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# Online Customized Chocolate
DecoCho Chocolate

By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-03-03 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-customized-chocolate-decocho-chocolate
References: [kilian-nakamura](http://www.kilian-nakamura.com/blog-english/index.php/page/2/)

A chocolate making company in Japan named Tirol along with the website DecoCho (Decoration Chocolate) is making it possible for people to [customize chocolate online](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-gift) via an interface provided by MacStyle. This interface allows people to upload up to three pictures, customize them purikura style (purikura is a term of Japanese origin meaning either a photo sticker booth or the product of such a photo booth) and then have the results printed up on the [Tirol chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-thunder) wrappers and delivered within 2 to 3 weeks. This way you can show off by handing out chocolate with your picture or your favorite pet's picture on the wrapper.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.2/10
- Popularity: 7% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Online Customization:** The trend of online customization allows consumers to personalize products to their own preferences, creating a unique and personalized experience.
- **Personalized Gifts:** The trend of personalized gifts gives consumers the opportunity to create customized gifts for their loved ones, adding a personal touch to their expressions of affection.
- **Print-on-demand:** The trend of print-on-demand services enables consumers to have their designs and images printed on various products, expanding creative possibilities and offering unique merchandise.

### Where This Applies

- **E-commerce:** The e-commerce industry can capitalize on the trend of online customization by offering personalized products and experiences, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- **Printing and Packaging:** The printing and packaging industry can benefit from the trend of personalized gifts by providing specialized printing services for customized products, allowing for greater personalization and creativity.
- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the trend of print-on-demand services by offering customizable packaging options for their products, providing a unique selling point and engaging consumers with personalized experiences.

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