# Seafood-Topped Chicken Sandwiches The KFC Japan Lobster Fillet Burgers are Arriving for Winter By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lobster-fillet-burgers References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2022/12/kfc-japan-serves-up-new-fried-lobster-bisque-patty-in-chicken-sandwich.html) & [kfc.co.jp](https://www.kfc.co.jp)  The [KFC Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ham-katsu-chicken-sandwich) Lobster Fillet Burgers are a new series of menu items being launched as a hybrid sandwich option that doesn't skimp on premium ingredients. The sandwich comes with or without cheese and is crafted with a piece of fried chicken along with a lobster bisque patty deep-fried for a touch of crunch. The sandwich is topped with tomato sauce on the bun for a touch of acidity to cut the fried ingredients and and comes served on a [premium bun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-cheesy-melt-burger). The KFC Japan Lobster Fillet Burgers are being launched at participating locations where patrons can pick them up starting at 490 yen. The sandwich promises to offer a satisfying flavor experience and offers a new way to enjoy the namesake soup. Image Credit: KFC Japan ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Food Options:** There are opportunities for new hybrid food concepts that combine premium ingredients to create unique flavor experiences. - **Seafood-topped Sandwiches:** Innovative seafood-topped sandwiches can be developed and marketed as a premium menu item. - **Fried Chicken Variations:** Creating many variations of fried chicken could be a potential for increasing sales and developing a cult following among foodies. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food Chains:** Fast food chains can create unique, premium menu offerings to entice consumers and stay competitive. - **Seafood Suppliers:** Suppliers can offer new seafood options that are catered specifically towards topping sandwiches to fast food chains. - **Food Manufacturing:** Companies specializing in food manufacturing can work with fast food chains to develop new, innovative menu items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fried Ham-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ham-katsu-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Refreshing Summertime QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanesestyle-summer-burgers.md) - [Extra-Cheesy QSR Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-menu-items.md) - [Barbecue-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-bbq-fried-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Cranberry-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Sauce-Smothered Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-sandwich.md) - [Celestial Burger Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsukimi-moon-viewing-burgers.md) - [Festively Themed QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-christmas-special.md) - [Extra-Saucy Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-chicken-sandwiches.md)