{"id":38,"date":"2026-09-08T17:29:03","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T08:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spad.co.jp\/test-wof\/about\/"},"modified":"2026-11-12T23:05:33","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T14:05:33","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"ABOUT"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wp-block-group page-hero is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"breadcrumb wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/en\/\">TOP<\/a><span>\/<\/span><span>ABOUT<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group page-hero__grid is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">ABOUT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About WOF &amp; the organizer<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead wp-block-paragraph\">Learn about the purpose and history of the Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Cooperative and WORLD OPTICAL FAIR, and read a message from the chairman.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group page-hero__side is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1925 \u2014 2027<\/strong><br>Over a century as an industry association. More than half a century as an exhibition.<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group section is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container two-column two-column--wide-copy is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">TOKYO OPTICAL WHOLESALERS ASSOCIATION<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Cooperative<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead wp-block-paragraph\">Founded in 1925, the cooperative brings together optical wholesalers in Tokyo. We work to advance eyewear distribution and strengthen the foundations of the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We organize WORLD OPTICAL FAIR, one of Japan's leading eyewear exhibitions, contributing to the industry by showcasing the latest eyewear and creating opportunities for business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full media-frame\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"796\" height=\"583\" class=\"wp-image-8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history.jpg\" alt=\"1980\u5e74\u30ef\u30fc\u30eb\u30c9\u30aa\u30d7\u30c1\u30ab\u30eb\u30d5\u30a7\u30a2\u306e\u5f0f\u5178\u98a8\u666f\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history.jpg 796w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history-768x562.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">WORLD OPTICAL FAIR 1980<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group section section--panel section--grid is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group section-heading is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">ABOUT WOF<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About WOF<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group about-story is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<article class=\"wp-block-group about-story__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">01 \/ PURPOSE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our purpose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We bring together optical retailers, brands, and companies from Japan and overseas. Through business meetings and the exchange of ideas, we create opportunities for discovery and growth, offering valuable connections for the future of your store.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\n\n<article class=\"wp-block-group about-story__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">02 \/ HISTORY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our history<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since its launch in 1969, WOF has evolved with the times for more than half a century. Its story continues today thanks to the support of countless brands, optical retailers, and industry professionals.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n\n\n\n<article class=\"wp-block-group about-story__item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">03 \/ FUTURE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking ahead<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the world of eyewear changes, we embrace new ideas and possibilities to create an exhibition that serves the industry's future needs.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group section is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group section-heading is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">MESSAGE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Message from the chairman<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group profile-block is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full media-frame profile-photo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1250\" class=\"wp-image-9\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chairman-yabushita.jpg\" alt=\"\u6771\u4eac\u773c\u93e1\u5378\u5354\u540c\u7d44\u5408\u7406\u4e8b\u9577 \u85ae\u4e0b\u548c\u5df3\u6c0f\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chairman-yabushita.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chairman-yabushita-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chairman-yabushita-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chairman-yabushita-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chairman, Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Cooperative<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"lead wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for your continued support and patronage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a century, our cooperative has contributed to the development of the industry.<br>WORLD OPTICAL FAIR is one example of this work and is the longest-running comprehensive exhibition in the eyewear industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our members built this exhibition step by step, finding their way forward while anticipating changes in the times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We intend to continue this challenge for the further development of our industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone in the industry who has supported the exhibition throughout its history, and ask for your continued support and guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group profile-signature is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Cooperative<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kazumi Yabushita, Chairman<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group section section--dark section--grid is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group section-heading is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">GALLERY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WOF gallery<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group gallery-grid is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group gallery-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-media is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-index wp-block-paragraph\">1980<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"796\" height=\"583\" class=\"wp-image-8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history.jpg\" alt=\"1980\u5e74\u30ef\u30fc\u30eb\u30c9\u30aa\u30d7\u30c1\u30ab\u30eb\u30d5\u30a7\u30a2\u306e\u5f0f\u5178\u98a8\u666f\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history.jpg 796w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.meganeorosi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/association-history-768x562.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>WOF 1980<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><small>HISTORICAL ARCHIVE<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group section section--canvas is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group section-heading section-heading--borderless is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">MEMBERS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cooperative members<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list member-list\">\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>A<\/span><strong>Araoka Optical Co., Ltd.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item member-item--linked\"><a aria-label=\"Open the official Hisatsune Shoten website in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kujomegane.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>K<\/span><strong>Hisatsune Shoten Co., Ltd.<\/strong><small>Official website \u2197<\/small><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item member-item--linked\"><a aria-label=\"Open the official Clear Vision website in a new tab\" href=\"http:\/\/www.clear-vision.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>K<\/span><strong>Clear Vision Co., Ltd.<\/strong><small>Official website \u2197<\/small><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item member-item--linked\"><a aria-label=\"Open the official Japan Optical website in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/japan-optical.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>S<\/span><strong>Japan Optical Co., Ltd.<\/strong><small>Official website \u2197<\/small><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>S<\/span><strong>Shinto Optical Co., Ltd.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item member-item--linked\"><a aria-label=\"Open the official Sudo website in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sudo-opt.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>S<\/span><strong>Sudo Co., Ltd.<\/strong><small>Official website \u2197<\/small><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>S<\/span><strong>Seki Optical<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>T<\/span><strong>Tomita Optical Co., Ltd.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>N<\/span><strong>Nakayama Optical<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>N<\/span><strong>Nippon Optical Instruments<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item member-item--linked\"><a aria-label=\"Open the official Maruto Optical website in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maruto-opt.co.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>M<\/span><strong>Maruto Optical Co., Ltd.<\/strong><small>Official website \u2197<\/small><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item member-item--linked\"><a aria-label=\"Open the official Yabushita website in a new tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yabushita.co.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>Y<\/span><strong>Yabushita Co., Ltd.<\/strong><small>Official website \u2197<\/small><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>Y<\/span><strong>Yabushita Optical<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"member-item\"><span>Y<\/span><strong>Kenji Yoshida Shoten<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group section is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group section-heading section-heading--borderless is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">ORGANIZATION<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cooperative overview<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wof-block wof-block--site-info wp-block-wof-site-info\"><dl class=\"definition-list\"><div class=\"definition-row\"><dt>Event name<\/dt><dd>Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Cooperative<\/dd><\/div><div class=\"definition-row\"><dt>Location<\/dt><dd>2-13-21 Shitaya, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0004, Japan<\/dd><\/div><div class=\"definition-row\"><dt>Phone<\/dt><dd><a href=\"tel:0338748656\">03-3874-8656<\/a><\/dd><\/div><div class=\"definition-row\"><dt>Fax<\/dt><dd>03-3874-8657<\/dd><\/div><div class=\"definition-row\"><dt>Email<\/dt><dd><a href=\"mailto:office@meganeorosi.com\">office@meganeorosi.com<\/a><\/dd><\/div><\/dl><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TOP\/ABOUT ABOUT WOF\u3068\u4e3b\u50ac\u8005\u306b\u3064\u3044\u3066 \u6771\u4eac\u773c\u93e1\u5378\u5354\u540c\u7d44\u5408\u3068WORLD OPTICAL FAI 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