When KFC Meets Oracle Bone Script: Henan’s First Oracle Bone Script–Themed KFC
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- January 8, 2026
- 7:23 pm
In the hometown of oracle bone script, ancient characters meet modern life in an unexpected way. Recently, Anyang unveiled Henan’s first oracle bone script–themed KFC, turning a familiar fast-food restaurant into a space where 3,300 years of history can be seen, touched, and experienced.
Created jointly by the Anyang Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, Sports and Tourism and KFC Henan, the upgraded Drive-Thru restaurant on Renmin Avenue blends dining with culture. Oracle bone characters are woven throughout the space. From interactive “guess the character” walls to murals showing scenes of Shang Dynasty life, it allows visitors to learn about the origins of Chinese writing while enjoying a meal.
On the second floor, pictographic characters such as “fish,” “cook,” “dance,” and “music” appear within ancient daily life scenes, while digital screens explain how Chinese characters were formed. Even the exterior design pairs ancient bronze vessels with modern coffee cups, creating a visual dialogue across time.
This project is not just decoration, but a creative way to bring ancient culture into everyday life. As the birthplace of oracle bone script, Anyang has long explored how to move these ancient characters beyond museums and into modern settings. The themed restaurant offers a lively answer, especially for younger audiences.
As part of KFC Henan’s cultural-themed restaurant series, the Anyang oracle bone script location marks a new step in making traditional culture accessible and engaging.
This winter, visit the oracle bone script–themed KFC in Anyang.
Enjoy a piece of fried chicken, learn an ancient character, and experience a civilization that began over 3,300 years ago.