Shokz OpenFit Pro | Awarded "Best Buy" in the First Half of 2026 by "Kaden Hihyo"!

Focal Point Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hideki Onda, hereinafter Focal Point) is pleased to announce that the flagship model "OpenFit Pro," released in April 2026, has received the "Best Buy for the First Half of 2026 (Open-Ear Earphones - High-End Category)" award from "Kaden Hihyo," Japan's only magazine specializing in appliance testing, published by Shinyusha Co., Ltd. Focal Point is the distributor for Shokz, a manufacturer of open-ear earphones offering a new audio experience.

About the Award-Winning Product "OpenFit Pro"

The "OpenFit Pro," which won Best Buy in the "Open-Ear Earphones (High-End) Category," boasts a level of perfection befitting a high-end model and received high overall ratings as the "definitive edition" of open-ear earphones.

[Key Reasons for Award (Evaluation Points)]

High-Dimensional Balance of Noise Reduction and High Sound Quality

While maintaining the unique openness of open-ear earphones, the proprietary "Focus Mode" effectively reduces ambient noise. Its ability to achieve uncompromisingly clear and immersive sound was highly praised.

Comfort and Practicality for "Nagara-doki" (Listening While Doing Other Things)

The comfortable, non-occluding fit makes them easy to wear for long periods without fatigue. Their high practicality, allowing for the natural coexistence of high-quality music and environmental sounds in various daily scenes, was supported by users.

Product Overview

Product Name: OpenFit Pro

Retail Price: 39,880 yen (tax included)

Colors: White, Black

Release Date: April 22, 2026 (Wed)

Sales Channels:

- Shokz Official Online Store - Official Stores on Major EC Sites (Amazon, Rakuten Ichiba, Yahoo! Shopping) - Major Electronics Retailers Nationwide

About "Kaden Hihyo" Best Buy

"Kaden Hihyo" is a "Honest Appliance Guide" that thoroughly tests appliances from a consumer perspective by experts and the editorial department, evaluating truly good products. Within this, "Best Buy" is a prestigious title awarded only to the most outstanding products in each category from among numerous products.

About Shokz

Shokz is innovating open-ear earphones. Achieving high sound quality through proprietary audio technology at an affordable price point accessible to many. They offer a new audio experience that allows users to enjoy "nagara-doki" unique to open-ear designs with high sound quality. Promising safety without blocking the ears and the best sound quality, they will continue to develop products that revolutionize the earphone industry.

https://jp.shokz.com/

About Focal Point Inc.

Focal Point Inc. is an import trading company established in 1989 that handles excellent products from around the world. They sell and support accessories for iPhone and iPad, peripherals for Mac, and more in Japan.

Focal Point Company Profile Company Name: Focal Point Inc. Representative: Hideki Onda Established: 1989 URL: https://www.focal.co.jp/

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