The "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake," known for its moist, soft texture and iconic Hokkaido-shaped trademark, is a classic staple you can always find at the supermarket. Now, a plushie version of this beloved cake has been released, and it's become a hot topic on social media.

Inedible but Adorable! The "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake" Plushie

You might think this is a picture of the familiar Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake, right? It's actually a giant plushie. Measuring 21cm in length, 33cm in width, and 15cm in thickness (at its maximum), it's the perfect size for a big hug.

This plushie is a special bonus item included with the "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake FAN BOOK," which will be released on December 6, 2023. It was created to commemorate the cake's 25th anniversary in 2024.

The "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake FAN BOOK" is filled with the cake's charms, including its history, a factory tour, a mini-encyclopedia, trivia, and even new ways for fans to enjoy it, such as flavor variations and arranged recipes.

The strawberry sandwich arranged recipe introduced in the mook.

Hokkaido Cheese in Pudding

Banana Sandwich

Re-baked

Went Viral with 20,000 Reposts in a Single Day

The pre-order announcement for the mook (magazine-book) "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake FAN BOOK" was posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Takarajimasha at midnight on November 6. In just one day, it caused a massive stir, garnering 20,000 reposts (formerly retweets)!

＼予約受付中／✨
ヤマザキ「北海道チーズ蒸しケーキ」がビッグなぬいるぐるみになった！
ほんものそっくり！もちもちふわふわ～✨
ボリュームたっぷりで思わずぎゅっとしたくなる♪ #宝島社 #付録#宝島社付録 #ムック付録 https://t.co/RvVMvwN96T pic.twitter.com/bLB3MIYS3d

— 宝島社【公式】さきどり付録情報 (@storetkj) November 6, 2023

As a Hokkaido native, I can't help but feel a sense of pride, thinking, "Of course it's popular!" I wonder if other people from Hokkaido feel the same way... Takarajimasha's post was flooded with comments like "It looks delicious," "I want one," and "It looks so soft."

The "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake FAN BOOK" will be released on December 6, 2023, priced at 3,080 yen (tax included). I can't wait for the day I can hug this giant cheese steamed cake plushie!

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