<PASS THE BATON×HOZUBAG> Paraglider Fabric Given New Life as a Vest! "MARKET VEST" to Launch on Online Shop from May 1, 2026 (Friday)

PASS THE BATON, developed by Smiles Co., Ltd., will launch its original item "MARKET VEST," a collaboration with HOZUBAG, an upcycling brand that uses retired paragliders, on the PASS THE BATON online shop from 12:00 PM on May 1, 2026 (Friday). ◎PASS THE BATON Online Shop: https://online.pass-the-baton.com/ Each piece is a one-of-a-kind color variation, as the fabrics are carefully selected and combined. This item was originally created as a staff uniform for PASS THE BATON MARKET (PTBM). Following staff wear at PTBM Vol.20 (held in December 2025), customers frequently asked, "Where can I buy this?", leading to its commercialization. At PTBM Vol.21 (February 2026), a limited pre-sale was conducted, and it was purchased by many people. It is a unisex item that can be worn lightly in everyday fashion styles, as well as at festivals and camping scenes. Designed to be easily incorporated into everyday fashion styles. ■ Product Overview Product: MARKET VEST Price: ¥22,000 (tax included) Size: Free size *Shoulder straps are adjustable Sales location: PASS THE BATON online shop https://online.pass-the-baton.com/ *Also scheduled to be sold at the "HOZUBAG" booth at "Mori, Michi, Ichiba" held from May 22 (Friday) to 24 (Sunday). Features large waist pockets and a large pocket on the back. "MARKET VEST" combines practicality and fashionability. ■ A vest born as a staff uniform for "PASS THE BATON MARKET" Considering the comfort of staff moving around the event venue, we consulted with "HOZUBAG," which undertakes the upcycling of lightweight and durable paragliders, and the "MARKET VEST" was realized. https://www.hozubagmfg.com/ ・Unique design: Since it is made by disassembling used paragliders, the color and logo placement vary depending on the cutting location. The special feeling of each being "one-of-a-kind" is one of its appeals. ・Astonishing lightness and durability: Since the material was originally for flying, it is extremely lightweight and strong enough to withstand wind pressure. ・Resource circulation hub: At the "HOZUBAG Mfg." base in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, paragliders are disassembled, cut, and sewn. New roles on the ground are given to aircraft that would otherwise have been discarded. ■ Storage capacity and practicality born from a brand that makes bags. In addition to large waist pockets, the MARKET VEST also features a large pocket on the back. It is designed to store various items and allow quick access to necessary things. At festivals and camps, it's appealing to be able to carry various items such as smartphones, towels, and hats. It is also easy to put on and take off, and convenient to carry as it can be folded compactly. Thanks to HOZUBAG's unique craftsmanship, the MARKET VEST has high design appeal as a fashion item and also combines functionality. PASS THE BATON's original items PASS THE BATON creates original items in collaboration with various companies and brands. We have created "Rewrite Products" that generate new value by utilizing irregular products, scrap materials, and deadstock items, adding a touch of ingenuity. To date, we have created various items such as the "Chenille Jet Cap" made with the German chenille weaving brand "FEILER," original shoes in collaboration with shoe brand "Öffen" and Kyoto's shibori brand "BUNZABURO," and the "stock stock pottery" series of tableware with new designs applied to deadstock ceramics from manufacturer "NIKKO." Brands interested in original product development, please contact us here: https://online.pass-the-baton.com/pages/contact