By MOOK Scenic Spots, compiled and reported
Portrait economy strikes again: FamilyMart capitalizes on summer business by bringing together Korea and Taiwan’s most popular characters. Starting July 3, enjoy the Korean “Kakao Friends” storewide point collection and the Bad Badtz-Maru spinning car drink & ice treat bonus offer. These practical and heartwarming items include super useful travel gear like helmets and power banks.Photo provided by FamilyMart, the same below
Kakao Friends is currently Korea’s most recognized and beloved healing character, with a huge fan base in Taiwan. This collaboration between FamilyMart and Kakao Friends has resulted in 9 exclusive point-collection items—the first time Kakao Friends has worked with a Taiwanese retail channel to develop products.
Kakao Friends power bank.
Bad Badtz-Maru has topped Taiwan’s Line sticker annual sales chart for two consecutive years and is also collaborating with convenience stores for the first time. Eight cheeky spinning cars are available—just buy any two drinks or ice treats over NT$20 and pay an extra NT$69 to get one.
Kakao Friends helmet (left: adult size, right: child size)
FamilyMart’s “Big KA FUN Summer Vacation” storewide point campaign features Kakao Friends’ most popular characters, Ryan and the mischievous Apeach. Nine point-redemption items are available, with the first wave launching on July 3. These include two Kakao Friends plush keychains, two Kakao Friends cardholder sets, two Kakao Friends pillow blankets, and three Kakao Friends power banks—practical and adorable items. Don’t miss the Ryan handheld fan and the cool Kakao Friends cup, perfect for summer. Let Ryan’s cute expressions and Apeach’s funny face brighten your day!
The second wave, starting July 17, focuses on must-have travel items for the summer break, featuring two adult-sized Kakao Friends helmets, a child-sized Kakao Friends helmet, and two foldable Kakao Friends tables. The highlight is the foldable table, which is space-saving when folded, easy to carry with its handle, and features a stable U-shaped leg design—perfect for both indoor and outdoor use. It’s a must-have for fans. Additionally, special FamilyMart locations in Ban-Nong and Xin Dunmin have been decorated with Kakao Friends’ iconic characters on the walls—great photo ops for fans.
Kakao Friends pillow and blanket.
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