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i-Goods Company to Showcase New Concepts at Sports Expo 2026

i-Goods Company, known for its original merchandise, will participate in the "Sports Team and Athlete General Exhibition 2026" held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 15 to April 17, 2026. Organized by RX Japan, this exhibition aims at professionals involved in sports team management and marketing, offering a focused platform for goods, novelties, and product planning.

The company plans to exhibit a range of innovative items that enhance the traditional support goods experience by integrating digital content. Beyond simple sales and distribution, i-Goods aims to maximize fan engagement and the sense of unity in stadiums by introducing added features to ordinary items like towels and keychains. Among the showcased products, visitors will find systems that allow supporters to send cheers linked to vision screens and products that play athletes' voices and videos when scanned with a smartphone.

Additionally, i-Goods will present various case studies of its merchandise production for professional baseball teams and J-League soccer clubs. A total of 12 innovative product plus digital enhancement ideas will be featured, showcasing how traditional supports can evolve into interactive experiences.

Experience Real-Time Fan Interaction

A demonstration of the "vision-linked goods" will take place at the booth, where participants can scan a QR code on the merchandise to upload photos, which will then be projected in real-time on a screen within the display area. This engaging concept combines classic items with digital interaction, enhancing the fervor of fans when applied to events and matches.

Moreover, i-Goods will distribute a detailed brochure on innovative ideas targeted at the sports industry that outlines strategies for increasing fan engagement through merchandise. As a company that offers a one-stop solution from planning and design to manufacturing and BPO, i-Goods prides itself on the speed of delivery and customization capabilities, thanks to in-house designers and direct factory collaboration.

Team members specializing in the sports sector will be on-site throughout the event to assist attendees. The brochure entitled "What Makes Merchandise Attractive to Fans?" will categorize ideas for different merchandise types, including visitor giveaways and fan club benefits, addressing common concerns such as merchandise becoming stale or how to enhance fan club engagement.

Join Us for Fresh Merchandise Ideas

Those responsible for merchandise in sports organizations struggling with engagement strategies are encouraged to visit i-Goods’ booth. The company remains committed to being a partner in the sports industry by creating impactful original goods that resonate with fans.

Media Coverage Opportunity

For those interested in media coverage of the event, please contact [email protected] by April 14, 2026, with the following details:

• - Company Name
• - Media Affiliation
• - Your Name and Number of Attendees
• - Telephone Number
• - Email Address
• - Photography Availability

Contact: i-Goods Corporation, Public Relations Officer Ishida (Contact: [email protected])

Exhibition Details

• - Event Name: Sports Team and Athlete General Exhibition 2026
• - Organizer: RX Japan, Ltd.
• - Date: April 15-17, 2026
• - Location: Tokyo Big Sight South Exhibition Hall (135-0063, 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo)
• - Booth Number: 6-6
• - Exhibits: A showcase of support goods integrated with digital technologies
• - Website: Sports Expo 2026

About i-Goods

Founded on January 20, 2016, with a capital of 300 million yen, i-Goods specializes in the design, manufacturing, and sale of fully customized original goods and novelties. The company also responds to growing demand for sustainable practices by providing environmentally friendly and customizable products, utilizing resources in ways that contribute to the SDGs. Recent expansions include brands like "SUSPRO," aimed at producing sustainable goods for hotels and lodgings, and "SUS CYCLE," which focuses on upcycling company waste into valuable merchandise. Furthermore, i-Goods is tackling societal challenges like labor shortages by introducing service robots under the brand "ROBOTI." Through swift responses to market demands, i-Goods has achieved stable growth in the manufacturing sector, being recognized as Japan’s top company in the manufacturing industry ranking at 39th worldwide in 2022 among one million companies.