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Mark Kennedy's avatar

What a great true story about product development and branding. Are they still keeping Aquarius at bay (at least in Japan)?

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Leon's avatar

Still clearly ahead but all the Coke machines have Aquarius

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Kate Elwood's avatar

This was interesting. Do you know when Aquarius came out and how it tried to distinguish itself from Pocari Sweat?

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Leon's avatar

No I missed that saga!

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Daniel Eve's avatar

100% Team Aquarius over here -- but I'll Sweat if absolutely necessary.

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Leon's avatar

Big Coca Cola defeating the minnow Otsuka? Fair enough, I honestly will take either on a summer day

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Daniel Eve's avatar

Now I feel guilty...but Aquari-chan just tastes better!

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Michael Tatarski's avatar

The nectar of the gods!

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Leon's avatar

To think that's how it all began!

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Liam Collens's avatar

A fascinating read!

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Maxim's avatar

Wonderful story. Indeed one of the brands one can’t miss when in Japan. And I’ve definitely become a fan as well!

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