Shokz to Exhibit at Japan's Largest Audio Event, "Potafes 2026 Summer Akihabara"!

Shokz Japan Inc., a manufacturer of open-ear headphones offering a new audio experience, will exhibit at "Potafes 2026 Summer Akihabara," Japan's largest portable audio festival, to be held on July 11 (Sat.) and 12 (Sun.), 2026, at Belle Salle Akihabara.

At the Shokz booth (Belle Salle Akihabara 1F), in addition to exhibiting and allowing trial listening of the latest models, a special talk event will be held on July 11 (Sat.) featuring Mr. Hamada and Mr. Kojima from the official YouTube channel of "e☆Earphone," the event's organizer.

"Potafes 2026 Summer Akihabara" Shokz Exhibition Overview

At "Potafes," where brands from around the world gather, Shokz will exhibit a wide range of its latest models. You can experience Shokz's unique and comfortable "open-ear experience," which allows you to enjoy high-quality music while being aware of your surroundings, with explanations from brand staff.

Date and Time:

July 11, 2026 (Sat.) 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

July 12, 2026 (Sun.) 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

*Last admission 5:30 PM

Venue: Belle Salle Akihabara 1F Shokz Booth

Admission Fee: Free (Free entry and exit, no advance registration required)

Featured Latest Products

"OpenDots 2" - Flagship model pursuing sound quality

This high-end model combines overwhelming sound with a sophisticated, jewelry-like design. Despite its lightweight design of only 6.4g per ear, it achieves deep bass and clear vocals with Dolby Audio support and the proprietary "Shokz BassphereTM 2.0." The flexible nickel-titanium "JointArcTM" fits gently around the ear, providing comfortable wear all day long.

Product Name: OpenDots 2

Price: 29,880 yen (tax included)

Colors: Pearl White, Gray, Black

"OpenDots Air" - Recommended entry model for your first ear cuff earphones

This stylish and lightweight model can be worn more like an accessory than a device. With an ultra-lightweight design of 6.3g per ear, it is less fatiguing even during long listening sessions, and custom-designed dual drivers produce rich sound that belies their compact appearance. It features a design and functionality that seamlessly blends into everyday fashion.

Product Name: OpenDots Air

Price: 19,880 yen (tax included)

Colors: Daybreak Purple, Black

July 11 (Sat.) Only! e☆Earphone Mr. Hamada & Mr. Kojima Special Talk Event

We will host a limited talk event at the Shokz booth with Mr. Hamada and Mr. Kojima, popular on the e☆Earphone official YouTube channel. They will discuss the appeal of Shokz products, their diverse use cases, and new ways to enjoy open-ear earphones from the perspective of these audio professionals.

【Event Details】

Date and Time: July 11, 2026 (Sat.) 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Venue: Belle Salle Akihabara 1F Shokz Booth

Speakers: Mr. Hamada, Mr. Kojima from e☆Earphone

Participation Fee: Free

How to Participate: Priority given to advance reservations

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Pre-order Campaign with Luxurious Benefits!

Exclusive benefits are available for those who pre-register for the talk event:

Priority Admission

Even during crowded times, pre-registered attendees will be guided to the booth first.

(※While Potafes itself allows free entry and exit, you may have to wait if you do not have a reservation due to crowding within the Shokz booth during the talk event.)

Event-Exclusive! On-site Visitor Gift

Attendees who present their "reservation confirmation email" at the Shokz booth on the event day will receive an event-exclusive visitor gift.

Win New Earphones! Grand Prize Lottery

After the event, a lottery will be held based on check-in information from the day, and the winner will receive a new Shokz earphone model.

About Shokz Japan Inc.

Shokz is revolutionizing open-ear headphones 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 is expanding the value of "listening while doing" that allows users to enjoy music while being aware of their surroundings, and continues to develop products for a wide range of applications, from daily life to sports and business scenes.

Official Website

Company Profile

Company Name: Shokz Japan Inc.

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

Representative: Chen Qian