# Candy Wrapper Cartoons These Playful Characters are Made from Colorful Candy Packaging By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-08-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-candy-packaging References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/379098/Totoro-Darth-Vader-Other-Whimsical-Characters-Created-From-Candy-Packaging/) & [sparebutton.jp](http://sparebutton.jp) Akihiro Mizuuchi is a Japanese designer who recently created a series of cartoon characters out of colorful candy packaging. While many artists experiment with different mediums, Mizuuchi's use of candy wrappers is particularly unique. The series features a number of recognizable cartoon characters, including Darth Vader, Mario and Totoro. The whimsical characters are placed in detailed scenes that mirror the films and television shows from which they are drawn. Beyond the pop culture-inspired creations, Mizuuchi also recreates scenes from famous storybooks such as Little Red Riding Hood. Each of the characters is made from pieces of colorful candy packaging from familiar snacks such as [Ritz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/century-city-law) crackers and Pocky biscuits. The cheeky designs offer a new take on several beloved cartoon characters. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Candy Wrapper Art:** Exploring the creative potential of candy wrappers as an art medium. - **Pop Culture-inspired Art:** Creating whimsical characters and scenes from popular films and television shows. - **Upcycling Packaging Materials:** Repurposing colorful candy packaging to create unique artworks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore unconventional materials and techniques. - **Confectionery:** Incorporating creative packaging that can be repurposed into art as a unique selling point. - **Sustainability:** Using upcycled materials like candy wrappers to promote eco-friendly practices and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Street Art-Style Gummy Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rancher-gummies.md) - [Edible Treat Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treat-container.md) - [Collectible Cartoon Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pez-products.md) - [DIY Chocolate Wrappers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-chocolate-wrapper.md) - [Comic Strip Milk Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seki-milk.md) - [Celebratory Cartoon Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-kitkat.md) - [Video Game-Themed Candy Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hershey-company-and-nintendo.md) - [Emoji-Covered Candy Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-focused-pack-design.md) - [Cinematic Candy Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/character-candy-cases.md)