Morinaga America introduces Hi-Chew to U.S. consumers

LOS ANGELES Morinaga America is introducing the nation to a popular fruit chew in Japan.

Hi-Chew, available is six flavors, are featured on Hi-Chew.com, where visitors can learn more about the candy, dubbed “a little piece of heaven” by its makers. To help generate excitement and stimulate curiosity in the Hi-Chew brand, Morinaga America is sponsoring a video/photo contest. The Hi-Chew “Anywhere, Anytime” contest encourages people to submit video or photos of friends and/or family enjoying Hi-Chew fruit chews. Once a month, an image is chosen from that month’s submissions and the winner receives a 30-day supply of their favorite Hi-Chew flavor.  The winning video/photo is featured on the Web site.

“Hi-Chew fruit chews are like nothing you’ve ever tasted before,”said Toshiya Yasuda, Morinaga America president, marketing and distribution channel for Hi-Chew in the U.S. “Our tag line, 'a little piece of heaven,' really captures the essence of the Hi-Chew taste sensation of the smooth, juicy, chewy texture and long-lasting flavors of Strawberry, Green Apple, Mango, Melon and Orange. Equally exciting is the introduction of the newest flavor Banana to coincide with the launch of the Web site.”