Itochu character goods affiliate to expand into Southeast Asia

RBA acquires exclusive rights to develop Moomin brand in 10 nations

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Rights & Brands Asia's booth at Hong Kong International Licensing Show 2024, in April. The company is expanding its licensing business throughout greater China and Southeast Asia. (Photo provided by Itochu)

SHIN WATANABE, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Itochu is expanding its animation and character goods businesses, having acquired exclusive rights to promote the popular Nordic character Moomin in Southeast Asia and greater China.

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