# Anime-Themed Candy Bars Bandai Candy Unveils More Chocolate Bars Inspired by Demon Slayer By Amy Duong | Published 2021-04-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandai-candy References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/4/demon-slayer-bandai-chocolate-strawberry-bar) Bandai Candy showcases a look at its new themed candy bars that are inspired by the [anime series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheyskisses-pokmon) 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.' This marks the second launch of candy bars themed around Demon Slayer, as the first one was [matcha flavored](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-matcha) spotlighting Nezuko's bamboo muzzle. The latest flavor is strawberry, inspired by Nezuko's kimono this time around. The actual chocolate bar has a layer of strawberry milk chocolate that covers another layer of sweet milk chocolate. This section has a textural crunch due to the crunchy puffs and similar to the previous launch, fans have the opportunity to collect special stickers. There are a total of 13 different characters and three special and rate holographic stickers. Image Credit: Ufotable ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anime Themed Food Products:** There is growing demand for food products inspired by popular anime series that can attract a broader range of customers. - **Limited Edition and Collectible Food Products:** Brands can leverage the popularity of anime by releasing limited edition and collectible food products that target fans' love for rare merchandise. - **Layered Flavored Chocolate Bars:** Consumers are on the lookout for unique chocolate products that feature unusual, contrasting and layered flavors to enhance their indulgent experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery Industry:** Confectionery brands can collaborate with popular anime creators and license holders to create innovative and unique products for anime fans. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** All food and beverage companies can explore the possibility of creating limited edition and collectible products that offer a unique experience to customers. - **Niche Food Product Industry:** Niche food product companies can gain more customers by tapping into the growing anime fan market and introducing limited edition anime themed products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celebratory Cartoon Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-kitkat.md) - [Japanese-Style Matcha Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lindt-tokyo-style-chocolate-matcha-strawberry.md) - [Multi-Flavored Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kit-kat-duo.md) - [Deep-Fried Candy Bar Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kushi-katsu-tanaka.md) - [Sushi Chain Chocolate Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-thunder.md) - [Holiday-Themed Cartoon Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minions-very-berry-chew-bars.md) - [Anime Monster Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-ginza-cozy-corner.md) - [Marshmallow-Flavored Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-flavored-candy-bar.md) - [Halloween-Inspired Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-toast.md)