[Attendance Exceeds 30,000!] Major Fashion Event 'COMFES vol.9' to be Held, Gathering Shops from Across the Country in Osaka's Namba!
COMFES vol.9, a large-scale fashion event fusing fashion, food, and music, is being held in Osaka's Namba.
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What is COMFES?
An urban event held in Osaka's Namba, where fashion, food, and music intersect, allowing participants to experience culture as an extension of their daily lives.
~ A place where people connect ~
In addition to vintage clothing, brands, and miscellaneous goods, food and music are integrated, providing a space where even those unfamiliar with cultural events can easily drop by and enjoy just by attending.
Held regularly at Minato-machi River Place since 2021. To date, a total of 8 events have been held, with cumulative attendance exceeding 30,000 people. Numerous exhibitors, including vintage clothing stores, brands, and general stores from all over the country, participate, expanding its support primarily among the younger generation.
Participating Stores Planned for COMFES vol.9
Many exhibitors from outside the Kansai region will participate, including Osaka's popular shop "Pigsty," favored by young people, and "Sui Vintage," which has five stores in Tokyo.
Furthermore, the food and beverage section will feature Kyoto's popular curry shop "THE SPICE Co." and various unique stores supporting Osaka's local scene, bringing together a diverse lineup.
Venue and Urbanity
The venue, Minato-machi River Place, is adjacent to the Amerikamura area, possessing geographical conditions that gather youth culture, music, and fashion.
The open location along the river is strong for photography and reporting material,
and it allows for the documentation of an "urban site" where fashion, food, music, and interaction coexist.
Why Has It Continued for 9 Editions? - Background and Structure
A network has been formed with shops and creators in Amerikamura, centered around representative Ezawa, building relationships where they act as "collaborators" rather than just exhibitors.
Furthermore, COMFES is characterized by selecting only exhibitors who are professionals with a business mindset, such as those with physical stores or who consistently produce and sell, rather than a flea market-style format.
Currently, not only young creators but also supporting corporate brands and long-established stores in Amerikamura participate,
evolving into a unique model where youth × corporations × local intersect.
Features in Planning and Advertising Expression
COMFES treats the event itself as a "production."
Instead of the traditional flyer culture, it adopts announcement methods using the latest digital expressions such as 3DCG and launch videos, updating the engagement strategies each time.
This approach is still rare in fashion exhibition and market events and is a crucial element in capturing the interest of young people.
SNS Operation and Information Dissemination Power
・Total SNS followers: Over 10,000
・Continuous posting focused on event announcements, exhibitor introductions, and scenes from the day.
・Secondary dissemination occurs through posts and tags by attendees and exhibitors.
It has a structure where information exposure before and after the event, along with real visitor experiences, circulates on social media.
→ Achieves spontaneous customer acquisition and awareness expansion, especially among the youth demographic, without relying on advertising.
Target Audience and Market Perception
Main demographic: Fashion enthusiasts aged 20-30
Secondary demographic: Products enjoyable for ages 10 and 40s
For Shops:
Wide range from young brands and local stores to corporations
→ An event that showcases the "branching point of urban consumption" across generations
■ COMFES vol.9 Event Overview
Dates | Saturday, May 16 - Sunday, May 17, 2026
Time | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Venue | Minato-machi River Place
Address | 1-3-1 Minato-machi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 556-0017
Admission | Free
Organizer | COMFES Executive Committee
Contact for Press Release Inquiries
■ COMFES
Representative: Aoi Ezawa
TEL: 080-5779-0122
MAIL: comfes.official@gmail.com
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/comfes.official
FAQ
When will COMFES vol.9 be held?
It will be held from Saturday, May 16 to Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Where is the venue?
The venue is Minato-machi River Place in Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture.
Is there an admission fee?
Admission is free.
What kind of shops will be participating?
Various shops from across the country will participate, including vintage clothing stores, brands, general stores, and food and beverage vendors. The range includes young brands to established stores.
What kind of event is COMFES?
It is an urban event held in Osaka's Namba, where fashion, food, and music intersect, allowing participants to experience culture as an extension of their daily lives. It aims to be a place where people connect.