A Legend Returns! Special In-Store Event Featuring Guido Buchwald
On April 8, 2026, Kärcher Japan will host a special talk event at Cainz Urawa Misono, featuring German soccer legend Guido Buchwald and former Japan national team player Hajime Hosogai. Backed by its partnership with VfB Stuttgart, the event aims to engage with fans and promote its products.
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Kärcher Japan (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; President: Gen Hikino), the Japanese subsidiary of the world's largest cleaning equipment manufacturer, Kärcher, will hold a special talk event on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Cainz Urawa Misono, featuring legendary former German national soccer team player Guido Buchwald and Mr. Hajime Hosogai as guests.
Kärcher, headquartered near Stuttgart, Germany, became a regional partner of the local club "VfB Stuttgart" in 2025. This event will welcome Mr. Guido Buchwald and Mr. Hajime Hosogai, both of whom have ties to the prestigious German soccer club "VfB Stuttgart" and also played for Urawa Reds. Guests can enjoy a talk session with these two players who have excelled on the world's top stage and in Urawa.
■ Event Overview
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM *Numbered tickets distributed from 12:00 PM
Location: Cainz Urawa Misono, storefront space (1-11-1 Misono, Midori-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama)
Target Audience: General public
Organizer: Kärcher Japan Co., Ltd.
Cooperation: Cainz Urawa Misono
Speakers:
Mr. Guido Buchwald (VfB Stuttgart Club Ambassador / Former German National Team)
Mr. Hajime Hosogai (President of Thespakusatsu Gunma / Former Japan National Team)
Participation Fee: Free
■ Main Scheduled Activities
1. Mini Talk Show (3:10 PM - 3:50 PM)
They will discuss the purpose of their visit to Japan, the activities of VfB Stuttgart, their thoughts on Urawa, and the appeal of Kärcher products.
2. Fan Interaction Event (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
An autographed card giveaway and a photo session with fans will be held.
*Participation in the mini talk show and fan interaction event is limited.
*Numbered tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis at the Cainz Urawa Misono storefront starting at 12:00 PM on the day of the event.
■ Visitor Perk:
Autographed card from Mr. Buchwald (first 70 people)
■ Deluxe Gift Campaign (Purchase Bonus)
During the period from Monday, April 6 to Sunday, April 12, customers who make a purchase including a Kärcher product at Cainz Urawa Misono will be eligible to enter a lottery to win merchandise autographed by the legends.
Target Period: Monday, April 6, 2026 - Sunday, April 12, 2026
How to Apply: Please present your qualifying receipt from the period to the service counter. You will receive a lottery ticket in exchange.
Prizes:
Autographed jersey shirt (for purchases of ¥30,000 or more including a Kärcher product, 3 winners by lottery)
Autographed cap (for purchases of ¥10,000 or more including a Kärcher product, 30 winners by lottery)
Winner Announcement: To be announced at a later date, Ka