# Anime Character Breads These Egg Yolk Buns are Shaped After a Japanese Sanrio Character By M | Published 2015-10-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-yolk-bun References: [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1099661/anime-inspired-dumplings) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bGdYJz6VDE) These homemade egg yolk buns are designed to look like Japanese anime characters created by toy brand [Sanrio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-snack-charm). The buns are extremely adorable and just as tasty. The anime breads are made by [YouTuber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meat-snacking-range) NMplusCHANNEL that shares a tutorial on how foodies can make their variety on bright yellow breads in the comfort of their own home. [Gudetama](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamagotchi) is the Sanrio character that these buns are modelled after. The buns are long and oval in shape with a squinty face made from chocolate sauce. These breads are a milky yellow in hue thanks to the use of egg yolks to make the bread batter. If you're a fan of anime characters, you can give these homemade buns a try at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Anime Character Breads:** Creating breads shaped like anime characters provides a unique and creative twist to traditional bread making. - **DIY Food Art:** The popularity of homemade food art tutorials on platforms like YouTube allows individuals to express their creativity through edible creations. - **Personalized Food Experiences:** Making character-inspired breads at home allows individuals to personalize their food experiences and showcase their favorite anime characters. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bakery Industry:** Bakeries can introduce a new line of character-themed breads and attract customers who appreciate unique and visually appealing food products. - **Food Entertainment Industry:** Food entertainment platforms can create content and tutorials on the art of making food that resembles popular animated characters, catering to the interests of anime fans. - **Foodie Community:** The foodie community can embrace this trend by sharing and experimenting with their own versions of anime character breads, fostering creativity and connection among food enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cookie-Imitating Adorable Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-snack-charm.md) - [Anime Monster Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-ginza-cozy-corner.md) - [Artisanal Japanese Milk Breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisanal-japanese-milk-bread.md) - [Anime Character Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mister-donut-pikachu-donut.md) - [Japanese Anime-Inspired Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirited-away-puddings.md) - [Seeded Japanese Milk Breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tom-cat-bakery.md) - [Cartoon-Themed Kitchen Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoshinoya-at-home-campaign.md) - [RPG-Themed Baked Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-quest-slime-bread.md) - [Celebratory Anime Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-donuts.md)