monopo Tokyo was in charge of the campaign for Triumph's flagship product, “Tenshi no Bra(Angel Bra)”. To celebrate the brand’s 30th anniversary, we introduced a new brand message, “My Angel, My Supportive Ally.” and welcomed Rinko Kichuchi as the brand ambassador. Starting with a press event, we launched campaign visuals in stores, website, and TV commercials. We directed the overall management and casting of the world-renowned actress and ensured that the visual tone and message were consistent across various communications.
CLIENT BRIEF
Produce a TV commercial and digital campaign for "Tenshi no Bra"
Create impactful in-store materials
Align the tone of voice with Triumph's global brand image
Reach younger demographics beyond the existing customer base
OUR PROPOSAL
Develop a new core message for the Japanese market based on Triumph's global mission
Refresh the brand's image from cute and feminine to sophisticated and mature
Appoint a new brand ambassador to embody the message
Organize a press event to unveil the new brand message for the 30th anniversary
Actual Results
Exceeded initial KPI for media coverage
Generated a total of 194 articles, including reprints
Achieved total media exposure worth 110 million yen by the day after the event
CREATIVE APPROACH
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Tenshi no Bra (Angel Bra). In Japan, it has been communicated as a "cute" and "feminine" product. As a result, its image has drifted from the global brand identity, and as its original fan base aged, the brand has struggled to connect with younger generations. Our challenge was to refresh the brand's image to align with contemporary values and appeal to a broader, younger demographic while maintaining its core essence.
To revitalize this image in Japan, monopo proposed the keyword “self-affirmation.” As a leading brand of undergarments, the aim was to go beyond the enjoyment of choosing underwear, and address body changes and concerns around the bust area to ultimately help women affirm and appreciate themselves. We clarified the brand's personality as "For the dignified who refine their own beauty," resonating with Triumph's global mission of "CELEBRATING THE INDIVIDUAL." By doing so, we not only refreshed the brand's image but also created a stronger connection with Triumph's overarching values, bridging the gap between local perception and global positioning.
Then, we thought about how we could communicate this message to the audience we wanted this campaign to speak to, which would be a dignified woman who takes care of her own beauty.
CORE IDEA
How can we transform the original image of the “Angel Bra”? We decided to introduce a new concept: "My Angel, My Supportive Ally." Shifting from the original “cute” image of wearing the Angel Bra, we aimed to evoke empowerment, encouraging women to wear the Angel Bra and feel good about themselves. The Angel Bra will be a product that is intimate, close to your heart, and supports you in both good and bad times. This core idea became our main concept.
Global Actress Rinko Kikuchi was chosen as the brand ambassador to embody this new message.
CREATIVE & PRESS EVENT
The campaign aimed to enhance the idea of self-affirmation by showcasing everyday relatable moments. The Angel Bra, which beautifully shapes the body, is a true "ally that supports" and gives those who wear them a positive outlook even during challenging times. The TV commercial starring Rinko Kikuchi illustrated how the Angel Bra becomes an ally in daily life.
Additionally, various visuals were created for in-store displays and on the product website. In-store displays and product tags were designed to convey the brand's personality of "a person with dignified self-beauty," aligning with the key visuals and video tone. While shifting from the previous cute, feminine impression, we ensured a bright, eye-catching presence in stores. The communication outside of storefronts was mainly carried out by the main visual, emphasizing the presence of the brand ambassador Rinko Kikuchi.
To maximize the awareness of the brand renewal, rather than just releasing a new product, we organized a press event. This exceeded the initial KPI, achieving a total of 194 articles including reprints. This amounted to a total exposure worth 110 million yen after the day of the event, leaving the client extremely satisfied.
Copywriter / Creative Director
Tomoki Inagumamonopo Tokyo
Art Director / Designer
Hitoki Naruomonopo Tokyo
Producer / Project Manager
Shiori Kitamonopo Tokyo
Planner / Copywriter
Maho Kamagamimonopo Tokyo
POP / LP Designer
Claire Chenmonopo Tokyo
PR / Strategic Planner
Yuki Tanakamonopo Tokyo
Account Executive
Kensuke Tanaka, Clara Blinmonopo Tokyo
Director
Jo Motoyo
Producer
Tomoko Morishige
PM
Taiga Nishiwaki, Yuka Sai
Director of Photography
Gen Ito
Lighting Director
Satoshi Mizoguchi
DIT
Shoji Sasaki
Production Designer
Megumi Naito
Special Effect
Toshio Kishiura
Driver
Yuzuru Tanimoto
Stylist
Tomoko Kojima
Hair Artist
Ryota Nakamura
Make-up Artist
Tomo Tamura
Offline Editor
Mariko Ide, Henri Nagano
Online Editor
Masami Nikaido
Colorist
Toshiki Kamei
Music
Shinobu Sakamaki
Mixer
Masayuki Sato
BTS
Hiroki Abe
Photographer
Hiroko Matsubara
Stylist
Tomoko Kojima
Hair
Tomo Tamura
Make
Ryota Nakamura
Retoucher
Yoshinosuke Yamanashi (whiteSTOUT)
Designer
Manami Masuda
Printing
Tosho Printing CO,.Ltd.
Casting Director
Rie Ueda, Toshiki Yamane (FIO)
Cast
Rinko Kikuchi
PR Director
Ryunosuke Shinmura
PR Planner
Ito Hirose, Eri Iwai, Yu Yanagisawa
Event Director
Rina Tamagawa, Sakura Saito