When you are unsure what souvenir to choose, buying something local is a dependable strategy. Some areas even have their own yuru-chara mascots that appear on souvenir products.
If you visit Chiba, Funassyi is probably the best-known mascot. Chiba-kun is also very familiar to local residents.
While looking for souvenirs at Ichikawa Parking Area on the Shuto Expressway Bayshore Route, I assumed the selection would mainly feature Funassyi or Chiba-kun.
Instead, I found products featuring a character I had never seen before, named “P-Man.”
P-Man Peanut Butter-In Cookies (Seiwa Bussan)
A box of six costs ¥378.
Apparently, P-Man is a local mascot from Chiba. The “P” stands for peanuts.
He has such a wonderfully laid-back, loose mascot look. Nice work, P-Man.
The best-before date is printed on the back.
The cookies keep for about two months from the date of purchase.
Each cookie is individually wrapped in clear plastic.
The plump, round shape is very cute.
The cookie is crisp and light.
Inside is a generous amount of peanut cream.
The cream is rich and smooth, and the occasional bits of peanut add a nice accent. Delicious!
The price is affordable, so it is an easy souvenir to pick up.
Thank you for the treat!
Related: 22 Recommended Souvenirs from Chiba Prefecture, Plus 11 Places to Shop for Them
P-Man Peanut Butter-In Cookies Product Info, Expiration Date, Manufacturer
| Product Name | P-Man Peanut Butter-In Cookies |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer / Seller | Seiwa Bussan |
| Address | 1056-1 Nishicho, Kamogawa, Chiba |
| Expiration Date | About 2 months |
| Place of Purchase | Ichikawa PA |
| Price | ¥378 |
