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Discover Tabio at EXPO 2025: Creativity Meets Sustainability

Tabio Co., Ltd., a leading sock specialist company known for its brands "靴下屋," "Tabio," and "Tabio MEN," will make its mark at the highly anticipated "EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai." This vibrant event unfolds from June 10 to June 23, 2025, offering attendees a unique chance to engage with sustainable practices through innovative workshops and personalized sock embroidery services.

Reusing Waste Material: The Heart of the Workshop

In the bustling world of sock manufacturing, materials like ring-shaped remnants, known as “はぎれわっか,” often go to waste. At the EXPO, Tabio will conduct engaging workshops, allowing participants to reuse these scrap materials to create charming coasters and adorable sock animals. The workshop not only promotes sustainability but also encourages creativity and hands-on participation.

Workshop Details

• - What: Create coasters and sock animals from recycled materials.
• - Time: Every hour at 00 and 30 minutes for approximately 30 minutes.
• - Participants: Groups of two, with a limit of four participants per session.
• - Sign-Up: Attendees can receive a numbered ticket after purchasing a materials kit on-site.

By joining these workshops, visitors will not just learn about recycling but actively contribute to an eco-friendly initiative, fostering awareness about waste reduction.

Personalized Touch: Embroidery Services

Additionally, attendees can enjoy custom embroidery services right at the event. Visitors will have the opportunity to choose from various socks available for sale and get their desired text embroidered. This personal touch, limited to eight characters per line, can be done in either Mincho or Gothic fonts with a choice of eight vibrant thread colors.

Embroidery Service Details

• - What: Embroider up to eight characters on selected socks.
• - Cost: The service costs the price of the socks, starting at a tax-included price of 770 yen.
• - Please Note: Depending on demand, the service may close at times, so early participation is encouraged.

Event Overview

• - Dates: June 10 (Tue) to June 23 (Mon), 2025
• - Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (with adjusted hours on the first day and last day)
• - Location: Experience Zone in the Empowering Zone at Festival Station

About Tabio Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1968, Tabio Co., Ltd. has dedicated over 50 years to creating socks that feel like a second skin, ensuring comfort with each product. They take pride in having expertly crafted socks made by skilled Japanese artisans, focusing on quality, comfort, and aesthetics.

As of April 2025, they operate 233 sock specialty stores, including "靴下屋," "Tabio," and "Tabio MEN" throughout Japan, and have extended their offerings internationally, receiving great acclaim in fashion hubs like Paris and London.

Tabio continues to innovate while honoring tradition, blending durability with modern design. The company operates through franchises and direct retail, committed to engaging with sustainability and delivering premium products to the market.
For more information, visit Tabio's official website.