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# Anime Detergent Bottles
Kao Laundry Detergent Created a Special Attack on Titan Laundry Detergent

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-12-18 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kao-laundry-detergent
References: [soranews24](https://soranews24.com/2018/12/14/attack-on-titan-laundry-detergent-on-sale-in-japan-for-a-limited-time/) & [yogoso](https://yogoso.com/shingeki/)

Kao laundry detergent, a Japanese brand, teamed up with Attack on Titan to create a limited-edition Kao Attack on Titan Laundry Detergent. The anime-inspired detergent bottle has been made available to consumers online through [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dylon-detergent), as well as various drugstores throughout Japan. Prominently featured on the branded detergent bottle is Captain [Levi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graniph-1), one of the main protagonists in Attack on Titan, who also happens to be well-known as a neat freak.

To create the collaborative detergent bottle, Kao interacted with fans on [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocktangle) to have them determine their preferred packaging design, slogan and wooden bucket design by a vote. Soon, the wooden bucket accessory will be available to shop. The Kao Attack on Titan Laundry Detergent.is advertised with a slogan that says: “laundry with no regrets.”

Upon release, the limited-edition detergent was so popular among fans, it sold out of stock.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 34% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: Asia

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Branded Collaborations:** Collaborating with popular media franchises and fan communities to create limited edition products can create buzz and increase sales for brands.
- **Fan-driven Product Design:** Engaging with fans to determine product design elements can increase brand loyalty and provide insight into consumer preferences.
- **Novelty Packaging:** Incorporating unique packaging designs into products can differentiate brands and increase product visibility in the market.

### Where This Applies

- **Household Products:** Companies in the household products industry can leverage branded collaborations to create unique products that appeal to a wider audience.
- **Anime and Manga:** Collaborating with household product companies can provide anime and manga franchises with new revenue streams and opportunities for fan engagement.
- **Social Media Marketing:** Engaging with fans on social media platforms can provide brands with valuable insights into consumer preferences and can generate buzz around products.

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