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

Calbee says shortages tied to the Strait of Hormuz blockade are forcing some of its best-known products into monochrome packaging. 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.