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TarePanda

GET READY FOR PANDA-MONIUM!
    In the tradition of Japanese art, design, and animation comes a new sensation-TarePanda. Created by the Japan-based company San-X in 1995, TarePanda is a cool and Zen-like panda whose favorite activities are lying down, rolling instead of walking, and turning the everyday into the quirky.

WHAT IS TAREPANDA?

  • Japanese art-based lifestyle sensation based on the imagery of a floppy, wide-eyed panda
  • Created by San-X, a top trend-setting stationery and gift company
  • Translated from the Japanese as "laid-back panda"
  • TarePanda can be male, female or unisex
  • TarePanda can exist singly or in multiples
  • TarePanda has proven universal appeal and can be seasonal, situational, or dressed in costume-endless variations are possible

TARGET AUDIENCE

  • Teen and Tween girls

INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON

  • $800 million in retail sales worldwide
  • Merchandise successfully launched in Japan in 1998. Program built to 127 licensees with first year retail sales topping $300 million. TarePanda books achieved best-seller status in Japan. TarePanda featured in a 17-day festival with product, artist autographs, and activities for all ages.
  • Licensing program expanded across Asia. Product is currently in market in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Thailand. TarePanda affinity credit card program attracted one million applicants.
  • Inspiration for over 5000 websites worldwide

CONSUMER PRODUCTS

  • Richard Leeds International: In development with girls and young contemporary sleepwear and daywear
  • Key lifestyle opportunities include t-shirts, athletic/yoga apparel, bags, backpacks, accessories, cosmetics, HBA, bedding, room décor, stationery and back-to-school

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