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全球1/4动漫衍生品来自东莞 世界工厂如何转型为潮玩之都?
Yang Shi Wang· 2025-08-13 22:18
Core Insights - The 15th China International Animation and Comic Copyright Protection and Trade Expo concluded in Dongguan, showcasing over 2,000 animation and comic IPs from more than 40 countries, with a total intended cooperation amount reaching 1.56 billion yuan [1][4] - The popularity of trendy toys, or "潮玩," is attributed to their ability to tap into emotional consumption, primarily targeting teenagers and adults rather than children [4][5] - Dongguan has transformed from a "world factory" to a hub for trendy toys, supported by a robust industrial chain that facilitates production and design [7][12] Industry Overview - The trendy toy industry cluster in Dongguan is projected to achieve a total output value of 13.218 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 12.3% [7] - Dongguan currently accounts for nearly 85% of China's trendy toy production, manufacturing about 25% of global animation derivatives [8] - The number of toy enterprises in Dongguan with import and export achievements reached 940 in the first half of the year, an increase of 43 companies year-on-year, with total toy exports amounting to 9.97 billion yuan, up 6.3% [14] Company Developments - The team behind the trendy toy brand "娃三岁" successfully transitioned from live-streaming sales to designing their own blind box toys, achieving significant sales with a single-day shipment of 500 boxes, corresponding to approximately 4 million yuan in sales [5] - A toy design company that initially focused on ODM has shifted to developing its own original characters, moving its R&D and marketing departments to Dongguan to leverage the local industrial advantages [8][11] - Companies in Dongguan are increasingly moving from OEM and ODM models to OBM (Original Brand Manufacturing), establishing themselves as major players in the toy export market [11]
文博会首设潮玩文化展区 从消费文化到千亿产业
Shen Zhen Shang Bao· 2025-05-23 17:00
Core Insights - The 21st Cultural Expo officially opened on May 22, showcasing the significance of the cultural industry as a "barometer" for trends, with a focus on the newly established潮玩 (trendy toys) culture exhibition area [1] Industry Overview - The Chinese潮玩 industry is projected to reach a total value of 110.1 billion yuan by 2026, with an average annual growth rate exceeding 20% [1] - Dongguan, known as the "Capital of Trendy Toys," is home to approximately 85% of China's潮玩 production, with 160 large-scale enterprises in the sector expected to generate nearly 23.8 billion yuan in revenue in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of nearly 19% [3] Company Highlights - Pop Mart, recognized as the "first stock of blind boxes," showcased its offerings at the expo, including the immersive IP theme park, POP LAND, which opened in September 2023 and has attracted numerous visitors [2] - Pop Mart's collaboration with the film "Nezha: Birth of the Demon Child" led to a surge in sales of related merchandise, with stock selling out within a day of the film's release despite doubling the usual inventory [2] - As of the end of 2024, Pop Mart plans to operate over 500 physical stores and more than 2,300 robotic stores across more than 30 countries and regions globally, with its market capitalization surpassing 300 billion HKD [2] Cultural Integration -潮玩 serves as a medium for emotional resonance and self-expression among Generation Z, integrating with various cultural forms such as movies, anime, and online games to create an IP matrix that promotes local culture [3] - Companies are increasingly drawing inspiration from traditional culture for product development, as seen in the "本潮纲目" series that merges traditional Chinese medicine with modern潮玩 design [3] Technological Innovation - The incorporation of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality into潮玩 products is enhancing their interactivity and appeal, exemplified by the AI smart潮玩 product "娃三岁," which features voice recognition and emotional interaction capabilities [4]