There is a “fake sweets” boom among Japanese women going on these days.

Fake sweets are imitations of cakes, chocolates, macarons and such that look just like the real thing. In recent years they have been attached to plastic beverage bottles as novelty items and made into mobile phone straps, key chains, pendants and other goods with fake sweets motifs in Japan. There are also decorative types that are combined with rhinestone and flower nail art.

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In response to demand by women who “don’t like ready-made fake sweets,” toy makers are selling Handmade Fake Sweets Kits. More and more women enjoy tirelessly making fake sweets after coming home from work.

Fake sweets have stolen the hearts of Japanese women who love all things “cute.” You have to check them out when you come to Japan!

This article has been created in collaboration with
Akiba Keizai Shimbun

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