[NOK Corporation] NOK’s hair tie “KKOOR” is now on sale in
collaboration with Fukushima United FC!
Limited to 100 sets on sale at the NOK special match “Fukushima United FC vs Gainare Tottori” on 9/15 (Sun)
*NOK Corporation*
Press release: September 9, 2024
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NOK’s hair tie “KKOOR” is now on sale in collaboration with Fukushima United FC! 9/15 (Sun) NOK Special Match “Fukushima United FC vs. Limited release of 100 sets at “Gainare Tottori”
A package with Fukushima United FC player photos.
NOK Corporation (Headquarters: Shiba Daimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director, President and Executive Officer, Group CEO: Tsuru
Masao (hereinafter referred to as “NOK”) collaborates with official club partner Fukushima United FC (Fukushima Prefecture / Meiji Yasuda Life J3 League member) to release hair ties “KKOOR” as Fukushima United FC official goods. The new product will go on sale from Sunday, May 15th. The collaboration model “Fukushima United FC x KKOOR” will be held on the same day at Touhou Minna no Stadium (Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture) in the 28th round of the Meiji Yasuda Life J3 League “Miwa Mansai”. Fukushima City Home Town Day x NOK Special Match Limited to 100 sets will be sold at “Fukushima United FC vs Gainare Tottori”.
“KKOOR” will be released in February 2024 as NOK’s first BtoC product. It is resistant to sweat and water, has excellent durability, and is characterized by being able to securely hold hair in place while also being easy to remove.
“KKOOR” has been collaborating with sports teams since its release, and Fukushima United FC is the third team to use it. While retaining the functions and performance of the original “KKOOR”, we will release a limited edition of 100 sets of 2 bottles in 2 colors, red and black, inspired by the team colors of Fukushima United FC.
A set of 2 red and black hair ties “KKOOR”.
■“Fukushima United FC x KKOOR” release overview
・Product composition: 2-piece set, red and black to match team colors ・Release date: Sunday, September 15, 2024
・Publication location: Meiji Yasuda Life J3 League Round 28 Fukushima United FC vs Gainare Tottori
〇 Toho Minna no Stadium (1 Sawara Shinjijo, Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture)
・Release price: 300 yen (tax included)
■About the hair tie “KKOOR”
“KKOOR” is a hair tie that uses silicone rubber, a new material developed by NOK, and a special star-shaped cross section to securely hold hair in place while allowing it to be easily removed.
Not only can it be used for everyday use or as a base for hairstyles, but it is also sweat and water resistant and has excellent durability, making it ideal for activities such as sports, saunas, and the sea.
■About Fukushima United FC sponsorship
This year, NOK enters its seventh season as the official club partner of Fukushima United FC. In order to contribute to regional development in Fukushima Prefecture, we have been supporting the Fukushima Plant since 2018, which marked its 50th anniversary. In particular, we want children, who will be responsible for the next generation, to learn about the joy of sports and become fans of Fukushima United FC, thereby fostering an even greater attachment to their hometown. By supporting Fukushima United FC together with the local community, we aim to foster a sense of unity as friends aiming for the same goal, and to conduct activities that give us energy and energy.
■Inquiries regarding release
NOK Corporation CEO Office Corporate Affairs Corporate Communication Department TEL:03-5405-6372 Mail: mb_nok_corporate_affairs＠jp.nokgrp.com
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