A cactus turns evil and 25 minutes of pure chaos ensues. Peak cinema.
SL-Man transports food to the city, guarded by Melonpanna and Yakisobapanman. The train is ambushed by a gang of robbers led by Dokinchan, intent on robbing the food. The gang is driven away by Yakisobapanman, but Baikinman transforms the cactus man into Black Sabotenman and forces it to attack SL-Man as he passes through the oasis. Will the food arrive safely and will the cactus man return to normal?
Practical Effects
Yakisobapanman's actual noodle hair. Iconic character design.
Sound
Baikinman's chaotic villain laugh — unmatched energy.
Director
Shunji Oga
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Yakisobapanman debuted in 1990 and remains one of the most popular Anpanman characters, specifically because his head is literally stir-fried noodles.
Anpanman is Japan's most beloved children's character, predating even Pikachu in merchandising dominance — this 2000 short was part of over 30 theatrical releases.
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