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Samsung Galaxy flagship store to open in Tokyo

By Aiko TanakaJapan
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Smartphone brand Samsung has opened a new Galaxy flagship in Tokyo.

The six-level location is the largest Galaxy showcase store worldwide, and features a front facade decorated with more than 1000 smartphones, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the product line.

The store will offer a range of phones and wearable devices, as well as offer repair services.

The opening coincides with Japan’s 500-day countdown to the 2020 Olympic Games. Samsung is an Olympic Partner in wireless communications equipment. The firm is seeking a stronger market share in anticipation of impending 5G network rollout across the country.

Questions & Answers

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What is the key feature of the new Samsung Galaxy store in Tokyo?

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The new store is the largest Galaxy show worldwide, spanning six levels. Its front facade is uniquely decorated with over 1000 smartphones, marking the product line's 10th anniversary.

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What services and products will the new flagship store offer customers?

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The store will provide customers with a variety of phones and wearable devices to purchase. Also, it will offer repair services for these products, catering to existing and new customers.

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What strategic timing was chosen for the store's opening in Tokyo?

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The opening was timed to coincide with Japan's 500-day countdown to the 2020 Olympic Games. Samsung is a wireless communications equipment partner for the Olympics.

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Why is Samsung particularly interested in strengthening its market presence in Japan now?

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Samsung aims to achieve a stronger market share in Japan ahead of the impending rollout of 5G network technology across the country. This strategic move anticipates future growth.

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