'Order Only If You Have a Good Relationship'... Controversy Over Bread Shaped Like Male Genitalia

"Ugly" vs "Interesting" Mixed Reactions
Bakery Side "Selling Every November for 15 Years"

A bakery in Chungju, Chungbuk, is causing controversy by promoting bread shaped like major male body parts for Pepero Day (November 11). Opinions among netizens about the product are divided.

On the 6th, a promotional post for '19+ bread' was uploaded on a local online community. The bread, shaped like male genitalia, is sold by reservation only on Pepero Day at 8,000 won per piece.

The poster wrote, "Only 200 pieces available on a first-come, first-served basis for 19+ orders," adding, "Order if you have a good relationship with your spouse."

On the 6th, a promotional post for a "19+ bread" was uploaded on a local online community. This bread, shaped to resemble a male genital organ, was released on Pepero Day and was being sold by reservation at 8,000 won each. The photo is not related to the specific content of the article. [Photo by Pixabay]

This bread, which first became popular in Taiwan, has been introduced to Korea over 10 years ago and was sold under names like 'Namgeun bread' and 'Geosigi bread' in Seoul's Hongdae and Jeju's Love Land, attracting attention. However, news of such boldly shaped bread being released in Chungju, where there are no parks or festivals themed around sexuality, has sparked controversy among local residents.

While some praise it for humorously addressing sexuality, others criticize it for commodifying sex.

Residents who learned about the bread expressed various reactions, saying, "It's surprising to see such bread sold in Korea," "The idea is good," "The shape is embarrassing," and "Selling such items in a bakery frequented by people of all ages is inappropriate."

In fact, bakery A in Chungju has been making and selling this product every November for the past 15 years. A representative of bakery A explained, "We do not display it on the shelves but sell it by order in shopping bags," adding, "We hope it is understood as a meaningful gift for couples."

Chungju City has taken a cautious stance on this bread.

A city official said, "It is difficult to administratively regulate private economic activities as it may infringe on individual freedom," and added, "We do not consider this a matter for an official statement."

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