Archive · 22 May 2025
Japanese Brand's "Indian Souvenir Bag" Sparks Online Reactions
A Japanese company made a bag that looks like the bags used in Indian grocery stores, but they're selling it for a lot of money.
People in India are surprised because these bags are usually free and very common.
The bag is sold at Nordstrom.
The high price tag, compared to what people are used to, made many people laugh online.
Some people even thought it was a great idea while others thought it was not worth it.
The company describes the bag as a souvenir for people who like Indian culture, so they can take a piece of India with them wherever they go.
Japanese brand Puebco launched an "Indian Souvenir Bag" resembling local Indian grocery bags.
The bag is being sold at Nordstrom for $48 (approximately Rs 4100).
The bag features Hindi text commonly seen on bags from Indian shops.
Social media users, particularly Indians, expressed amusement and surprise at the price.
The product description claims the bag is for travelers who love Indian culture.
- Who
- Puebco, the Japanese brand, launched the bag, which caught the attention of Indian social media users.
- What
- A Japanese brand launched a bag that looks like Indian grocery shopping bags.
- When
- The story gained traction on May 21, 2025, when an X post went viral.
- Where
- The bag is sold at Nordstrom.
- Why
- The bag's high price and design, resembling a common item, caused amusement and discussion online.
- Brand
- Puebco
- Product
- Indian Souvenir Bag
- Price
- $48 (approx. Rs 4100)
- Retailer
- Nordstrom
- Design
- Resembles Indian grocery bags