Holden, Fueki and Animal Crossing
With the Welcome Amiibo update, we saw a new special character emerge that was available only in Japan - Holden with his “Fueki” set.
So what is Fueki and why didn't the US get this furniture set and Holden?
Fueki is a glue company in Japan that has been around since since the late 1880s. "Fueki" was taken from a quote by a Chinese philosopher where "fueki" was used to mean "lasting for eternity."
The paste itself is a cornstarch glue which makes it both environmentally friendly, kid friendly, and a formula that will stand the test of time. Their current packaging has been in use since the 1970s which makes it very nostalgic and classic to many Japanese people (in much the same way as the design of Elmer's glue or Number 2 pencils!)
Holden is modeled after the company's mascot who's head creates the classic shape of their glue pot packaging.
As other countries can't really relate to these items or this company, Nintendo likely saw no purpose in making Holden available outside of the Japanese market.
This wasn't the only thing to come out of the partnership, however.
Fueki actually did release a set of special limited edition Animal Crossing glue pots as part of the collaboration as well!
THE MORE YOU KNOW! ミ★