Confectionery

Abstract

We offer confectionery that enhances its appeal. [Solution] The confectionery 1 comprises a starting point 10, a path section 20 (21, 22) connected to the starting point 10, and an ending point 40 connected to the path section 20 (21, 22), where each path section 20 (21, 22) is composed of multiple regions of different shapes. By including multiple regions of different shapes in the path section 20 (21, 22), it is possible to create a change in separation resistance (adhesion force) when pulling the sticky confectionery 1 away from the container 101. As a result, when playing by fishing the confectionery 1 out of the container 101, there are regions that are easy to fish and regions that are difficult to fish, allowing for an enjoyable fishing experience.

Description

【Technical Field】 【0001】 The present invention relates to confectionery. 【Background Art】 【0002】 Conventionally, there are confectioneries that have playfulness and can be eaten while enjoying. As this type of confectionery, for example, in Patent Document 1, there is disclosed a configuration having at least one part made of soft candy and at least one part made of at least one of gummy candy and hard candy, which can be attached and assembled. 【Prior Art Documents】 【Patent Documents】 【0003】 【Patent Document 1】 Utility Model Registration No. 3158533 【Summary of the Invention】 【Problems to be Solved by the Invention】 【0004】 In Patent Document 1, it is a confectionery that attempts to solve the problem of tooth adhesion by dispersing gummy in soft candy. However, the confectionery of Patent Document 1 has problems such as requiring a plurality of types of confectioneries and a plurality of types of shaped parts for combination. 【0005】 An object of the present invention is to provide a confectionery with improved interest. 【Means for Solving the Problems】 【0006】 A confectionery according to one aspect of the present invention is a confectionery including a starting point portion, a path portion connected to the starting point portion, and an end point portion connected to the path portion, wherein the path portion is each composed of a plurality of regions having different shapes. 【Effects of the Invention】 【0007】 According to the present invention, it is possible to provide confectionery with improved appeal. [Brief explanation of the drawing] 【0008】 [Figure 1] This is a plan view of a confectionery item contained in a container, according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a cross-sectional view of the portion along line AA in Figure 1. [Figure 3] This is a cross-sectional view of the portion along line BB in Figure 1. [Figure 4] This is a perspective view showing an example of how candy can be broken during play. [Figure 5] This is a perspective view showing how to play with candy without it breaking. [Figure 6] This is a plan view showing other examples of confectionery with different shapes. [Modes for carrying out the invention] 【0009】 Hereinafter, a confectionery product according to one aspect of the present invention will be described with reference to the figures. Figure 1 is a plan view of a confectionery product contained in a container, according to one embodiment of the present invention. 【0010】 Confectionery 1 is a gummy candy. Confectionery 1 is configured as a confectionery set 100, which includes a container 101 containing it, as shown in Figure 1. Furthermore, confectionery 1 is molded to the shape of the groove 102g (see Figure 2) formed in the container 101. When confectionery 1 is sold, it is provided in the container 101 shown in the figure, and then placed in a cosmetic packaging bag that conceals the state shown in Figure 1. 【0011】 The gummy candy referred to here can be manufactured using, for example, predetermined amounts of starch syrup, sugar, gelatin, concentrated fruit juice, edible oil, sorbitol, acidulant, thickener, plant-derived coloring agent, and flavoring agent. Therefore, the confectionery 1 formed from the gummy candy is elastic and sticky. Furthermore, as shown in the figure, the confectionery 1 of this embodiment has a meandering shape, and as will be described later, it is constructed in such a way that it can be broken (cut) at any point when removed from the container 101. 【0012】 The confectionery 1 is contained in a groove 102g formed in the bottom surface 102a (see Figure 2) of a relatively flat, roughly rectangular container 101. Furthermore, as shown in the figure, the confectionery 1 is contained in the container 101 in a meandering, elongated shape, and when removing it from the container 101 before eating, one can enjoy the operation of lifting the elongated confectionery 1 out of the container 101 by utilizing its elasticity and stickiness. 【0013】 As shown in Figure 1, the confectionery 1 has a starting point 10 for lifting located near the first end 110 (upper right side in the figure) of one corner of the rectangular container 101. A start mark 106 is provided near this starting point 10 to indicate that this is the starting position for lifting. An ending point 40 for lifting is located near the second end 120 (lower right side in the figure) of the other corner. The starting point 10 and the ending point 40 are connected by a path section 20 (21, 22). The details of this path section 20 will be described later, but as can be seen in Figure 1, it is composed of multiple regions of different shapes. For example, the path section 20 consists of a first type of path section 21 that is relatively long and narrow (narrow width (W1)) and a second type of path section 22 that is wider (W2) than the first type of path section 21, which are arranged alternately in the path direction. 【0014】 In this embodiment, the path section 20 (21, 22) is configured to mimic a part of a predetermined game, with the container 101 serving as the game screen. For example, along the path section 20, multiple character sections (first character C1, second character C2, third character C3, fourth character C4, fifth character C5) that enhance the game are arranged at appropriate intervals. Furthermore, for example, the fifth character C5 is set as the main character, and the game is envisioned in which this main character moves along the path section 20 from the starting point 10 to the ending point 40. Therefore, the process of peeling when catching the candy 1 can be enjoyed as a game story in which the fifth character C5 moves. 【0015】 Furthermore, the main character section includes enemy characters: Character 1 C1, Character 2 C2, and Character 3 C3. On the other hand, Character 4 C4 is designated as an ally character. By having these enemy and ally characters, the area of ​​the fishing path when catching candy 1 is given meaning, allowing players to enjoy this aspect. 【0016】 The character sections (C1-C5) can be arranged in two ways: a first type of character section 31 (second character C2, fourth character C4) which is provided to form part of the path section 20, and a second type of character section 32 (first character C1, third character C3, fifth character C5) which is provided at a location outside the path section 20. Furthermore, the second type of character section 32 is provided to protrude from the path section 20 in a direction approximately perpendicular to the path direction. This configuration causes the adhesive force to pull the path section 20 significantly when lifting, which is a major factor that makes lifting difficult. In particular, the fifth character C5 protrudes a larger amount than the others and is configured to be adjacent to other areas (the path section 20 located above in the figure). 【0017】 Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of the portion along line AA in Figure 1. Regarding the path portion 20, as described above, it has two types of shapes: the first type of path portion 21 and the second type of path portion 22. For example, as shown in FIG. 2, the first type of path portion 21 is formed by a groove with a flat bottom surface and has a shape imitating a pipe without decoration inside the path. Also, as described above, the width (W1) of the first type of path portion 21 is configured to be smaller (narrower) than the width (W2) of the second type of path portion 22, and when lifting, it is stretched into an extremely thin state. In addition, a curved portion 21b is provided in the first type of path portion 21. The formation of this curved portion 21b makes the first type of path portion 21 prone to twisting when lifted. 【0018】 FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a portion along the B-B line in FIG. 1. The second type of path portion 22 not only has a larger width (W2) than the first type of path portion 21 but also has a rectangular shape with a block pattern 28 drawn on it. This pattern 28 is, for example, a line imitating a block drawn by a convex portion provided on the bottom surface 102b of the groove 102g. The drawing of this convex portion's pattern 28 can increase the contact area between the confectionery 1 and the groove 102g. As a result, the adhesive force in the second type of path portion 22 becomes larger. 【0019】 Also, in the state where the confectionery 1 is housed in the container 101, as shown in FIG. 3, a film lid 103 is welded to the entire circumference of the outer peripheral edge 105 of the container 101. When opening the container 101, a film peeling portion 108 is provided at one corner of the container 101, and peeling starts from here. In a plan view (see FIG. 1), the film peeling portion 108 has a pair of cutouts 108b formed on its proximal end side, and a film gripping portion 103a where the film lid 103 outside these cutouts 108b is not welded is provided. The container 101 can be easily opened by opening the film gripping portion 103a and the film peeling portion 108. 【0020】 The operation of taking out the confectionery 1 will be described below. Figure 4 is a perspective view showing an example of how candy 1 breaks during play. When lifting the confectionery 1 to separate it from the container 101, the starting point 10 is grasped with the fingers 50 of one hand and lifted up. Meanwhile, the fingers 51 of the other hand are used to fix the confectionery to the container 101 by pressing down, for example, the film peeling portion 108, against the surface on which it will be placed. 【0021】 The lifting operation is performed in this manner, but the path section 20, in particular, is narrower than the other parts and is therefore more prone to breakage. For example, in the case shown in Figure 4, the break 8 is formed where the first type of path section 21 transitions to the second type of path section 22. This is because, for example, during the lifting operation, when the first type of path section 21 is significantly stretched and the lifting operation approaches the second type of path section 22, the break 8 is formed due to the peeling resistance (adhesive resistance) of the second type of path section 22. One of the factors contributing to this break 8 is thought to be a sudden increase in adhesive resistance in addition to a large change (almost perpendicular) in the peeling direction. Note that the break 8 is not limited to the position shown, but can also occur at the starting point 10, the path section 20, or the ending point 30. 【0022】 Figure 5 is a perspective view showing the state in which candy 1 does not break during play. In the case shown in Figure 5, the lifting was successful without any breakage at any point. In this case, for example, a customer who has experienced similar peeling operations several times will recognize that the area where the peeling direction changes, and where it transitions from the first type of path section 21 to the second type of path section 22, is prone to breakage. Therefore, when the lifting operation approaches the area prone to breakage, taking measures such as slowing down the peeling operation can prevent breakage and allow the material to be lifted to the endpoint section 30. 【0023】 Figure 6 is a plan view showing another example of confectionery 1 with a different shape. In the embodiment shown in Figure 6, the configuration is the same as that shown in Figure 1, except for the endpoint 40. In this case, the endpoint 40 is composed of the sixth character C6 and constitutes the enemy character section relative to the main character (fifth character C5). In this case, because the endpoint 40 is the enemy character section, when the fishing is successful to the end, it can create a sense of accomplishment from defeating the enemy. Also, as in the configuration shown in Figure 1, the endpoint 40 is the largest compared to the other character sections, which can further enhance the sense of accomplishment when the fishing is successful. 【0024】 As described above, in this embodiment of the confectionery 1, the path portion 20 (21, 22) is composed of multiple regions of different shapes, which causes a change in separation resistance (adhesion) when the adhesive confectionery 1 is pulled away from the container 101. As a result, when playing by fishing the confectionery 1 out of the container 101, there are regions that are difficult to break and easy to fish up, and regions that are easy to break and difficult to fish up, allowing for an enjoyable fishing experience. 【0025】 In particular, compared to the first type of path section 21 without the pattern 28, the second type of path section 22, which has a block-shaped pattern 28 and is wider, allows for a greater adhesion resistance due to the unevenness of the bottom surface 102b caused by the pattern 28. In addition, the adhesive force can be increased by setting a larger width (W2) for the path section 20. 【0026】 In the confectionery 1 of this embodiment, the path sections 20 (21, 22) are configured such that the length of each path section region is different, so that during the fishing operation, the stretching will differ depending on the region between each character (C1 to C5), allowing the user to enjoy variations in the fishing operation. 【0027】 In this embodiment of the confectionery 1, the starting point 10 is positioned adjacent to the first end 110 of the container 101, and the ending point 40 is positioned adjacent to the second end 120, thereby enabling a lifting operation that makes full use of the entire surface of the rectangular container 101. 【0028】 In the present embodiment of the confectionery 1, the first type of path section 21 and the second type of path section 22 are arranged alternately, so that the difficulty of the fishing operation changes alternately, allowing the user to repeatedly enjoy the fun of fishing. 【0029】 In the confectionery 1 of this embodiment, the first type of path portion 21 is configured to include a curved portion 21b, so that twisting of the first type of path portion 21 is likely to occur in areas that are relatively easy to peel off. 【0030】 In the confectionery 1 of this embodiment, the path section 20(21,22) is constructed to resemble a part of the game screen, and a first type of character section 31 that constitutes the path section 20(21,22) and a second type of character section 32 that does not constitute the path section 20(21,22) are provided along the path section 20(21,22), so that when fishing, it is possible to create an effect that evokes a scene from the game. 【0031】 In the confectionery 1 of this embodiment, the character portion is provided protruding from the path portion 20 (21, 22), which increases the resistance to adhesion during the lifting operation and allows the path portion 20 (21, 22) to be pulled in a direction different from the path direction. As a result, twisting can be caused in the path portion 20 (21, 22) while it is stretched. As a result, a condition can be created in which the path portion 20 is easily broken. In particular, the character portion protruding in a direction intersecting the path direction of the path portion 20 can generate extremely high peeling resistance. 【0032】 In this embodiment of the confectionery 1, the character section is configured to include a main character section (fifth character C5), enemy character sections (C1, C2, C3) that are adversaries to the main character section, and an ally character section (C4) that is an ally to the main character section, thereby creating an image of game progression as the fishing operation progresses. Furthermore, if the endpoint section 40 is configured to include only the largest enemy character section (sixth character C6), the user can experience a sense of accomplishment from completely defeating the enemy upon completion of the fishing operation. 【0033】 Although one aspect of the present invention has been described above, the present invention can be modified as appropriate within the scope of its technical concept. For example, in the above embodiment, the pattern 28 of the second type of path section 22 is configured in a block shape, but it is not necessarily limited to this, and may be configured in a circular, triangular, or polygonal shape, for example. Also, in the above embodiment, the pattern 28 is composed of protrusions provided in the groove 102g, but it may also be composed of recesses. 【0034】 As explained above, this specification contains the following information: 【0035】 (1) It is a confectionery, The starting point and, The path section connected to the starting point mentioned above, The system comprises an endpoint connected to the above-mentioned route section, The above-mentioned pathway section is composed of multiple regions, each with a different shape, in a confectionery. 【0036】 (2) (1) The confectionery described above, The above-mentioned pathway is configured such that the length of each of the above-mentioned regions is different, in this confectionery. 【0037】 (3) (1) or (2) Confectionery as described above, The above-mentioned pathway is configured such that the width of each of the above-mentioned regions is different, in this confectionery. 【0038】 (4) A confectionery item described in any one of (1) to (3), A confectionery in which the above-mentioned starting point and the above-mentioned ending point are configured so as not to be adjacent to each other. 【0039】 (5) A confectionery described in any one of (1) to (4), A confectionery in which the above-mentioned starting point, path, and ending point are made of an adhesive material that can adhere to a container that houses them. 【0040】 (6) (5) Confectionery as described above, The above container is configured in a rectangular shape when viewed from above. The above-mentioned pathway portion comprises a region adjacent to the end of the container and a region that is not adjacent to it, in a confectionery. 【0041】 (7) (6) The confectionery described above, The above starting point is adjacent to the first end, which is one of the ends of the above container. A confectionery in which the above-mentioned endpoint is configured to be adjacent to a second endpoint that is different from the above-mentioned first endpoint. 【0042】 (8) A confectionery item described in any one of (1) to (7), The above-mentioned starting point, path, and ending point are made of an elastic material, in this confectionery. 【0043】 (9) A confectionery item described in any one of (1) to (8), The above-mentioned route section includes a first type of route section and a second type of route section, A confectionery in which the first type of pathway described above has a width smaller than the width of the second type of pathway described above. 【0044】 (10) (9) The confectionery described above, The above-mentioned pathway is composed of alternating sections of the first type of pathway and the second type of pathway, in a confectionery. 【0045】 (11) (9) or (10) Confectionery as described above, The first type of path section described above includes a curved section, The second type of path described above is configured so as not to include any curved sections, in this confectionery. 【0046】 (12) A confectionery described in any one of (9) to (11), The above path section is constructed to mimic a part of the game screen, The first type of path section described above is modeled after a pipe, The second type of confectionery described above is a confectionery item whose structure is designed to resemble blocks. 【0047】 (13) A confectionery described in any one of (1) to (12), The above-mentioned path portion is a confectionery in which a character portion is provided in at least one of the above-mentioned regions. 【0048】 (14) (13) Confectionery as described above, The above character section includes a first type character section and a second type character section. The above-mentioned first type of character part constitutes the above-mentioned path part, The second type of character part described above is configured not to form the above-mentioned path part, in this confectionery. 【0049】 (15) (14) Confectionery as described above, The above-mentioned second type of character part is provided in a manner that protrudes from the above-mentioned path part, in a confectionery. 【0050】 (16) (14) or (15) Confectionery as described above, The above-mentioned second type of character portion includes a character portion adjacent to the other above-mentioned area and a character portion not adjacent to the other above-mentioned area, in a confectionery. 【0051】 (17) A confectionery described in any one of (13) to (16), The above character section includes the main character section, the enemy character section which is an enemy to the main character section, and the ally character section which is an ally to the main character section. The above endpoint is configured to include only the above-mentioned enemy character section, and is a confectionery item. 【0052】 (18) (17) Confectionery as described above, The above-mentioned endpoint is configured to be the largest in size among the above-mentioned starting point, path, and endpoint in the above-mentioned enemy character section. 【0053】 (19) A confectionery item described in any one of (1) to (18), The above-mentioned starting point, path, and ending point are configured to be breakable. The above-mentioned path portion is configured to break more easily than the above-mentioned starting portion and ending portion, in a confectionery. 【0054】 (20) A confectionery described in any one of (1) to (19), The above-mentioned route section is a confectionary item designed to resemble a part of a game screen. [Explanation of Symbols] 【0055】 1. Confectionery 10 Starting point 20 Route section 21. First type of path section (path section) 22. Second type of path section (path section) 31. Type 1 Character Section 32. Second type of character section 40 End point 101 Container 110 First end 120 Second end C1 1st Character (Character Department) C2 Second Character (Character Department) C3 Third Character (Character Department) C4 4th Character (Character Department) C5 5th Character (Character Section) C6 6th Character (Character Section)

Claims

[Claim 1] It is a confectionery, The starting point and, The path section connected to the starting point section, The system comprises an endpoint connected to the aforementioned path section, Each of the aforementioned path sections is composed of multiple regions of different shapes, and a character section is provided in at least one of the multiple regions. The aforementioned character section includes a main character section modeled after the main character of the game, an enemy character section that is an enemy to the main character section, and an ally character section that is an ally to the main character section. The aforementioned path section is configured to mimic the movement path of the main character in the game, in this confectionery. [Claim 2] The confectionery according to claim 1, The aforementioned pathway is configured such that the lengths of each of the aforementioned regions are different, in this confectionery. [Claim 3] The confectionery according to claim 1, The aforementioned pathway is configured such that the width of each of the aforementioned regions is different, in a confectionery. [Claim 4] The confectionery according to claim 1, A confectionery in which the starting point and the ending point are configured so as not to be adjacent to each other. [Claim 5] A confectionery according to any one of claims 1 to 4, A confectionery in which the starting point, the path, and the ending point are made of an adhesive material that can adhere to a container that houses them. [Claim 6] The confectionery according to claim 5, The aforementioned container is configured in a rectangular shape when viewed from above. The confectionery is configured such that the pathway portion includes a region adjacent to the end of the container and a region that is not adjacent to it. [Claim 7] The confectionery according to claim 6, The starting point is adjacent to the first end, which is one of the ends of the container. The aforementioned endpoint is configured to be adjacent to a second endpoint that is different from the first endpoint, in the confectionery. [Claim 8] A confectionery according to any one of claims 1 to 4, The starting point, the path, and the ending point are made of an elastic material, respectively, in this confectionery. [Claim 9] A confectionery according to any one of claims 1 to 4, The aforementioned path section includes a first type of path section and a second type of path section. A confectionery in which the width of the first type of pathway is smaller than the width of the second type of pathway. [Claim 10] The confectionery according to claim 9, The aforementioned pathway is configured to alternately include the first type of pathway and the second type of pathway, in a confectionery. [Claim 11] The confectionery according to claim 9, The first type of path section includes a curved section, The second type of path section is configured so as not to include any curved sections, in this confectionery. [Claim 12] The confectionery according to claim 9, The aforementioned path section is configured to mimic a part of the game screen, The first type of pathway section is modeled after a pipe, The second type of confectionery is constructed to resemble a block. [Claim 13] The confectionery according to Claim 1, The aforementioned character section includes a first type of character section and a second type of character section. The first type of character part constitutes the path part, The confectionery is configured such that the second type of character part does not form the path part. [Claim 14] The confectionery according to claim 13, The confectionery is provided such that the second type of character part protrudes from the path part. [Claim 15] The confectionery according to claim 13, The confectionery comprising the second type of character portion, which includes a character portion adjacent to the other region and a character portion not adjacent to the other region. [Claim 16] The confectionery according to Claim 1, The aforementioned endpoint is configured to include only the enemy character portion, in a confectionery. [Claim 17] The confectionery according to claim 16, The aforementioned endpoint is configured to be the largest in size among the starting point, the path, and the endpoint in the enemy character section. [Claim 18] A confectionery according to any one of claims 1 to 4, The starting point, the path, and the ending point are configured to be breakable. The aforementioned path portion is configured to be more easily broken than the aforementioned starting portion and the aforementioned ending portion, in a confectionery. [Claim 19] A confectionery according to any one of claims 1 to 4, The aforementioned pathway is a confectionary item that is constructed to resemble a part of a game screen.

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