Pocari Sweat Sports Drink

Pocari Sweat is a Japanese sports drink introduced in 1980 by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., a company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The drink is designed to replenish electrolytes and fluids lost through perspiration, making it popular in East Asia and other regions. The name 'Pocari' was chosen for its bright sound, while 'Sweat' reflects the beverage's purpose of rehydration. The primary owner of Pocari Sweat is Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., which also owns the brand. Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. is a Japanese multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1964, the company specializes in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and consumer products, including the development and production of Pocari Sweat. The company has a global presence, with operations in over 72 countries and regions, employing more than 25,000 people worldwide. In China, Pocari Sweat is produced and distributed by Otsuka Sims (Guangdong) Beverage Co., Ltd., a joint venture between Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and Sims Trading, a member of the Citic Pacific group, Hong Kong. Established in 2004, this subsidiary focuses on the manufacturing and distribution of Pocari Sweat in China, with its factory based in Jiangmen Xinhui, Guangdong.