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