First-of-its-kind "Bicycle Pet Backpack" Launched, Seamlessly Switching Between Bicycle Attachment and Backpack Use

OGK Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Higashiosaka City, Osaka; Representative Director: Taiji Kimura), the company holding the top domestic market share for bicycle child seats, will launch "HUG Buddy," a bicycle pet backpack for ultra-small and small dogs, under its pet brand "buddiQ" on April 15 via its online store (https://ogk-giken.shop-pro.jp) and other channels. Since it is secured to the inside of the handlebars, you can ride with peace of mind, maintaining a close distance as if holding your pet in your arms. After getting off the bicycle, it can be detached with a single touch and used directly as a backpack—the first design of its kind for a pet carrier. The technology and expertise in protecting children's safety cultivated through the development of bicycle child seats are applied to pets as well, ensuring the safety of your precious furry family members.

Enjoying the Scenery Together on a "Bicycle Journey." Pursuing Safety and Comfort for Both Pets and Owners Unlike conventional baskets, "HUG Buddy" is fixed to the inside of the handlebars. Because owners can check on their pets at a close distance at any time, both owner and pet can travel with a sense of security. To allow them to enjoy the outside scenery together while ensuring safety, particular attention was paid to the lid design, which allows pets to poke their heads out even while riding. For fixing, the company's proprietary attachment/detachment mechanism, adopted in its bicycle baskets, is applied. While possessing strong fixing power, it can be easily removed with a single touch. This realizes a new style that allows smooth switching with just this one backpack, from traveling by bicycle to walking after arrival. When riding the bicycle alone, the attachment base can be folded so it does not get in the way.

**Media Contact for This Matter** OGK CO., LTD. Public Relations: Tajima 6-2-32 Takaida-hondori, Higashiosaka City, Osaka 577-0066 TEL: 06-6782-4353 (Main) FAX: 06-6782-4357 Website: https://ogk.co.jp/

### ■buddiQ "HUG Buddy" (PET-012) Online Store: https://ogk-giken.shop-pro.jp/?pid=191157859 ● Size: Width 380 × Depth 260 × Height 400mm ● Product Weight: Backpack: approx. 1.5kg / Attachment: approx. 0.8kg ● Quality Indication: Backpack: Polyester / Base stand: Nylon ● Applicable Weight: 8kg or less ● Applicable Dog Breeds: Ultra-small to small dogs ● Compatible Vehicles: 20-inch or larger city bicycles (*including electric bicycles) * Limited to bicycles equipped with a dual kickstand. It is desirable to attach it to bicycles equipped with a handlebar stopper. * Handlebar post diameter: Φ22mm to Φ28.1mm * However, installation may not be possible depending on the diamond-shaped frame or handlebar shape. * Cannot be attached to bicycles with sports bike handlebars or special-shaped handlebars. * Do not use if the forward field of vision is obstructed or driving operations are hindered due to the height or attachment position of the pet backpack or the physique of the driver. * By using the included drive belt, it can be safely secured to a car seat. ● Colors: Charcoal Black, Greige ● Price: Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price 33,495 yen (tax included)

**■ buddiQ** https://ogk.co.jp/topics/37874 Considering pets as important family members, the company started developing pet products in 2023 with the desire to apply the technology and expertise in protecting children's safety cultivated through the development of bicycle child seats to pets. Although there is a need for bicycle travel with pets, such as when visiting the vet or taking a walk after traveling to a large park, there were almost no products that considered bicycle loading and its safety. Therefore, the company launched the pet brand "buddiQ" in November 2025 and is expanding its product lineup.

"buddiQ" is a coined word combining "buddy," representing a companion or partner, and the "Q" from Quality. With the technology and know-how cultivated through the development of bicycle child seats boasting the top market share, we pursue uncompromising quality to deliver peace of mind and comfort to both pets and owners, aiming to contribute to improving the quality of life with pets. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buddiq_by_ogk/

**■ Overview of OGK Co., Ltd.** ● Company Name: OGK Co., Ltd. ● Representative: President and CEO Taiji Kimura ● Location: 6-2-32 Takaida-hondori, Higashiosaka City, Osaka ● Establishment: Founded 1941, Established September 1948 (Showa 23) ● Capital: 96 million yen ● Business Lines: Bicycle child seats, baskets, rain covers, dress guards, foamed wheels, fiberglass wheels, other bicycle accessories, various grips, and general resin products ● Employees: 98 (as of July 2025)

**■ OGK CORPORATE SLOGAN** Even if the forms of families and how time is spent change with the times, the value of human connections and bonds remains unchanging. Creating new experiences and emotions with the creativity and execution power OGK has cultivated, and making families around the world happy—that is our mission at OGK.