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matsukiyo LAB's popular "Sugar-Off" series undergoes full renewal; new low-carb beauty snack brand "LOCABOTIER" launched

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Published Apr 14, 2026 12:30 AM ・ Updated Jun 15, 2026 1:35 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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MatsukiyoCocokara & Co.
is sequentially renewing its popular matsukiyo LAB "Sustainable Locabo Line" of sugar-off snacks into a new brand called "LOCABOTIER." This new brand will feature beauty ingredients such as Vitamin E, polyphenols, and lactic acid bacteria, in addition to being low in sugar.
The renewal aims to combine health and beauty, utilizing selected ingredients like whole grain flour and large nuts, and adopting a matte package design.

MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. is sequentially renewing its popular matsukiyo LAB "Sustainable Locabo Line" of sugar-off snacks into a new brand called "LOCABOTIER." This new brand will feature beauty ingredients such as Vitamin E, polyphenols, and lactic acid bacteria, in addition to being low in sugar. The renewal aims to combine health and beauty, utilizing selected ingredients like whole grain flour and large nuts, and adopting a matte package design. The company operates over 3,600 drugstores and pharmacies in Japan and 98 overseas (as of end Dec 2025).

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Published: Apr 14, 2026

MatsukiyoCocokara & Co., a drugstore and pharmacy operator with over 3,600 stores in Japan (across all 47 prefectures) and 98 overseas (Asia-centric, as of end Dec 2025), is launching a new brand "LOCABOTIER" as a sequential renewal of its matsukiyo LAB "Sustainable Locabo Line," a popular sugar-off series. The "Sustainable Locabo Line" was launched four years prior. The new "LOCABOTIER" brand combines "Locabo" (appropriate sugar intake) and "Beautier" (beauty), aiming for both beauty and health. It emphasizes low-sugar content and beauty enhancement, incorporating ingredients like Vitamin E, polyphenols, and lactic acid bacteria. Products will utilize selected ingredients such as whole grain flour and large nuts, and feature premium, colorful matte packaging.

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FAQ

What is the new brand being launched by MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. as a renewal of their popular sugar-off series?

The new brand being launched is called "LOCABOTIER," which is a sequential renewal of the matsukiyo LAB "Sustainable Locabo Line."

What is the meaning behind the name "LOCABOTIER" and what is its primary focus?

The name "LOCABOTIER" combines "Locabo" (appropriate sugar intake) and "Beautier" (beauty), with the brand aiming to promote both beauty and health through its products.

What are some of the key ingredients incorporated into the new "LOCABOTIER" products?

The new "LOCABOTIER" products incorporate ingredients such as Vitamin E, polyphenols, and lactic acid bacteria to enhance beauty.

What types of ingredients will be utilized in the products under the "LOCABOTIER" brand?

Products under the "LOCABOTIER" brand will utilize selected ingredients like whole grain flour and large nuts.

When was the original "Sustainable Locabo Line" first launched by matsukiyo LAB?

The original "Sustainable Locabo Line" was first launched by matsukiyo LAB four years prior to the introduction of the new "LOCABOTIER" brand.

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