AVON model big hit in Japan ;P

Modeled on the “Girls’ Night Out” events which originated in the US, shopping parties where women can browse products while enjoying drinks are catching on in Tokyo. The concept brings together three elements: sample products, low prices, and free drinks.

Canned coffee is ubiquitous in Japan. It can be found in vending machines at nearly every street corner and in conveniences stores in nearly every street. It is not seen as a gourmet experience, but rather a quick, cheap source of caffeine. However, the canned coffee market, which has long been a vital part of the beverage industry in Japan, has gone through a major transition in 2008.

The “standard” type of canned coffee, including both milk and sugar, which accounted for roughly 60% of the market in previous years, has been loosing ground as consumers grow more concerned about their health amidst news of rising obesity rates.

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Kinda borat style documentary…
"A new Burger King advertising campaign featuring 'Whopper virgins' has caused a backlash on the internet days ahead of it being aired.

The advert - to be shown in the US - features people in obscure locations around the world who have never heard of the burger.

The 'Whopper virgins' then face a taste test and can be seen giving their verdict on whether they prefer Whoppers or Burger King's rival, McDonald's burgers.

The ad, which is shot documentary-style, visits countries including Thailand, Romania and Greenland.

It is due to air in the US this week, but some bloggers have already branded it offensive, while others say it is marketing gone mad. "