HARIO to Feature Two New V60 Dripper Innovations at World of Coffee San Diego 2026, Including V60 Dripper NEO and V60 Surfboard Base Dripper

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. & TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 7, 2026--

HARIO Co., Ltd., the Japanese heatproof glass manufacturer renowned for its V60 Coffee Dripper, will showcase two of its latest products at World of Coffee San Diego 2026, one of the specialty coffee industry’s premier global trade events: the V60 Dripper NEO, the bold next‑generation of the globally beloved V60 Dripper that recently won the 2026 iF Design Award, and the first public U.S. showcase of the V60 Surfboard Base Dripper Collection, a playful, surf‑inspired interpretation of the classic V60. Scheduled to be held April 10–12, 2026 in San Diego, California, the event will also give visitors to HARIO North America’s booth (#3121) the opportunity to experience a range of HARIO products, taste beverages prepared by selected HARIO partners, and purchase items from a curated selection of products, including the V60 Dripper NEO and V60 Surfboard Base Dripper Collection.

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The V60 Dripper NEO (left) and the surf‑inspired V60 Surfboard Base Dripper (right), representing HARIO’s latest innovations in pour‑over design for World of Coffee San Diego 2026. (Credit: HARIO©)

V60 Dripper NEO, Inspired by Over 20 Years of History, Refined by Two Years of Engineering

The V60 Dripper NEO is the latest evolution of HARIO’s iconic cone‑shaped V60 Dripper, designed for brewers seeking greater speed, clarity, and balance in every cup. Developed over two years of rigorous testing and released in the U.S. market in January 2026, V60 Dripper NEO was created to deliver faster, more consistent pour‑over results while preserving the freedom and creativity that define the V60 experience.

Key advancements include:

Honored with the iF Design Award 2026, the V60 Dripper NEO reflects HARIO’s ongoing commitment to innovation in coffee brewing. Attendees of World of Coffee San Diego 2026 will be able to experience the NEO firsthand and purchase it onsite. In addition, the V60 Dripper NEO will also be featured as a finalist on the Best New Product Stage and is eligible for voting in the People’s Choice Award at the event.

First Public Showcase in the U.S. of V60 Surfboard Base Dripper, Honoring the V60’s Rise Through Third Wave Coffee and San Diego’s Surf Heritage

Designed as a playful, yet meaningful tribute to the V60’s deep roots in Third Wave Coffee culture, the V60 Surfboard Base Dripper brings together two icons: HARIO’s globally recognized V60 and San Diego’s celebrated surf identity. The V60 became a worldwide symbol of the Third Wave movement, an era defined by intentional brewing, thoughtful technique, and a growing emphasis on understanding a coffee’s journey from farm to cup. Its popularity in the United States helped propel the Dripper to international acclaim long before it became a household name in Japan.

The V60 Surfboard Base Dripper builds on that legacy with a design inspired by the shape of a surfboard, blending the spirit of artisanal coffee with the relaxed coastal energy of San Diego. The World of Coffee San Diego 2026 marks the first time it will be showcased publicly in the U.S. The result is a product that not only celebrates the V60’s cultural journey but also resonates with the host city’s vibrant surf community, making it a fitting centerpiece for its U.S. debut.

HARIO’s Exhibition Details

At World of Coffee San Diego 2026, HARIO will showcase its latest brewing innovations and a curated selection of its coffee equipment lineup. Visitors will be able to see live demonstrations of the V60 Dripper NEO and V60 Surfboard Base Dripper, speak directly with HARIO product specialists, and purchase items from a curated selection of HARIO products. HARIO will also host a brew bar led by a collection of leading partners of the industry, where guests can enjoy beverages prepared using HARIO equipment.

Exhibit overview:

About HARIO

Founded in 1921, HARIO is a Tokyo‑based heatproof glass manufacturer and the only company in Japan with its own heatproof glass factory. Known worldwide for the iconic V60 Coffee Dripper, HARIO has expanded from laboratory glassware into coffee and tea equipment, as well as microwave‑safe cookware, kitchenware, and industrial glass components.
With nine offices across eight countries, HARIO products are distributed in more than 80 countries, bringing Japanese heatproof glass to homes, cafés, and industries around the world. https://www.hario-usa.com

The V60 Surfboard Dripper comes in six vibrant styles: Tropical Fish, Coral Resort, Lifesaver, Pink Surfer, Sea Breeze, and Hawaiian Sunset. (Credit: HARIO©)

The V60 Dripper NEO, winner of the iF Design Award 2026, was recognized for its innovation, brand alignment, ease of use, and outstanding brewing performance. Its refined rib structure enables faster, cleaner extraction that produces a sweet, vibrant cup with minimal bitterness. (Credit: HARIO©)

The V60 Dripper NEO (left) and the surf‑inspired V60 Surfboard Base Dripper (right), representing HARIO’s latest innovations in pour‑over design for World of Coffee San Diego 2026. (Credit: HARIO©)

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (AP) — The rapper Offset, a former member of the influential hip-hop trio Migos, was shot outside a Florida casino and is in stable condition, a spokesperson said Tuesday.

Offset, who was once married to Cardi B, was being treated at a hospital after Monday night's shooting, the spokesperson said in a statement, although his exact condition was unknown. Police said the injuries were not life threatening.

More than three years ago, Offset’s cousin Takeoff, another member of Migos, was shot and killed at a Houston bowling alley.

Monday's shooting followed a fight at the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, just north of Miami, police said. Officers detained two people.

A rapper known as Lil Tjay, Tione Jayden Merritt, was arrested for the altercation that occurred before the shooting, the Seminole Police Department in Florida said. He was charged with disorderly conduct and operating a vehicle without a valid license.

His lawyer, Dawn Florio, noted in a statement that Lil Tjay was not charged in the shooting. The 24-year-old rapper is a stalwart of New York’s South Bronx scene, celebrated for his sing-rapping and pop-hip-hop style delivered atop drill beats.

While police said one person sustained injuries at a valet area outside the casino, they did not identify the victim.

The second person detained at the scene has not been charged and investigators were working to identify others involved, police said in a statement Tuesday.

Offset, born Kiari Kendrell Cephus, first made a name for himself with Migos. The Atlanta trio is one of the most popular hip-hop groups of all time, celebrated for their rapid-fire triplet flow, an often imitated delivery that changed the trajectory of trap.

Their career kicked off with the 2013 hit “Versace.” They then had several multiplatinum selling singles, including “Bad and Boujee,” which went No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart, “Stir Fry,” “Narcos,” and “T-Shirt.” Migos released four full-length albums across their career, closing that chapter after the killing of Takeoff.

Offset and Cardi B were secretly wed in September 2017 in Atlanta. In 2024, Cardi B announced that she filed for divorce. They have three children together.

The third member of Migos, rapper Quavo, sought to transform his nephew Takeoff’s tragic shooting into a force for change, holding a summit against gun violence in 2024.

Police said Takeoff was an innocent bystander when he was shot outside a Houston bowling alley after a disagreement over a dice game. Takeoff’s death was among a string of fatal shootings in recent years that involved hip-hop stars such as Nipsey Hussle, Pop Smoke, PnB Rock and Young Dolph.

Offset embarked on a solo career years before Takeoff's death.

Sherman reported from New York. Associated Press reporters Claudia Lauer in Philadelphia and John Seewer in Toledo, Ohio, contributed.

Police and emergency personnel respond to the scene of a shooting at a valet area outside of the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Fla., on Monday, April 6, 2026. (WSVN via AP)

FILE - Offset arrives at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, March 17, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)