Japan’s biggest snack maker is changing its iconic chip bags because of a growing global crisis

Known for their unique flavors and vibrant designs, Japanese snacks are coveted around the world. But now, thanks to geopolitical tensions, one of Japan’s biggest snack makers is deciding to dial back its vibrant packaging, at least temporarily. Tokyo-based snack company Calbee announced Tuesday a creative response to supply chain disruptions caused by the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz—taking its brightly colored packaging and turning it monochrome. [Photo: Calbee] According to a sta...