Shokz "OpenFit Pro" Wins "Kaden Hihyo" 2026 First Half Best Buy Award!

Shokz Japan Co., Ltd., an open-ear earphone manufacturer offering a new audio experience, is pleased to announce that its flagship model "OpenFit Pro," released in April 2026, has received the "2026 First Half Best Buy (Open-Ear Earphones High-End Category)" award from "Kaden Hihyo," Japan's only magazine specializing in appliance testing, published by Shinyusha Co., Ltd.

About the Award-Winning Product "OpenFit Pro"

The "OpenFit Pro," which won the Best Buy award in the "Open-Ear Earphones (High-End) Category," boasts a level of perfection befitting a high-end model and received high overall ratings as the "definitive edition" of open-ear earphones.

[Main Reasons for Award (Evaluation Points)]

High-Dimensional Balance of Noise Reduction and High Sound Quality

While maintaining the unique open feel of open-ear earphones, the proprietary "Focus Mode" effectively reduces ambient noise. Its ability to achieve uncompromisingly clear and immersive sound was highly praised.

Comfort and Practicality for "Nagara-dzuki" (Listening While Doing Other Things)

Its comfortable, non-occluding fit makes it less fatiguing even during long periods of use, and its high practicality, allowing for the natural coexistence of high-quality music and environmental sounds in all daily scenes, was supported.

Product Overview

Product Name: OpenFit Pro

Selling Price: 39,880 yen (tax included)

Colors: White, Black

Release Date: April 22, 2026 (Wed)

Sales Channels:

Shokz Official Online Store

Official Stores on Each E-commerce Mall

(Amazon, Rakuten Ichiba, Yahoo! Shopping)

Major home appliance retailers nationwide

About OpenFit Pro

About "Kaden Hihyo" Best Buy

"Kaden Hihyo" is a "true-to-life appliance guide" where experts and the editorial department thoroughly test appliances from a consumer perspective to evaluate truly good products. Within this, "Best Buy" is a prestigious title awarded only to the most outstanding products in each category from among numerous products.

About Shokz Japan Co., Ltd.

Shokz innovates in open-ear earphones that do not block the ears. With its proprietary acoustic technology as a strength, it is an audio brand that provides high-quality audio experiences. It continues to expand the value of "nagara-dzuki" (listening while doing other things), which allows users to enjoy music while being aware of their surroundings, and develops products for a wide range of uses, from daily life to sports and business scenes.

Official Website

Company Profile

Company Name: Shokz Japan Co., Ltd.

Head Office: Room 301, 3-14-2 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Representative: Chen Qian