David Blecken
Jun 22, 2009

Nike shifts to Hakuhodo in Japan

TOKYO - Nike is believed to have transferred its core creative account to Hakuhodo in Japan, following an extended pitch process that is known to have also included long-term incumbent Wieden & Kennedy.

Nike shifts to Hakuhodo in Japan
The sportswear brand is also believed to have consolidated its media account with Hakuhodo from Daiko Advertising, which is part of Hakuhodo DY Holdings.

Iit remains unclear whether Wieden & Kennedy will retain a portion of the creative account, which has been one of its biggest pieces of business. Sources close to the review have valued the business at around $2 million in agency fees.

Nike’s media spend in the market is estimated to be between $20 million to $30 million.

Nike did not confirm the development; Wieden & Kennedy and Hakuhodo also decline to comment. Observers in the market had previously indicated that Nike was looking to streamline its marketing operations in Japan.
Source:
Campaign Asia

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