SHANGHAI -- A trend of decorating bags with goods depicting ones's favorite idol and anime character as well as carrying stuffed toys in transparent pouches is catching on among Chinese youth.
Trend originating in Japan helps people escape from harsh reality

So-called cringy bags have begun to draw attention amid the expansion of China's character goods market. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)
SHANGHAI -- A trend of decorating bags with goods depicting ones's favorite idol and anime character as well as carrying stuffed toys in transparent pouches is catching on among Chinese youth.