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【Releasing 6/30】Morinaga 'Chocoball <Pachi-Pachi Soda>' and New AR Experience Launched

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Published Jun 1, 2026 10:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:54 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Morinaga & Co.
will release the limited-time 'Chocoball <Pachi-Pachi Soda>' on June 30.
Additionally, starting June 1, the company launched an AR content service, 'Play with Smartphone: Secret AR,' for the Chocoball series, allowing users to interact with Kyoro-chan via their smartphone cameras.

Morinaga & Co. will release the limited-time 'Chocoball <Pachi-Pachi Soda>' on June 30. Additionally, starting June 1, the company launched an AR content service, 'Play with Smartphone: Secret AR,' for the Chocoball series, allowing users to interact with Kyoro-chan via their smartphone cameras.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000819.000019896.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 1, 2026

Morinaga & Co., Ltd. will release a new limited-time product, 'Chocoball <Pachi-Pachi Soda>,' from its beloved 'Chocoball' brand on June 30 (Tue). This product features chocolate with popping candy, coated in refreshing soda-flavored chocolate, making it a perfect treat for summer. Furthermore, starting June 1 (Mon), the company launched an AR content service called 'Play with Smartphone: Secret AR' for the Chocoball series. By simply pointing the AR camera on the special website at the package, users can see Kyoro-chan come to life, chat, and take photos. No app download is required, making it easy for anyone to enjoy.

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FAQ

Do I need an app for the Chocoball AR?

No, you can experience it via your smartphone's browser camera without an app.

What are the key facts in this article?

Morinaga & Co. will release the limited-time 'Chocoball ' on June 30. Additionally, starting June 1, the company launched an AR content service, 'Play with Smartphone: Secret AR,' for the Chocoball series, allowing users to interact with Kyoro-chan via their smartphone cameras.

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PR TIMES: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000819.000019896.html

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