[W TOKYO Co., Ltd.] Collaboration with the Sabae, City of Glasses SDGs Festival 2025! Held for the third consecutive year as the “Sabae, City of Glasses Support Project Special Stage”!
W TOKYO Co., Ltd. Press release: September 20, 2025 To Members of the Press Collaboration with the Sabae, City of Glasses SDGs Festival 2025! Held for the third consecutive year as the “Sabae, City of Glasses Support Project Special Stage”! Popular models appeared in the “Sabae Action∞ Collection produced by TGC” and the “LDH Dance Workshop Show” featuring EXILE TETSUYA and THE RAMPAGE’s Iwatani Shogo. W TOKYO Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Noriyoshi Murakami; Stock Code: 9159; Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth; hereinafter, “the Company”), which plans and produces Tokyo Girls Collection (hereinafter, “TGC”), is working to achieve the SDGs in order to realize the sustainable city of “Sabae, the City of Glasses.” For the third consecutive year, we collaborated with the “Sabae, the City of Glasses SDGs Festival 2025,” hosted by Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, as an event where people can learn and experience while having fun. This time, we held the “Sabae, the City of Glasses Support Project Special Stage.” The “Sabae Action ∞ (Eight) Collection produced by TGC” and the “LDH Dance Workshop Show” were held on Saturday, September 20th. This collaboration event is the fifth installment of the “Sabae, the City of Glasses Support Project,” which was launched in March 2023 by Sabae City, W TOKYO, and LDH JAPAN Co., Ltd. with the aim of promoting regional revitalization and the SDGs. The project aims to realize a “happy society” where all citizens can live healthy lives, with a sense of purpose, fulfillment, and fulfillment in life, so that they can stay healthy both mentally and physically.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-27aabd86f94ae16824fdbc92d8b728b5-3900×2600.jpg ■The opening was captivating with a spectacular performance by the Fukui Prefectural Sabae High School Brass Band! Following last year’s performance, the “Sabae, the City of Glasses Support Project Special Stage” featured the Fukui Prefectural Sabae High School Brass Band. Starting with “Galaxy Express 999,” the theme song of the anime beloved by people of all ages, they performed live versions of “Megumi no Hito,” “Seishun no Kagayaki,” and “Shirokuma.” They also performed their familiar dance routine to “YMCA,” creating a spectacular opening!
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-9fa67c7ce821ad7afd42f04d264493c3-3686×2457.jpg ■The “Sabae Action ∞ (Eight) Collection produced by TGC” stage featured the theme of “Connecting, Weaving, the Future,” with popular TGC models and 10 kid models from Sabae City selected through auditions appearing on the runway in gorgeous outfits! This year’s theme was “Connecting, Weaving, the Future.” Students from Fukui Bunka Fashion College used offcuts from Sabae City’s textile industry to create original, sustainable accessories. They also incorporated Sabae’s unique “glasses” into gorgeous outfits, showcasing sustainable fashions by popular TGC models. For the finale, they reappeared on the runway alongside child models from Sabae City, dressed in unique outfits made from secondhand clothes and hand-me-downs. The audience erupted in cheers of “So cute!”, garnering attention as an
environmentally conscious fashion show.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-339b301d5462cfb530182fa617d7bc48-3547×2365.jpg Child model Niko Suzuki, who appeared in the fashion show, commented, “My beloved grandmother handmade (remade) these for me.” Sara Kimura introduced the key points of her costume, saying, “The red panda and mackerel-shaped glasses are on them.” Ria Yonezawa shared her impressions of the child models’ costumes, saying, “They incorporate the latest trends while still being innovative, as befits child models. The handmade ribbon headpiece worn by Natsuyama Rinka, who walked alongside me, was also adorable!” Kajiwara Kanagisa commented on what she heard from the child models about the charms of Sabae, saying, “The costumes that grandma made for me were cute, and the eyeglasses ornaments in town are wonderful. I want to take some photos and take them home!” Rinka said, “It’s a town of manufacturing, and I was surprised to hear that it has a 90% share of the domestic market for eyeglass frames. They’re light and comfortable, and I want to choose them every day as a fashion statement.” She spoke of great functionality as well as design, and Muratani Haruna shared her interest in Sabae City, saying, “I heard that the red pandas at Nishiyama Zoo are cute, so I definitely want to go.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-195a820ea1e4ed9055b968511d250985-3677×2451.jpg Finally, regarding today’s outfit, MINAMI smiled and said, “The corset and headband made by the students are the highlights.” Ririka Nishimura of Fukui Bunka Fashion College, who created the accessories worn by Muratani, commented, “I wanted to convey the charm of Sabae, so I used a red panda and glasses as a motif.” Shiori Yamashita expressed her feelings with emotion, saying, “The fringe is the highlight. I’m so happy that my beloved Asami is wearing them, I could cry!” ■Creative Magnet, the “Sabae Charm Promotion Ambassador,” and MINAMI, the “Kofu Jewelry Ambassador,” appeared on stage again to announce the initiatives of Sabae City and Kofu City. Crazy Magnet is the “Sabae Charm Promotion Ambassador” for Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, and MINAMI is the “Kofu Jewelry Ambassador” for Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, making this a special collaboration between the two ambassadors. MINAMI commented with a smile, “Today’s outfit includes the necklace that won the Grand Prize at the Kofu Jewelry Koshien and earrings from Kofu Jewelry. They’re sparkly and make me feel great, and I’m very happy to be appearing this time.” Also, backstage at the recent Mynavi TGC 2025 A/W, when she saw Echizen lacquerware for the first time, she commented, “I had an image of lacquerware as being old-fashioned, but I was surprised at the variety of designs.” Crazy Magnet, who toured an Echizen lacquerware workshop up close, commented, “The artisans’ meticulous handcrafting of each piece was so impressive that I hesitated to speak to them. There were also many items with modern designs suitable for everyday use.” In regards to upcoming activities, MINAMI excited the audience with her words, “Yamanashi Jewelry Week will be held on November 8th and 9th! I’ll also be appearing at a stage event on the 8th, so please come to Kofu!”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-75405b95c9672ba2f1e566101e190543-2822×1881.jpg ■ “Are you all having fun in Sabae? Let’s dance together and have fun!” exclaimed EXILE TETSUYA, and the crowd joined together to perform a dance routine. The “LDH Dance Workshop Show” produced by EXILE TETSUYA featured EXILE TETSUYA (hereinafter referred to as “TETSUYA”), THE RAMPAGE’s Shogo Iwatani (hereinafter referred to as “Iwatani”), and eight students from EXPG STUDIO NAGOYA performing an original dance workshop show set to hit songs by LDH artists! As a special project, the event also featured a collaboration with the Sabae High School Dance Club. Visitors of all ages came together to move their bodies, enjoy dance, and contribute to the promotion of SDG Goal “3: Good Health and Well-Being.” TETSUYA and Iwatani appeared on stage with a refreshing cry, “Everyone in Sabae, are you having fun? Let’s dance together and have fun!” As soon as their signature song Choo Choo Train began to play, the entire venue joined in the dancing, instantly creating a sense of excitement and unity. This was TETSUYA’s third appearance, and he also visited his own coffee shop, AMAZING COFFEE, located in Nishiyama Park. Iwatani, who had drunk a “Red Panda Latte” in honour of the zoo’s popular red pandas, called out, “Let’s dance as cutely as red pandas!” Afterwards, they performed “WON’T BE LONG” and THE RAMPAGE’s popular number “New Jack Swing,” and the venue was filled with excitement at the stunning performance, which was joined by students from EXPG STUDIO NAGOYA. While Iwatani was getting the crowd excited by shouting, “Everyone in Sabae, are you having fun?! Yeah! More yeah!!!”, TETSUYA suddenly called out, “Mayor yeah!!!” The mayor responded with a smile, “Yeah!!!”, and the entire venue was filled with a warm atmosphere. Later, members of the Sabae High School Dance Club joined in, collaborating on “16BOOSTERZ,” one of THE RAMPAGE’s most difficult songs to perform. Iwatani offered words of encouragement to the dance club members, who had been practicing for about a month, saying, “You were all smiling and it was wonderful! I’m sure it was hard practicing, but thank you!” Together they worked up a refreshing sweat, creating a comfortable and united performance.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-6b8249c0f01c0781fb5e389dee44de95-3900×2600.jpg In addition, a surprise project was realized: DVDs of “MORNING SUN,” which was produced with the desire to “support children’s dreams,” were delivered in advance to nursery schools in Sabae City. The children practiced for the day and arrived at the venue to join in the dance. A lecture was also given to attendees, and the venue was filled with smiles as they demonstrated the “glasses pose” in reference to Sabae, the “city of glasses.” Afterwards, they performed a nonstop series of numbers unique to dance workshop shows, including “Going Crazy,” “Shangri-La,” “JUMP,” and “Guruguru Dream,” all of which involved waving towels. Many kids rose on stage, and the venue reached a fever pitch. TETSUYA sent a message to Sabae Mayor Sasaki, saying, “Mayor, Sabae’s future is secure!” The mayor was then quickly called onto the stage, and Fukui Prefecture Vice Governor Washizu Mio also took the stage, as she did last year. The vice governor said, “I’m glad that thanks to everyone’s support, the event is even more exciting than last year. I hope to continue holding various fun events and making Fukui a fun place.” The mayor then delivered a powerful message, saying, “We’ve been running this SDGs Festival for three years. We hope to continue these fun activities together with the citizens, so please continue to support us.” The entire venue erupted in thunderous applause. The final performance was “Galaxy Express 999,” which drew the entire venue into a frenzy. The excitement in the venue reached a fever pitch as attendees jumped in unison and did the familiar wave. TETSUYA sent a message saying, “I hope you continue to smile, have fun, stay healthy, and be happy!” Iwatani also said, “I was really happy to be able to participate for the second year in a row. I want to continue to liven up Sabae, Japan, through the power of entertainment! See you again next year!”
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7466/883/7466-883-660673d2fb770a865b9aa0480c62dc52-3900×2600.jpg This dance workshop show ended with great success, creating a special moment where the community and entertainment came together. 【Glasses Town Sabae SDGs Festival 2025 Event Overview】 An event where you can learn and experience the SDGs while having fun, with the aim of realizing a sustainable city, “Glasses Town Sabae.” We will bring together the diverse strengths of each participant, including sustainable manufacturing, gender equality, diversity, multicultural coexistence, and regional revitalization, to make SDG activities more visible. This third event is based on “Sabae Action∞ (Eight),” a youth-oriented initiative created by the Sabae SDGs Club, a group of students interested in the SDGs, with the goal of creating a sustainable Sabae city filled with smiles. The goals are: “Praise what you think is good,” “Take care of yourself,” “Broaden your horizons,” “Reduce food waste,” “Produce locally for local consumption,” “Participate in events,” “Recycle,” and “Convey what makes Sabae unique.” Small individual actions can spread, connect, and
dramatically change the city’s future. Through this “∞ (infinity)” wish for the future, we aim to create a festival where people can learn, play, and have fun. Event Name: Sabae, the City of Glasses SDGs Festival 2025 Dates and Times: Saturday, September 20, 2025 and Sunday, September 21, 2025, Start: 10:00 AM, End: 4:00 PM
※Collaboration Stage will be held only on September 20th Collaboration Stage Name: Sabae, the City of Glasses Support Project Special Stage “Sabae Action ∞ (Eight)” Collection produced by TGC LDH Dance Workshop Show Date and Time: Saturday, September 20, 2025, Doors Open at 12:00 PM, Show Begins at 1:00 PM, Ends at 2:56 PM Venue: Nishiyama Park, Sabae City Admission Fee: Free Cast: ＜“Sabae Action ∞ (Eight)” Collection produced by TGC＞ Kajiwara Kanagisa, MINAMI, Muratani Haruna, Yonezawa Ria, Rinka *In alphabetical order Kids Models (10 people) Main MC) Crazy Magnet LDH Dance Workshop Show> EXILE TETSUYA, Shogo Iwatani (THE RAMPAGE), EXPG STUDIO NAGOYA (8 members), Fukui Prefectural Sabae High School Dance Club (22 members) ＜W TOKYO Co., Ltd. Company Overview > Company Name: W TOKYO Co., Ltd. (Code Number: 9159, Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth) Address: W Building, 5-28-5 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Capital: 246 million yen (as of the end of June 2025) Representative Director: Noriyoshi Murakami Business: Branding and content production utilizing the TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION brand Official website: https://www.w-tokyo.co.jp/ This is the planning and production company for Tokyo Girls Collection, which has been held twice a year since August 2005. In 2015, they partnered with Friends of the United Nations Asia-Pacific to hold a fashion show themed on the SDGs at the United Nations Headquarters in New York in May 2018. In Japan, they launched the “TGC Regional Revitalization Project” in 2015, hosting TGC events in regional cities such as Kitakyushu, Shizuoka, and Wakayama, contributing to regional revitalization and actively promoting the SDGs.