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Korean dessert brand accused of copying Japan’s Tokyo Banana
KR🏛️ PoliticsCenter8 hr. ago

Korean dessert brand accused of copying Japan’s Tokyo Banana

A South Korean dessert brand named Tokyo Berry is under scrutiny for allegedly copying the branding and packaging of Japan's Tokyo Banana, a well-known confectionery. Consumers have pointed out striking visual similarities between the two brands' packaging, leading to accusations that Tokyo Berry is misleadingly implying a connection to the Japanese brand. The controversy intensified after social media users posted side-by-side comparisons highlighting these similarities. In response, Tokyo Berry removed its promotional content from Instagram and disabled comments amid growing public backlash. Additionally, some critics claim that Tokyo Berry also resembles Hanjungsun, a high-end Korean dessert brand known for using traditional hanji paper for packaging. Grapestone, the company behind Tokyo Banana, has stated they are reviewing the situation and consulting with the appropriate authorities.

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The Korea Herald logoThe Korea HeraldIndependentCenter8 hr. ago
Korean dessert brand accused of copying Japan’s Tokyo Banana

A South Korean dessert brand named Tokyo Berry is under scrutiny for allegedly copying the branding and packaging of Japan's Tokyo Banana, a well-known confectionery. Consumers have pointed out striking visual similarities between the two brands' packaging, leading to accusations that Tokyo Berry is misleadingly implying a connection to the Japanese brand. The controversy intensified after social media users posted side-by-side comparisons highlighting these similarities. In response, Tokyo Berry removed its promotional content from Instagram and disabled comments amid growing public backlash. Additionally, some critics claim that Tokyo Berry also resembles Hanjungsun, a high-end Korean dessert brand known for using traditional hanji paper for packaging. Grapestone, the company behind Tokyo Banana, has stated they are reviewing the situation and consulting with the appropriate authorities.

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