ORIICHI Wins iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 in Germany

N&R Foldings Japan Co., Ltd. (Naoki Kawamoto, CEO & Industrial Designer) is proud to announce that ORIICHI has been awarded the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2026.

Based in Hanover, Germany, iF International Forum Design is one of the world's most renowned design organizations, with a history spanning over 70 years. Every year, it selects outstanding designs to receive the iF DESIGN AWARD.

129 design experts rigorously evaluated 10,000 entries from 68 countries/regions. ORIICHI, a new type of pop-up shop fixture that can be deployed in various situations through its folding capability, was recognized not only for its design aesthetic but also for its practical durability, which allows for stable repeated storage and setup over long periods, and its environmental performance, with most parts being recyclable.

Furthermore, its role as a communication tool that enhances face-to-face value exchange in settings like markets was highly praised. It was acknowledged for its ability to function as a setting that facilitates the incidental communication that generates vibrancy in a town.

More details about ORIICHI can be viewed in the 'Winners & iF Ranking' section of the comprehensive design portal site, ifdesign.com.