Everyone's An-Butter Day

What Is Everyone's An-Butter Day?

August 22nd is "Everyone's An-Butter Day" (Minna no An Butter no Hi), celebrating "an-butter" — the beloved combination of sweet red bean paste (anko) and butter. It was established by Instagram creator "Usamogu" of Bennu Co., Ltd., a self-proclaimed an-butter enthusiast, together with crowdfunding backers, and was certified by the Japan Anniversary Association in 2022.

Born From Combining "Azuki Day" and "Delicious Butter Day"

Everyone's An-Butter Day exists to introduce more people to the charm of an-butter, a beloved pairing where Japanese and Western flavors meet.

• Origin: The date combines the 1st of each month, known as "Azuki Bean Day," with August 21st, "Delicious Butter Day," landing the combined celebration on August 22nd.
• Established by: Instagram creator "Usamogu," an an-butter enthusiast, together with crowdfunding supporters.
• Certification: Officially recognized by the Japan Anniversary Association.
• Purpose: To spread appreciation for the delicious pairing of red bean paste and butter.

A Perfect Harmony of Sweet and Salty

An-butter blends the gentle sweetness of azuki beans with the faint saltiness of butter, and it's enjoyed in many forms — on toast, in bread, or with traditional Japanese sweets. Much talked about on social media, the combination has become a familiar menu item at many cafes and bakeries. Usamogu, who founded the day, is said to have eaten more than 1,500 an-butter treats.

Ways to Mark the Day

• Make your own an-butter toast or bread at home
• Look for an-butter items at your local cafe or bakery
• Try creative new combinations of red bean paste and butter
• Share your favorite an-butter creation on social media

A New Classic Born From East Meeting West

Everyone's An-Butter Day is a chance to share in the delicious discovery of a new pairing made from familiar ingredients. On August 22nd, take a moment to savor the flavor that red bean paste and butter create together.