# Japanese Anime-Inspired Puddings Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory is Serving Spirited Away Puddings By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-10-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirited-away-puddings References: [soranews24](https://soranews24.com/2024/10/16/halloween-totoro-and-spirited-away-puddings-set-to-delight-ghibli-fans-in-tokyo/)  Halloween is just around the corner and Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory is celebrating with the launch of new [Totoro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mug-tumblers) and [Spirited Away](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-1) puddings. Perfect for fans of the iconic [Studio Ghibli](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-tea) films, both of the new puddings are a sweet, not-so-spooky take on Halloween iconography. The first of the new puddings is the Totoro’s Pumpkin Purin, which consists of a mug filled with purin (a Japanese-style custard pudding), and topped with a Totoro cream puff and Jack-o’-lantern cookie. On the other hand, the new Spirited Away-inspired Otori-sama’s Beni-imo Sweet Potato Purin features a purin and purple sweet potato base topped with a yellow bathing bird Otori-sama and a Jack-o’-lantern cookie. Best of all, you get to keep the mugs the puddings are served in. Image Credit: Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory, SoraNews24 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 29% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anime-themed Foods:** Anime-themed foods are emerging as a creative way to blend popular culture with culinary experiences, appealing to die-hard fans and casual consumers alike. - **Halloween Desserts:** Seasonal Halloween desserts are becoming increasingly sophisticated and themed, moving beyond traditional sweets to include intricate and culturally inspired designs. - **Keepsake Packaging:** Products that include collectible and reusable packaging are gaining traction, providing added value and an opportunity for sustained consumer engagement. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery Industry:** The confectionery industry sees a surge in demand for culturally inspired and visually captivating desserts, with a focus on unique flavor combinations and artistic presentation. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** The entertainment merchandise sector benefits from cross-industry collaborations, bringing beloved characters from the screen to real-world consumables, enhancing brand loyalty. - **Packaging and Design:** The packaging and design industry innovates by incorporating functional and decorative elements that transform packaging into cherished keepsakes, driving repeat purchases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anime-Inspired Tea Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-tea.md) - [Anime-Themed Coffee Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mug-tumblers.md) - [Anime-Inspired Extensive Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ensky.md) - [Cartoonish Custard Dessert Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanrio-x-pastel.md) - [Interactive Japanese Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pucchin-pudding-cup.md) - [Cozy Animation-Themed Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghibli-bag-collection.md) - [80s Animated Film Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koriko-cafe.md) - [Fruity Cartoon-Inspired Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benelic.md) - [Animation Studio Cookbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bento-cookbook.md)