Our
History
Sharing our milestones with you.
With our belief that good food can brighten lives and create a more cheerful world, Glico USA strives to provide snacks and experiences that spur smiles worldwide, generation by generation.
Founding
Glico was founded on February 11, 1922. It’s the beginning of the successive super-long-selling products, including PRETZ and Pocky. Glico marked its 100th anniversary in 2022.
Birth of Glico USA
Glico USA was established in 2003 in Orange County, California – bringing Glico's long-seller brands such as Pocky and PRETZ from Japan to the U.S.
Glico USA 10th Anniversary
In 2013, Glico USA celebrated 10 years with a strong Pocky presence at Asian supermarkets that successfully expanded to U.S. mainstream retailers such as Walmart and Target and became one of the top 50 chocolate brands and top 30 cookie brands in the U.S by 2021.
Glico USA 20th Anniversary
2023 marked the 20th year of Glico in USA. Celebrating this milestone, Glico USA launched its corporate social responsibility initiatives and partnered with local non-profit organizations to help bring happiness to communities.
A Sweet Journey Ahead
As we conclude this journey through the rich history of Glico, we are not only celebrating our past but also looking ahead with excitement and determination. The future holds immense promise and potential for us, and we invite you to be a part of it.