Taisho University is collaborating with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce to hold a 'Taisho University x Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Pop-up Store' in Sugamo from April 25th to July 12th, 2026. This project is positioned as a PBL (Problem-Based Learning) initiative where students actively participate in planning, store operation, and sales, offering products from the Brooklyn-based brand 'Brooklyn Made' and exclusive items.
Taisho University (President: Chizumi Kanda, Location: Toshima-ku, Tokyo) is holding a 'Taisho University x Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Pop-up Store' in Sugamo from Saturday, April 25th, 2026, to Sunday, July 12th, 2026, in collaboration with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. Taisho University established a satellite campus in Brooklyn, New York, in 2025 and is expanding its international exchange and educational programs. This project aims to support local communities, small businesses, foster international exchange, and create educational programs. It is also positioned as a PBL (Problem-Based Learning) initiative where students actively engage in planning, store operations, and sales activities. The store will feature products from the Brooklyn-based brand 'Brooklyn Made,' as well as limited-edition items specially developed by Brooklyn-based manufacturers for this pop-up store. On Friday, April 24th, the day before the opening, an opening reception will be held with guests from the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and designers from 'Brooklyn Made' to foster exchange and discuss the project's initiatives and future outlook.
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When and where will the Taisho University x Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Pop-up Store take place?
The pop-up store will be held from Saturday, April 25th, 2026, to Sunday, July 12th, 2026, in Sugamo, Toshima-ku, Tokyo.
Who is the president of Taisho University and what role does the university play in the pop-up store project?
Chizumi Kanda is the president of Taisho University, which established a satellite campus in Brooklyn in 2025 and is leading the pop-up store as a PBL initiative for students.
What is the purpose of the collaboration between Taisho University and the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce?
The collaboration aims to support local communities, small businesses, promote international exchange, and create educational programs through student-led store planning and operations.
What types of products will be featured at the pop-up store in Sugamo?
The store will feature products from the Brooklyn-based brand 'Brooklyn Made' and limited-edition items developed by Brooklyn-based manufacturers for the pop-up event.
What event is scheduled the day before the pop-up store opens and who will attend?
An opening reception will be held on Friday, April 24th, 2020, with guests from the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and designers from 'Brooklyn Made' attending to discuss the project's goals.