Cole Haan opens new concept store in Tokyo

Dec 8, 2020Updated Dec 7, 20201 min read

American luxury fashion brand Cole Haan has launched its concept store in Tokyo at Grandshop – Cat Street, Harajuku. The flagship houses a selection of footwear and lifestyle products, including the exclusive GrandPro Rally Court Sneakers range in collaboration with Indian-American comedian Hasan Minhaj.

“Japan holds a special place for the Cole Haan brand as we’ve been there for more than a quarter-century,” said David Maddocks, brand president at Cole Haan. “It only made sense to bring our most innovative retail concept to one of the most iconic shopping destinations in the world — Harajuku district’s Cat Street.”

The store facade includes a window integrated with a transparent LED screen showcasing Cole Haan’s product. Digital touchpoints such as QR codes and a selfie station are implemented inside the store.

The Cole Haan Harajuku is also the brand’s third Grandshop. Founded in 1928, Cole Hann is now sold in more than 60 countries.

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