West Japan's Largest "Tool" Exhibition and Sale Event "Giga Festa" Gathers Over 50 Popular Brands in Kobe on July 12

Factory Gear, a select shop that curates high-quality tools from Japan and abroad (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Masato Takanokura), will hold the tool fan participatory event "Giga Festa Kobe in Summer 2026" on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at "GIGA Factory Gear Kobe" in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. The "Gear Festa" held in Tokyo saw a line of over 200 people before opening, with approximately 3,000 attendees, the highest number to date, and 68 participating brands. Carrying on that excitement, "Giga Festa" will be held in Kobe again this year. Admission is free.

Main Programs of Giga Festa Kobe in Summer 2026

Meet over 50 brands directly. Special limited-time sale prices from popular tool manufacturers (pre-order special prices available for DEEN, BAHCO cabinets, etc.). "Festa Select" where you can freely combine and purchase from approximately 60 items. "GEAR GACHA" participatory event for attendees. "Baku-Gai GACHA" (Big Purchase GACHA) where participation depends on purchase amount. Distribution of manufacturer-sponsored novelties and event-exclusive prizes. In addition, sales of event-exclusive products and proposal-based exhibition sales by each manufacturer are planned.

GIGA Factory Gear Kobe Venue Map

Results from Tokyo Event Brought to Kobe

At Tokyo's "Gear Festa," sales of limited-edition products, participatory events for attendees, and exhibitions allowing direct interaction between manufacturers and users were held, resulting in a line of over 200 people before opening, approximately 3,000 attendees (the highest number to date), and 68 participating brands.

Amidst the prevalence of e-commerce, the demand for experiential events where manufacturers and users can connect directly in a real-world setting is increasing. The Tokyo event attracted a wide range of attendees, from young users to seasoned veterans.

The "Giga Festa" in Kobe will carry on the excitement from Tokyo and be held in the Kansai region again this year.

Scenes from Tokyo's Gear Festa, which attracted over 3,000 people.

List of Exhibiting Brands

Representative's Comment

Masato Takanokura, Representative Director, Factory Gear Co., Ltd.

"When I saw the line of over 200 people waiting in the heat before the opening of the Tokyo venue, honestly, my heart was filled with emotion before surprise. It wasn't just veteran tool enthusiasts in line, but also families with children, and I realized anew how many different kinds of people were looking forward to the Festa. Gear Festa is not just an event to sell tools. It's a place for manufacturers and users, and people who love tools, to connect directly and enjoy new encounters. We want to bring that same atmosphere to the Giga Festa in Kobe. I would be happy if people in the Kansai region could also experience that excitement."

Event Overview

Event Name: Giga Festa Kobe in Summer 2026 Date and Time: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 13:00 - 19:00 Venue: GIGA Factory Gear Kobe 5F, ROKKO i PARK, 2-9-1 Mukoyamacho-naka, Higashinada-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, 658-0032 Admission Fee: Free Details: https://ec.f-gear.co.jp/blog/article/gigafesta2026summer/