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Tokidoki targets expansion with IMG

Agency appointed as exclusive licensing representative in Japan, Korea and Taiwan.

Lifestyle brand tokidoki has appointed IMG as its exclusive licensing representative in Japan, Korea and Taiwan.

Created by Italian artist Simone Legno, launched in 2005 and named after the Japanese word for ‘sometimes’, tokidoki has amassed a cult-like following for its diverse array of character families, each one with its own unique story.

As well as its popular designs, the brand is known for high-profile apparel, handbag, cosmetics, accessory and toy collaborations with the likes of Hello Kitty, Karl Lagerfeld, LeSportsac, Barbie, Onitsuka Tiger, Sephora and Marvel among others.

IMG will work with tokidoki to expand its global footprint in the three Asian territories through a programme of mono-branded and collaborative consumer products, with an initial focus on apparel, accessories and toys across a variety of distribution channels.

“One of tokidoki’s founding principles is my business partner Simone’s belief that everyone waits for moments that change one’s destiny,” said Pooneh Mohajer, co-founder and ceo of tokidoki. “We believe our partnership with IMG is one of those moments and that their representation of us in Japan, Korea and Taiwan will simultaneously expand and complement our business in Asia as well as globally.”

Miki Yamamoto, svp of licensing at IMG, added: “With its larger-than-life characters, bold designs and Japanese-inspired roots, tokidoki is already widely loved and in demand in Asia – and all around the world.

“The diverse choice of character families, each with its own identity and personalities, lends itself well to an array of potential products and collaborations which we look forward to exploring.”

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