Poor Pretz: The Forgotten Half of Pocky & Pretz Day

Every November 11th, Japan celebrates what most people call "Pocky Day." As I explained in my previous post: there is actually no such thing as Pocky Day! The anniversary is officially called "Pocky & Pretz Day", but for some reason people only make a fuss about Pocky. 

I met several people today who happened to mention that it was Pocky Day. Not one person called it "Pocky & Pretz Day". A quick look at social media reveals countless photos of Pocky and plenty of posts using the hashtag #PockyDay, but very little mention of poor old Pretz.

November 11th may be officially Pocky & Pretz Day, but if the celebrations are anything to go by, Pretz might have grounds to file a complaint with the Japan Anniversary Association. What does a savory biscuit stick have to do to get a little recognition on its own commemorative day!?