers and main dishes that fill a holiday table.
Starting with the "Foodie Santa" design, it also includes "Apple Cider," inspired by a holiday drink from overseas. The flavors range from refreshing to sweet, so a single bag offers a variety of tastes.
- Kuishinbo Mix — ¥740 (tax included)
Cake Chocolate Candy: Cake Expressed in Candy and Chocolate
The "cake," the star of the holidays, is expressed in a millefeuille structure of candy and chocolate.
The type of chocolate is selected to match each flavor, aiming for an authentic taste that spreads the moment you bite in and the crisp texture of the candy. The bright colors of red, green, gold, and white add to the appeal.
- Cake Chocolate Candy — ¥780 (tax included)
Advent Calendar for Enjoying the 15 Days Until Christmas
A holiday-limited advent calendar that lets you enjoy the lead-up to Christmas every day.
Over the 15 days from December 10 to 24, each door you open reveals a different treat, including PAPABUBBLE's holiday-limited candies, Bubblets, and canes. The lineup varies in flavor and texture, so there is something different to enjoy each day.
The final box, for December 24, the eve of Christmas, comes with a specially prepared "Original Christmas Charm," so it can remain a Christmas keepsake even after the sweets are eaten.
It works as a treat for yourself while counting down the days, and also as a gift to share the time until Christmas by opening the doors together with family or friends.
- Advent Calendar (with holiday-limited shopper) — ¥5,800 (tax included)
Note: Sold in limited quantities.
Christmas Gift for Special Presents
A holiday-limited assorted set intended for small Christmas gifts.
It combines the "Christmas Mix," packed with Christmas motifs, with chewy "Winter Bubblets." Candy and gummies, each with a different taste and texture, come together in one box, in true PAPABUBBLE style.
The size is easy to hand over, so it suits various occasions, such as a small Christmas present or a gift to express thanks.
- Christmas Gift — ¥1,350 (tax included)
(Christmas Mix BAG x 1, Winter Bubblets 2-piece pack x 1)
Candy Ornaments to Decorate the Tree
Christmas-limited items to decorate with or eat, adding to the holiday atmosphere.
The "Ornament Set" can be hung on a tree with the included ribbon. It is an assortment that combines Christmas Mix and Snow Mix candies with Bubblets, offering a range of flavors.
The "Ornament Gift," making its debut this year, is a bottle (JAR) filled with Christmas candy and wrapped to look like an ornament. Its festive design builds the holiday mood even before opening, and it can be displayed as is.
- Ornament Set (Christmas Mix x 2, Snow Mix x 2, Bubblets in Strawberry/Pear and Peach/Apple, with ribbon) — ¥2,000 (tax included)
- Ornament Gift (in-store only) — ¥1,500 (tax included)
Christmas-Limited Lollipops to Display
Popular candies on a stick that are fun to display and photograph until Christmas, as well as to eat, adding to the holiday mood.
This year, "Santa" with its cute triangular silhouette and "Snowman," which evokes the arrival of winter, are joined by a new "Pizza," with the colors of cheese and toppings expressed in a realistic yet cute way.
- Santa Lollipop (Grape)
- Snowman Lollipop (Soda)
- Pizza Lollipop (Mixed Juice)
Each ¥1,280 (tax included)
Colorful "Cane Petty" Candy Canes for Christmas
"Cane Petty," a cane-shaped candy based on a classic Christmas motif, arrives this year in three colors and flavors.
Because the traditional "cane candy" overseas is peppermint-flavored, the classic red-and-white version has a hint of peppermint added. The mint flavor is kept gentle, so it is easy to enjoy from children to adults.
Besides eating them as they are, they can also be used to accompany a Christmas tree or a gift.
- Cane Petty Red/White (Snow Raspberry)
- Cane Petty Red/Green (Melon Soda)
- Cane Petty Clear Pink (Mixed Berry)
Each ¥480 (tax included)
Glowing Santa and Reindeer Christmas Candy
Special lollipops that light up, to enjoy by looking at them as well as eating them, such as by hanging them on a Christmas tree or taking photos.
The lineup features "Santa," with his distinctive red hat, and a cute "Reindeer." Sour flavors are used so the lollipops are less likely to get boring even when licked for a long time.
The facial expressions and the balance of the parts are carefully considered, and the artisans finish each one by hand.
- Light-Up Santa Lollipop (Strawberry) — ¥1,580 (tax included)
- Light-Up Reindeer Lollipop (Pineapple) — ¥1,480 (tax included)
Caganer Bubblets Blending Tradition and Playfulness
These unique gummies are inspired by the "Caganer," a traditional figure from Barcelona, Spain, which is said to bring good luck and joy when displayed at Christmas.
With a shape that is sure to bring a smile, they are meant to be enjoyed by both the giver and the receiver. In addition to the regular type, there is also a "light-up type" to brighten holiday-season parties and night events.
With their colorful red, green, and yellow look and juicy fruit flavors, they can be displayed, lit up, and eaten.
What is a Caganer?
In Catalonia, the region that includes Barcelona, where PAPABUBBLE originated, Caganer figures are displayed to celebrate Christmas. The custom dates back to the Baroque era in the 17th and 18th centuries. It is said to have begun because excrement was believed to enrich the soil and lead to a bountiful harvest the following year.
- Caganer Bubblets (Green: Pear / Red: Strawberry) — ¥480 (tax included)
- Light-Up Caganer Bubblets (Red: Strawberry / Yellow: Mango / Blue: Apple) — ¥680 (tax included)
Winter-Limited "Winter Bubblets" in Christmas Colors
Winter-limited flavors of the popular "Bubblets" arrive, suited to the Christmas season.
To match the festive Christmas colors of red, green, and white, there are three flavors: "Raspberry Soda," "Chardonnay," and "Champagne." "Raspberry Soda" is a sweet and tart flavor made with concentrated raspberry juice, "Chardonnay" is elegant and refreshing, and "Champagne" is a glamorous flavor inspired by winter snow and sparkle. Each offers a different taste.
Besides the color scheme when the three are lined up, comparing the differences in taste is another way to enjoy them.
Note: Chardonnay and Champagne are flavors inspired by the aroma and taste. They contain no alcohol, so children can enjoy them with confidence.
- Winter Bubblets 2-piece pack — ¥360 (tax included)
- Winter Bubblets 9-piece pack — ¥1,600 (tax included)
Holiday Shopper with a Spanish Tile Pattern
An original shopper bag is available for the holiday season only.
Based on red and green, the front and back are designed in different shades. A Spanish tile pattern in gold foil decorates the sides, which stands out against the festive Christmas atmosphere.
It can serve as an accent color in a winter outfit and as an item that dresses up Christmas gifts.
- Holiday Shopper — ¥130 (tax included)
Wakuwaku Candy Kuji Christmas Version
"Wakuwaku Candy Kuji," a popular product that passed 3,000 units in cumulative sales about one month after its release, gets a holiday-season-limited "Wakuwaku Candy Kuji Christmas ver.," available exclusively at the online store.
The Christmas lineup includes candy in glass containers that suit gifts as well as individually wrapped candies that can be handed out as they are. Prize A is a super-large candy jar holding about 2.4 kg of candy, which can be obtained only here.
Art candies finished one piece at a time by performers (candy artisans) are delivered at random, with no blanks. A dedicated app decides the lottery result at the moment the purchase is completed, adding the thrill of a game or gacha.
- Christmas Candy Kuji (online store exclusive) — ¥3,500 (tax included)
Note: One set from Prizes A to D is delivered at random.
- Prize A: Super-Large Candy Jar, about 2.4 kg (Christmas Mix) — 1% chance
- Prize B: 2 canisters (1 Christmas Mix, 1 Snow Mix) — 10% chance
- Prize C: 3 bags of Christmas Mix, 3 bags of Snow Mix, 3 bags of Kuishinbo Mix — 20% chance
- Prize D: 2 bags of Christmas Mix, 2 bags of Snow Mix, 1 bag of Fruit Mix — 69% chance
