SMILES Co., Ltd. will hold "ECOHIIKI (Eco Hiiki)" again this year, a project that was well-received last year at "Pass The Baton Market," a flea market featuring companies and brands from diverse genres such as interiors, fashion, and food. Applications for this project will begin on July 1, 2026 (Wed) (application deadline: July 19 (Sun)), and the "ECOHIIKI" project is scheduled to be held at "Pass The Baton Market Vol. 22" in October 2026. We sincerely look forward to applications from creators who say, "I'm the one!" ◎ ECOHIIKI Details Page: https://market.pass-the-baton.com/topics/2783/ ■ Supporting Creators' Challenges! "ECOHIIKI" Project The "ECOHIIKI" project was first held in October 2025. Brands with dazzling, standout points that made us at Pass The Baton want to give them special treatment were invited to exhibit. These included a brand making baby boxes from Enshu textiles, a traditional industry in Hamamatsu; a product unit based in Kumamoto that makes accessories from igusa (rush grass), using igusa from relatives who are igusa farmers; and a seal engraving shop that accepts custom orders for original designs on-site. A wide variety of creators colored the ECOHIIKI zone, making it a project full of new discoveries and excitement for visitors. We at Pass The Baton also look forward to meeting new creators through the "ECOHIIKI" project and await applications from creators. Exhibitors will be selected after interviews with all applicants. This project aims to provide full support with Pass The Baton's unique "special treatment" to those who are selected to exhibit. First, if you are interested in the "ECOHIIKI" project, please feel free to apply. Tell us your passion for making things. ― We are looking for applications from people such as these ― ・ We can't make many items because each one is handmade, but we want to convey our passion. ・ Our products might be too niche and appeal to a select few, but we are meticulous about our craftsmanship. ・ We don't