Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in Japan, updated continuously by our newsroom.
Google has launched its first direct-to-consumer store outside of the United States, situated in Tokyo. Marrying product sales, hands-on experiences, and customer service, this concept provides a comprehensive retail experience for both potential customers…
NTT East Corporation has entered into a partnership with a collection of data center, telecommunications, energy, and infrastructure businesses, with the aim of transforming Ishikari City in Hokkaido into a major data center hub. Building a Data Center…
Uniqlo, the renowned global retail brand, is expanding its presence in Kyoto by launching its pioneering global flagship store in the city. The strategic decision aims to leverage the city’s high domestic and international visitor traffic. The Kyoto-based…
Japanese retail behemoth Aeon is withdrawing from the supermarket industry in Thailand, divesting its local enterprise to Central Group. This is a strategic shift in investment focus towards rapidly expanding markets across Southeast Asia. Transition of…
Lululemon, the well-known Canadian athleisure brand, is set to break into the Japanese market with its first flagship store in Harajuku, Tokyo. The store is scheduled to open on August 19, marking a significant milestone for the brand’s international…
Luxury goods retailer Hermès has reported a notable surge in sales for the first half of this fiscal year, with the Asian market, particularly Japan, demonstrating substantial performance. During the six-month period ending in June, the company garnered a…
Uniqlo, a renowned clothing brand, is set to significantly extend its footprint in India. The company’s ambitious expansion plan aims to increase its store network in the country by five times, amounting to over 100 stores within the next five years.…
French eyewear retailer Izipizi has expanded its operations to Japan, launching its initial directly managed brick-and-mortar shop. This marks the company’s first in-person venture in the Japanese market. The store is strategically situated on Cat Street,…
FamilyMart, Japan’s widely recognized retailer, has launched its first Famima flagship store in Tokyo, marking a significant reimagining of the conventional convenience store as the company gears up for its 45th anniversary. FamilyMart’s Next Generation…
Asics, the renowned Japanese sportswear brand, is set to open its second flagship store in Japan. The grand opening is scheduled for later this month, and the new store will be located in the bustling heart of Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. This four-storey…
Hermes, the high-end retail brand, recently established a new outlet in The Landmark Nagoya Sakae, Japan. The store design was inspired by the locale’s rich culture and long-standing textile customs. This new store, envisioned by the renowned architectural…
Starbucks, the prominent Seattle-based coffee chain, is contemplating various strategies concerning its Japanese operations, which could potentially involve selling its stake in the region. This business decision could garner attention from other industry…
Yamada Holdings, Japan’s premier consumer electronics retailer, is scheduled to merge with its competitor, Edion. This amalgamation is set to form Japan’s most extensive electronics retail conglomerate with an estimated annual turnover reaching 2.5 trillion…
Konvy, a renowned Thai retailer specializing in beauty and healthcare products, recently received a $15 million investment from Japan’s Cool Japan Fund (CJF). This strategic partnership aims to stimulate demand for Japanese beauty and healthcare brands across…
Italian lifestyle label Diesel has upgraded its flagship store in Osaka, Japan, shifting to a more prominent location as part of its strategy for enhanced visibility in the city. Store Relocation and New Design Theme Diesel’s new Osaka home is situated in…
Japanese discount retail chain, 3Coins, has expanded its global presence by unveiling its most substantial flagship store in Hong Kong. The new location is nestled in the Airside district of Kai Tak, providing a massive retail space of 5,100 square feet. A…
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