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One Stop Business Center, a nationwide virtual office provider, opened its Hachioji branch on May 13, 2026. This new location aims to support entrepreneurs, freelancers, and companies seeking multi-location expansion in the Tama area, leveraging Hachioji's high convenience for business activities.
MIJ Wellness Co., Ltd. is opening "Cafe36 Sendai Store," a completely additive-free cafe where you can share a table with your beloved dog, on April 16, 2026, within the multi-purpose dog park "Bowmu." It offers a new dining experience for both people and dogs and commemorates Bowmu's 1st anniversary.
MIJ Wellness Co., Ltd. is opening "Cafe36 Sendai Store," a completely additive-free cafe where you can share a table with your beloved dog, on April 16, 2026, within the multi-purpose dog park "Bowmu." It offers a new dining experience for both people and dogs and commemorates Bowmu's 1st anniversary.
Ebisu Sushi Gyoten, which achieved 2 million yen on its first day on Makuake, will open on May 1, 2026, located a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station. It offers Edomae OMAKASE sushi courses and SAKE pairing, and is currently recruiting Makuake members.
Culture Convenience Club (CCC) and Mitsui Fudosan have jointly opened "SHARE LOUNGE Workstyling Yaesu South Exit" in Grand Age, a commercial facility directly connected to Tokyo Station, on April 24, 2026. This strengthens the collaboration between their shared office and lounge businesses, providing a comfortable workspace for remote workers and small businesses.
Spice Works Holdings Co., Ltd. and IFREA Co., Ltd. will simultaneously open two new shaved ice stores in Okinawa on April 1, 2026: "oceangood OKUSHIBU" in Naha's Kokusai Dori and "Umi ga Mieru Dake de with OKUNOSHIBUYA" on Ishigaki Island. These stores will offer exquisite shaved ice, including Okinawa-exclusive menus crafted by shaved ice master Yasumasa Era, leveraging local ingredients to provide a unique, experience-based dessert.
Spice Works Holdings Co., Ltd. and IFREA Co., Ltd. will simultaneously open two new shaved ice stores in Okinawa on April 1, 2026: "oceangood OKUSHIBU" in Naha's Kokusai Dori and "Umi ga Mieru Dake de with OKUNOSHIBUYA" on Ishigaki Island. These stores will offer exquisite shaved ice, including Okinawa-exclusive menus crafted by shaved ice master Yasumasa Era, leveraging local ingredients to provide a unique, experience-based dessert.
Personal Gym Aria, popular in Higashiosaka with a waiting list, will open its second branch in Aramoto, a 5-minute walk from Aramoto Station, on May 11, 2026. It offers one-on-one coaching by award-winning trainers through a complete reservation system, ensuring easy booking and also features a baby circle.
South Korean baby and kids clothing brand "moimoln" is opening a permanent store at Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro Main Store on April 10, 2026. Following the success of last year's popular pop-up store, department store exclusive summer items and the popular "MOEMUSISAN × moimoln" collaboration Jinbei will reappear, along with an opening campaign.
South Korean baby and kids clothing brand "moimoln" is opening a permanent store at Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro Main Store on April 10, 2026. Following the success of last year's popular pop-up store, department store exclusive summer items and the popular "MOEMUSISAN × moimoln" collaboration Jinbei will reappear, along with an opening campaign.
Meiwa Real Estate Co., Ltd., a franchisee of APAMAN Co., Ltd., has newly opened "Apaman Shop Kagoshima University Mae (Corporate Housing Specialist Store)" specializing in corporate housing arrangements for corporations on May 1, 2026. This store aims to meet the relocation needs around Kagoshima University and reduce the burden on corporate HR and general affairs personnel.
15/e organic, an organic supermarket co-produced by Taka of ONE OK ROCK, will open its second flagship store in Azabu Juban on April 21, 2026. Registered dietitians provide personalized service and cafe space is expanded.
15/e organic, an organic supermarket co-produced by Taka of ONE OK ROCK, will open its second flagship store in Azabu Juban on April 21, 2026. Registered dietitians provide personalized service and cafe space is expanded.
AEON Fantasy Indonesia, a subsidiary of AEON Fantasy, will open 'KIDZOOONA Splash 23 Semarang,' a new experiential indoor playground format based on an 'Ocean x Exploration' concept, in Semarang, Indonesia, on May 23, 2026. The facility will feature play equipment with shark and octopus motifs.
Luxury Apple Watch case brand "GOLDEN CONCEPT" will open a new store on April 25, 2026, in "QUARTZ SHINSAIBASHI," a new large-scale multi-purpose facility in Shinsaibashi, Osaka. The store will offer a brand experience space featuring Apple Watch cases and iPhone cases, along with a limited-time campaign.
LAVA International will open a hybrid hot yoga and machine pilates studio in Malaysia in April 2026, accelerating its global expansion with the new 'Hot Wellness' concept.
LAVA International will open a hybrid hot yoga and machine pilates studio in Malaysia in April 2026, accelerating its global expansion with the new 'Hot Wellness' concept.
AJ Dream Create Co., Ltd. opened "Hida Beef Yakiniku Fushimiya Honten" in front of Nagoya Station today, April 28. By purchasing whole Hida cattle and processing in-house, they offer premium Hida beef at a better value than in its home region. The restaurant also actively targets international tourists.
KONA'S Co., Ltd., which operates Hawaiian Cafe & Restaurant "Kona's Coffee," is opening "PALM WAGON Sendai Station West Exit Store" on April 27, 2026, marking its first foray into the Tohoku region and third store nationwide, offering malasadas and exclusive Zunda flavors.
The entertainment izakaya 'Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba' will open its Tenjin Nishi-dori branch in Fukuoka on April 30, 2026. Famous for its gold medal-winning 'Legendary Chicken Wings,' the store will host an opening event offering draft beer for 1 yen from 5 PM to 10 PM.
Adastria's lifestyle brand 'GEORGE'S' will open a new store in ecute Omiya inside JR Omiya Station on April 23, 2026. Various opening campaigns will be held.
Watts Co., Ltd. has opened a new store, "Watts With Muikamachi Aeon Store," on the 2nd floor of Aeon Muikamachi Store in Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, on April 5, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities, miscellaneous goods, and 100-yen shop items, proposing an affordable lifestyle to local residents.
MOTHERS Inc. will open 'MORETHAN CAFÉ RESTAURANT LOUNGE' inside THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin on April 20, 2026. Introducing the concept of a 'restaurant you can stay at', it seamlessly integrates dining and hotel front desk operations.
MOTHERS Inc. will open 'MORETHAN CAFÉ RESTAURANT LOUNGE' inside THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin on April 20, 2026. Introducing the concept of a 'restaurant you can stay at', it seamlessly integrates dining and hotel front desk operations.
Winds Japan Holdings Co., Ltd. will grand open 'Kochan Ramen Kagoshima Chuo Station Store', the first store in Kagoshima Prefecture, on April 10, 2026. A special stamp card will be given to the first 3,000 customers.
Winds Japan Holdings Co., Ltd. will grand open 'Kochan Ramen Kagoshima Chuo Station Store', the first store in Kagoshima Prefecture, on April 10, 2026. A special stamp card will be given to the first 3,000 customers.
Saikyo-zuke specialty store Kyoto Ichinoden is opening a new dining location, 'Gion Hanare', in Kyoto on May 1, 2026. They will serve a premium Sablefish Saikyo-zuke set meal for 4,900 yen.
Saikyo-zuke specialty store Kyoto Ichinoden is opening a new dining location, 'Gion Hanare', in Kyoto on May 1, 2026. They will serve a premium Sablefish Saikyo-zuke set meal for 4,900 yen.
Stand K Co., Ltd. is opening 'Maruto Suisan', a restaurant offering fresh market-direct seafood grilled 'hamayaki' style, inside Hotel Emion Kyoto on April 6, 2026. It provides an urban experiential dining space.
Stand K Co., Ltd. is opening 'Maruto Suisan', a restaurant offering fresh market-direct seafood grilled 'hamayaki' style, inside Hotel Emion Kyoto on April 6, 2026. It provides an urban experiential dining space.
PreFlop Inc., a subsidiary of City Communications Inc., announced the opening of its third poker room, "PreFlop Omiya," on April 27, 2026. Located on Minami-Ginza Street near Omiya Station East Exit in Saitama, the new branch will feature three poker tables and a bar counter. This expansion marks PreFlop's first venture into Saitama Prefecture, following its Yokohama (2022) and Kawasaki (2024) locations. The article also highlights the rapid growth of the poker market in Japan, with the number of players reaching 2.4 million and 604 establishments by December 2025, driven by its perception as a "mind sport" popular among young adults and women.
PreFlop Inc., a subsidiary of City Communications Inc., announced the opening of its third poker room, "PreFlop Omiya," on April 27, 2026. Located on Minami-Ginza Street near Omiya Station East Exit in Saitama, the new branch will feature three poker tables and a bar counter. This expansion marks PreFlop's first venture into Saitama Prefecture, following its Yokohama (2022) and Kawasaki (2024) locations. The article also highlights the rapid growth of the poker market in Japan, with the number of players reaching 2.4 million and 604 establishments by December 2025, driven by its perception as a "mind sport" popular among young adults and women.
Fuen Malatang, a malatang specialty store from Oita known for its customizable bowls, is opening in Wakayama City. The chain aims to expand to 100 locations nationwide.
Fuen Malatang, a malatang specialty store from Oita known for its customizable bowls, is opening in Wakayama City. The chain aims to expand to 100 locations nationwide.
Tokyo DOGS Co., Ltd. is opening a new dog training specialist store, 'Tokyo DOGS Ota-Omori', in Chuo 4-chome, Ota-ku, Tokyo. A pre-opening ceremony will be held on June 27 and 28, 2026. Focusing on 'positive reinforcement,' the facility will offer hands-on guidance where owners and dogs can learn together.
REJUVENATE Co., Ltd. will open 'Personal Gym ReViNa Shimizu Store' in Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka City on June 1, 2026. The gym features prices less than half of those at major gyms and guidance by high-quality trainers, including meal advice for 90 meals per month.
EMILUS Inc. will open 'COCOLANCE Kashimada', a women-only personal Pilates studio, on June 30, 2026. The studio offers fully private, one-on-one machine Pilates lessons with female instructors. They are currently running a campaign offering free admission and trial lessons to the first 20 customers.
Daiso Sangyo Co., Ltd. will open its first 3-brand complex store in Iwate Prefecture on April 24, 2026, at Ezuriko Shopping Center in Kitakami City. The existing DAISO store will be expanded to approximately double its size, incorporating Standard Products and THREEPPY. The total sales area will be 326 tsubo, with DAISO occupying 190 tsubo, Standard Products 96 tsubo, and THREEPPY 40 tsubo. As of April 13, 2026, there are 36 DAISO stores, 2 Standard Products stores, and 7 THREEPPY stores in Iwate Prefecture. An opening promotion offers a Standard Products logo drawstring bag to the first 300 customers spending over 1,100 yen (tax included).
Daiso Sangyo Co., Ltd. will open its first 3-brand complex store in Iwate Prefecture on April 24, 2026, at Ezuriko Shopping Center in Kitakami City. The existing DAISO store will be expanded to approximately double its size, incorporating Standard Products and THREEPPY. The total sales area will be 326 tsubo, with DAISO occupying 190 tsubo, Standard Products 96 tsubo, and THREEPPY 40 tsubo. As of April 13, 2026, there are 36 DAISO stores, 2 Standard Products stores, and 7 THREEPPY stores in Iwate Prefecture. An opening promotion offers a Standard Products logo drawstring bag to the first 300 customers spending over 1,100 yen (tax included).
La pilates, a women-only personal pilates studio combining physical therapy and machine pilates, opened a new store in Toyonaka, Osaka on March 23, 2026. The brand has rapidly grown to 78 stores nationwide.
La pilates, a women-only personal pilates studio combining physical therapy and machine pilates, opened a new store in Toyonaka, Osaka on March 23, 2026. The brand has rapidly grown to 78 stores nationwide.
Nitori Holdings Co., Ltd. announced the opening of its 13th store in Thailand, the 'NITORI EMSPHERE store,' in Bangkok's EMSPHERE commercial facility on April 24, 2026. This will be the 1078th store for the Nitori Group globally.
Foodsnet Co., Ltd. will open the 73rd 'Nigiri Chojiro' store in Wakayama City on March 31, 2026. This new store model features a modern Japanese design, a large live fish tank, and a two-tier express lane.
Foodsnet Co., Ltd. will open the 73rd 'Nigiri Chojiro' store in Wakayama City on March 31, 2026. This new store model features a modern Japanese design, a large live fish tank, and a two-tier express lane.
Valor Group subsidiary Daien Foods will open a tuna seafood bowl restaurant 'Yokkaichi Honten Maguro Restaurant Ryoge Branch' in Gifu City on June 19, 2026, leveraging decades of tuna expertise rooted in Yokkaichi's deep-sea fishing heritage.
Belltrend Co., Ltd. will open the 22nd location of its men's eyebrow salon, "Mayu Labo," a 5-minute walk from Tachikawa Station on May 24, 2026. The new salon offers tailor-made eyebrow styling and next-generation men's eyebrow perms based on individual bone structure and muscle movement. To celebrate the opening, a special menu is offered at a 40% discount. The company is also currently seeking franchise partners.
Hotland Holdings subsidiary Always Co. launches new concept 'Oden to Yakitori Takeshi' in Chofu Tenjin-dori on June 5, 2026, featuring creative oden with ago-dashi and chicken dashi broths plus bite-sized yakitori with diverse seasonings.
Cascade SIX Co., Ltd. opened 'Fuji BANANA-dip Shizuoka Store', a new sensation banana sweets specialty shop, in Shizuoka City on March 26, 2026.
Cascade SIX Co., Ltd. opened 'Fuji BANANA-dip Shizuoka Store', a new sensation banana sweets specialty shop, in Shizuoka City on March 26, 2026.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new 100-yen shop, 'Watts Minamoa Hiroshima Store', on the B1 floor of Minamoa in Hiroshima City on April 23, 2026.
CAINZ Corporation, led by CEO Masayuki Takaie, announced the grand opening of its Kanda store in Kanda Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, on April 15, 2026. The store is located along Prefectural Road 25, connecting Kitakyushu City, Yukuhashi City, and Kanda Town, adjacent to La-mu Kanda Store, aiming to provide one-stop shopping. Kanda Town is a major coastal industrial zone in Kyushu, known for its automotive industry and logistics infrastructure. The store features original products, pet supplies, a renovation section with expert support, a garden section, and a professional-grade section for construction materials and tools, catering to the many factories in the area. It also integrates digital services like "CAINZ PickUp" with dedicated lockers, "Pocket Regi" for self-checkout, and "Quick PickUp." Additionally, CAINZ signed an agreement with Kanda Town on April 1, 2026, to cooperate in supplying daily necessities during disasters.
CAINZ Corporation, led by CEO Masayuki Takaie, announced the grand opening of its Kanda store in Kanda Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, on April 15, 2026. The store is located along Prefectural Road 25, connecting Kitakyushu City, Yukuhashi City, and Kanda Town, adjacent to La-mu Kanda Store, aiming to provide one-stop shopping. Kanda Town is a major coastal industrial zone in Kyushu, known for its automotive industry and logistics infrastructure. The store features original products, pet supplies, a renovation section with expert support, a garden section, and a professional-grade section for construction materials and tools, catering to the many factories in the area. It also integrates digital services like "CAINZ PickUp" with dedicated lockers, "Pocket Regi" for self-checkout, and "Quick PickUp." Additionally, CAINZ signed an agreement with Kanda Town on April 1, 2026, to cooperate in supplying daily necessities during disasters.
Gong cha Japan Co., Ltd. announced the opening of its new "Gong cha Lumine Shinjuku store" on April 20, 2026. The store will be located on B2 of Lumine Shinjuku Lumine 1, 1-1-5 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, directly connected to JR Shinjuku Station. It will operate as a tea stand without seating. Gong cha, a global tea cafe chain originating from Taiwan, has over 2,000 stores in approximately 30 countries and has expanded to about 200 stores in Japan since its arrival in 2015.
Gong cha Japan Co., Ltd. announced the opening of its new "Gong cha Lumine Shinjuku store" on April 20, 2026. The store will be located on B2 of Lumine Shinjuku Lumine 1, 1-1-5 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, directly connected to JR Shinjuku Station. It will operate as a tea stand without seating. Gong cha, a global tea cafe chain originating from Taiwan, has over 2,000 stores in approximately 30 countries and has expanded to about 200 stores in Japan since its arrival in 2015.
ONPA JAPAN Inc. announced the grand opening of the second "15/e organic" store in Azabu-Juban on April 21, 2026. The brand, co-produced by Taka of ONE OK ROCK, specializes in naturally grown foods and natural cosmetics/supplements, with registered dietitians providing customer service. The new Azabu-Juban store is three times larger than the first Omotesando store (opened March 3, 2024) and will introduce new product categories including pet items and natural vegetable seeds.
ONPA JAPAN Inc. announced the grand opening of the second "15/e organic" store in Azabu-Juban on April 21, 2026. The brand, co-produced by Taka of ONE OK ROCK, specializes in naturally grown foods and natural cosmetics/supplements, with registered dietitians providing customer service. The new Azabu-Juban store is three times larger than the first Omotesando store (opened March 3, 2024) and will introduce new product categories including pet items and natural vegetable seeds.
Beat Pilates, a women-only machine pilates studio featuring dark studios and music-based lessons, is opening its first Nagoya location in Fushimi on April 29, 2026. The studio claims to be Japan's first dark-style machine pilates specialty studio as of January 2026. It targets women aged 20-50, including exercise beginners, and offers various membership plans. A media and influencer trial event is scheduled for April 28, 2026.
Aunt Stella's Cookies, an American country baked goods specialty store, will open on the 1st floor of Ueno Marui (Marui Co., Ltd., Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo) on April 17, 2026 (Friday). The store will offer approximately 15 types of cookies by weight (100g for 680 JPY including tax), along with various gift sets. An opening campaign is also planned.
Aunt Stella's Cookies, an American country baked goods specialty store, will open on the 1st floor of Ueno Marui (Marui Co., Ltd., Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo) on April 17, 2026 (Friday). The store will offer approximately 15 types of cookies by weight (100g for 680 JPY including tax), along with various gift sets. An opening campaign is also planned.
Aunt Stella's Cookies, an American country baked goods specialty store, will open on the 1st floor of Ueno Marui (Marui Co., Ltd., Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo) on April 17, 2026 (Friday). The store will offer approximately 15 types of cookies by weight (100g for 680 JPY including tax), along with various gift sets. An opening campaign is also planned.
A new trunk room, 'Spalab Higashimurayama Honcho Store', will open on May 1, 2026, a 10-minute walk from Higashimurayama Station. An opening campaign with special discount rent is underway.
A new trunk room, 'Spalab Higashimurayama Honcho Store', will open on May 1, 2026, a 10-minute walk from Higashimurayama Station. An opening campaign with special discount rent is underway.
Wellness X Asia Co., Ltd. announced the grand opening of "CLUB PILATES Selva Terrace Izumi Chuo," a machine Pilates studio operated by a franchise, on April 15, 2026 (Wednesday). The studio is located at Selva Terrace 2F, 1-6-3 Izumi Chuo, Izumi-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. CLUB PILATES, established in San Diego, California in 2007, operates over 1,000 studios worldwide. The new location is conveniently located a 1-minute walk from Izumi Chuo Station and offers four levels of classes with instructor support.
Wellness X Asia Co., Ltd. announced the grand opening of "CLUB PILATES Selva Terrace Izumi Chuo," a machine Pilates studio operated by a franchise, on April 15, 2026 (Wednesday). The studio is located at Selva Terrace 2F, 1-6-3 Izumi Chuo, Izumi-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. CLUB PILATES, established in San Diego, California in 2007, operates over 1,000 studios worldwide. The new location is conveniently located a 1-minute walk from Izumi Chuo Station and offers four levels of classes with instructor support.
E-three Inc., operating the private indoor golf brand "DOOR TO GOLF," will grand open its first store in Gifu Prefecture, "DOOR TO GOLF Gifu Nishinomachi Store," on May 1, 2026. The new store repurposes a former gas station site and will be operated by Tsunoda Sekiyu Co., Ltd. as a franchise owner. It offers private, 24-hour indoor golf facilities equipped with high-precision simulation equipment, TRACKMAN iO.
Daiya Co., Ltd., celebrating its 80th anniversary, will open a new brand "D.baguette by parigot & DIA" at Daimaru Umeda Store's B1F "Cafe & Bakery" zone on April 20, 2026. This brand is a collaboration between Ryuzo Abe, owner-chef of "Boulangerie parigot," and Koji Nakanishi, manufacturing manager at Daiya. Daimaru Umeda Store is undergoing a large-scale renovation since autumn 2025, focusing on the "Cafe & Bakery" zone. The new brand will offer approximately 60 types of bread, including baguettes, bread loaves, and croissants. The website launched on April 13, 2026.
Daiya Co., Ltd., celebrating its 80th anniversary, will open a new brand "D.baguette by parigot & DIA" at Daimaru Umeda Store's B1F "Cafe & Bakery" zone on April 20, 2026. This brand is a collaboration between Ryuzo Abe, owner-chef of "Boulangerie parigot," and Koji Nakanishi, manufacturing manager at Daiya. Daimaru Umeda Store is undergoing a large-scale renovation since autumn 2025, focusing on the "Cafe & Bakery" zone. The new brand will offer approximately 60 types of bread, including baguettes, bread loaves, and croissants. The website launched on April 13, 2026.
Endless Co., Ltd.'s affordable accessory brand "LUNA EARTH," offering items from 330 yen (tax included), will open a new store at Aeon Mall Osaka Dome City in Osaka on April 17, 2026. This store is positioned as one of Japan's largest accessory shops, featuring a wide range of accessories for various ages and lifestyles, including allergy-friendly earrings. Promotional campaigns for the opening will also be held for purchasers and SNS followers/posters.
Endless Co., Ltd.'s affordable accessory brand "LUNA EARTH," offering items from 330 yen (tax included), will open a new store at Aeon Mall Osaka Dome City in Osaka on April 17, 2026. This store is positioned as one of Japan's largest accessory shops, featuring a wide range of accessories for various ages and lifestyles, including allergy-friendly earrings. Promotional campaigns for the opening will also be held for purchasers and SNS followers/posters.
Kyushu Nyugyo Co., Ltd. will open a permanent outlet in downtown Oita City on June 1, 2026, bringing its popular factory-direct milk soft serve and exclusive merchandise to the city center.
Conveyor belt sushi chain 'Sushiro' is set to open its first US store in the Times Square area of New York this fall 2026. FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES is promoting the expansion of its overseas business, and this is part of its strategy to deploy its brand power, cultivated in Japan, globally.
Daikanyama Candyapple will open its second store in Osaka Prefecture, and its first in the Sennan area, at Aeon Mall Rinku Sennan on Friday, April 17, 2026. The store is located at 1F, 3-12 Rinku Minamihama, Sennan City, Osaka 590-0535, and will operate from 10:00 to 21:00. The company's first Osaka store opened in Namba on January 12, 2024. Daikanyama Candyapple specializes in authentic candy apples, carefully selecting seasonal apples and adjusting candy coating for optimal taste.
HUGE Inc. is opening 'Shibuichi Bakery Jingu-mae' on May 20, 2026. This restaurant-origin bakery will offer approximately 60 types of bread, including popular nama donuts that sold well at events.
Sanfuku Holdings' multi-fitness & lifestyle brand "P・SPO" will grand open its 3rd store in Aichi Prefecture, "P・SPO Handasumiyoshi," on April 29, 2026. This complex facility allows members to use fitness, self-esthetic, cafe, and study room services under one membership, embodying the concept of "enriching daily life."
J-Plus International Co., Ltd. will open "SNOW BUNKER TOKYO," a luxury select shop offering golf and ski wear, at Toranomon Hills on March 11, 2026. This store proposes a new lifestyle connecting urban and resort living, featuring carefully selected high-performance and fashionable brands from around the world.
Ootoya will open a new 'Ootoya Gohan Dokoro Aeon Mall Yamatokoriyama Store' on April 24, 2026, in Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture. The bright store, filled with natural light, will offer nutritionally balanced set meals and popular dishes, providing a 'body-friendly' dining experience to local residents.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new store, "Watts Keihan Kuzuha Store," in Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture, on May 1, 2026. The store offers a wide range of products from daily necessities to miscellaneous goods, as part of the company's aggressive expansion strategy, which has reached 1,911 stores nationwide.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new store, "Watts With Inage Konakadai Wakuwaku Hiroba Store," in Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, on May 1, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities and general goods, all priced at 110 yen, and the company is expanding its store network nationwide.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened its new "Watts Nagasaki Heiwamachi Store" in Heiwamachi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture, on April 24, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities and miscellaneous goods, aiming to enrich the lives of local residents. The company, which operates 1,911 stores nationwide, plans further aggressive new store openings.
On April 17, 2026, "Asakusa Imagawayaki Tsuki no Usagi," a specialty store for Imagawayaki (Japanese sweet), will grand open on the 1st floor of Aeon Mall Rinku Sennan in Sennan City, Osaka. The store will feature "ultimate anko" (red bean paste) made by 70-year-old KINOAN, which was praised on the TV show "Matsuko no Shiranai Sekai." Key ingredients include premium Hokkaido Tokachi adzuki beans and Oni Zara Sugar, a three-time Monde Selection gold award winner. The Imagawayaki also uses an egg-free dough, with prices starting from 230 yen per piece. The menu includes classic red bean paste, custard, seasonal cherry blossom red bean paste, and a planned curry flavor.
On April 17, 2026, "Asakusa Imagawayaki Tsuki no Usagi," a specialty store for Imagawayaki (Japanese sweet), will grand open on the 1st floor of Aeon Mall Rinku Sennan in Sennan City, Osaka. The store will feature "ultimate anko" (red bean paste) made by 70-year-old KINOAN, which was praised on the TV show "Matsuko no Shiranai Sekai." Key ingredients include premium Hokkaido Tokachi adzuki beans and Oni Zara Sugar, a three-time Monde Selection gold award winner. The Imagawayaki also uses an egg-free dough, with prices starting from 230 yen per piece. The menu includes classic red bean paste, custard, seasonal cherry blossom red bean paste, and a planned curry flavor.
On April 17, 2026, "Asakusa Imagawayaki Tsuki no Usagi," a specialty store for Imagawayaki (Japanese sweet), will grand open on the 1st floor of Aeon Mall Rinku Sennan in Sennan City, Osaka. The store will feature "ultimate anko" (red bean paste) made by 70-year-old KINOAN, which was praised on the TV show "Matsuko no Shiranai Sekai." Key ingredients include premium Hokkaido Tokachi adzuki beans and Oni Zara Sugar, a three-time Monde Selection gold award winner. The Imagawayaki also uses an egg-free dough, with prices starting from 230 yen per piece. The menu includes classic red bean paste, custard, seasonal cherry blossom red bean paste, and a planned curry flavor.
Sneaker select shop "atmos" will open its first store in the Tohoku region, "atmos Sendai PARCO," on May 29, 2026. The store's interior is designed to reflect Sendai's "City of Trees" concept, and will feature limited collaboration T-shirts, an archive exhibition, and an opening event.
One Stop Business Center, a nationwide virtual office provider, opened its Hachioji branch on May 13, 2026. This new location aims to support entrepreneurs, freelancers, and companies seeking multi-location expansion in the Tama area, leveraging Hachioji's high convenience for business activities.
Community-based high-value buying store "KaitoRe+Ly" opened a new store on March 20, 2025, in the ELM shopping center in Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture. Expanding from its Kanto-centric operations to the Tohoku region, it has been featured on local TV and is becoming a hot topic.
HUGE Inc. is opening 'Shibuichi Bakery Jingu-mae' on May 20, 2026. This restaurant-origin bakery will offer approximately 60 types of bread, including popular nama donuts that sold well at events.
Conveyor belt sushi chain 'Sushiro' is set to open its first US store in the Times Square area of New York this fall 2026. FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES is promoting the expansion of its overseas business, and this is part of its strategy to deploy its brand power, cultivated in Japan, globally.
Meiwa Real Estate Co., Ltd., a franchisee of APAMAN Co., Ltd., has newly opened "Apaman Shop Kagoshima University Mae (Corporate Housing Specialist Store)" specializing in corporate housing arrangements for corporations on May 1, 2026. This store aims to meet the relocation needs around Kagoshima University and reduce the burden on corporate HR and general affairs personnel.
Ebisu Sushi Gyoten, which achieved 2 million yen on its first day on Makuake, will open on May 1, 2026, located a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station. It offers Edomae OMAKASE sushi courses and SAKE pairing, and is currently recruiting Makuake members.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new store, "Watts With Inage Konakadai Wakuwaku Hiroba Store," in Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, on May 1, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities and general goods, all priced at 110 yen, and the company is expanding its store network nationwide.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new store, "Watts Keihan Kuzuha Store," in Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture, on May 1, 2026. The store offers a wide range of products from daily necessities to miscellaneous goods, as part of the company's aggressive expansion strategy, which has reached 1,911 stores nationwide.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new store, "Watts With Inage Konakadai Wakuwaku Hiroba Store," in Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, on May 1, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities and general goods, all priced at 110 yen, and the company is expanding its store network nationwide.
Gong cha Japan will open "Gong cha Atre Toride Store" on Thursday, May 7, 2026. This marks the first store opening in Toride City, continuing the global tea cafe's business expansion.
Gong cha Japan will open "Gong cha Atre Toride Store" on Thursday, May 7, 2026. This marks the first store opening in Toride City, continuing the global tea cafe's business expansion.
Gong cha Japan will open "Gong cha Atre Toride Store" on Thursday, May 7, 2026. This marks the first store opening in Toride City, continuing the global tea cafe's business expansion.
AJ Dream Create Co., Ltd. opened "Hida Beef Yakiniku Fushimiya Honten" in front of Nagoya Station today, April 28. By purchasing whole Hida cattle and processing in-house, they offer premium Hida beef at a better value than in its home region. The restaurant also actively targets international tourists.
Sanfuku Holdings' multi-fitness & lifestyle brand "P・SPO" will grand open its 3rd store in Aichi Prefecture, "P・SPO Handasumiyoshi," on April 29, 2026. This complex facility allows members to use fitness, self-esthetic, cafe, and study room services under one membership, embodying the concept of "enriching daily life."
Personal Gym Aria, popular in Higashiosaka with a waiting list, will open its second branch in Aramoto, a 5-minute walk from Aramoto Station, on May 11, 2026. It offers one-on-one coaching by award-winning trainers through a complete reservation system, ensuring easy booking and also features a baby circle.
The entertainment izakaya 'Izakaya Kakumei Yotteba' will open its Tenjin Nishi-dori branch in Fukuoka on April 30, 2026. Famous for its gold medal-winning 'Legendary Chicken Wings,' the store will host an opening event offering draft beer for 1 yen from 5 PM to 10 PM.
Ootoya will open a new 'Ootoya Gohan Dokoro Aeon Mall Yamatokoriyama Store' on April 24, 2026, in Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture. The bright store, filled with natural light, will offer nutritionally balanced set meals and popular dishes, providing a 'body-friendly' dining experience to local residents.
Culture Convenience Club (CCC) and Mitsui Fudosan have jointly opened "SHARE LOUNGE Workstyling Yaesu South Exit" in Grand Age, a commercial facility directly connected to Tokyo Station, on April 24, 2026. This strengthens the collaboration between their shared office and lounge businesses, providing a comfortable workspace for remote workers and small businesses.
Culture Convenience Club (CCC) and Mitsui Fudosan have jointly opened "SHARE LOUNGE Workstyling Yaesu South Exit" in Grand Age, a commercial facility directly connected to Tokyo Station, on April 24, 2026. This strengthens the collaboration between their shared office and lounge businesses, providing a comfortable workspace for remote workers and small businesses.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened its new "Watts Nagasaki Heiwamachi Store" in Heiwamachi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture, on April 24, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities and miscellaneous goods, aiming to enrich the lives of local residents. The company, which operates 1,911 stores nationwide, plans further aggressive new store openings.
Watts Co., Ltd. opened a new 100-yen shop, 'Watts Minamoa Hiroshima Store', on the B1 floor of Minamoa in Hiroshima City on April 23, 2026.
Miraiya Shoten Co., Ltd., a bookstore specializing in the leading Japanese retail group AEON, is opening "ComiLab.", an official anime and game merchandise store, at AEON Mall KAGOSHIMA BAY on April 24th (Fri). This marks its first appearance in Kagoshima, offering 1200 types of goods including popular titles like "Genshin Impact" and "Zenless Zone Zero."
Miraiya Shoten Co., Ltd., a bookstore specializing in the leading Japanese retail group AEON, is opening "ComiLab.", an official anime and game merchandise store, at AEON Mall KAGOSHIMA BAY on April 24th (Fri). This marks its first appearance in Kagoshima, offering 1200 types of goods including popular titles like "Genshin Impact" and "Zenless Zone Zero."
Adastria's lifestyle brand 'GEORGE'S' will open a new store in ecute Omiya inside JR Omiya Station on April 23, 2026. Various opening campaigns will be held.
Winds Japan Holdings Co., Ltd. will grand open 'Kochan Ramen Kagoshima Chuo Station Store', the first store in Kagoshima Prefecture, on April 10, 2026. A special stamp card will be given to the first 3,000 customers.
Saikyo-zuke specialty store Kyoto Ichinoden is opening a new dining location, 'Gion Hanare', in Kyoto on May 1, 2026. They will serve a premium Sablefish Saikyo-zuke set meal for 4,900 yen.
Watts Co., Ltd. has opened a new store, "Watts With Muikamachi Aeon Store," on the 2nd floor of Aeon Muikamachi Store in Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, on April 5, 2026. The store offers a wide range of daily necessities, miscellaneous goods, and 100-yen shop items, proposing an affordable lifestyle to local residents.
J-Plus International Co., Ltd. will open "SNOW BUNKER TOKYO," a luxury select shop offering golf and ski wear, at Toranomon Hills on March 11, 2026. This store proposes a new lifestyle connecting urban and resort living, featuring carefully selected high-performance and fashionable brands from around the world.
Culture Experience Inc. is launching its first "TSUTAYA Conditioning COLOR" hair color specialty salon within Urawa Tsutaya Books as a new expansion of its lifestyle gym "TSUTAYA Conditioning." The salon will also feature the "Shampoo Shop," offering a new hair care routine that combines professional treatments with home care.
Riat! Nagano Tokyu Department Store will open on June 13, 2026, offering services to solve everyday problems for local residents, including shoe and bag repair, key duplication, and umbrella repair.
Yuzuan, operated by Monogatari Corporation, will grand open its 116th store nationwide, 'Sushi & Shabu-shabu Yuzuan Nango-dori Store' in Sapporo, Hokkaido, on June 25, 2026. To commemorate this, a special web coupon for the Nango-dori store, valid until September 30, 2026, will be distributed.
Dream Foods Co., Ltd. will open its "Omi Champon Tei" restaurant, originating from Shiga Prefecture, in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture on June 11, 2026. To commemorate the opening, they will offer Champon (regular size) at a special price of 550 yen during the pre-opening period and distribute a stamp card with benefits.
Pietro Co., Ltd. will open the "Pietro Ion Mall Shijonawate Store" in Shijonawate City, Osaka Prefecture on June 19, 2026. The store will offer chef-curated original pasta and the popular "Okawari Salad" service. Customers can enjoy a variety of salads with several dressings, including the signature "Pietro Dressing Japanese Soy Sauce." Additionally, as part of an Osaka-limited campaign, a special "Nasu Kara" using "Osaka-grown Nasu" will be offered for a limited time and quantity, promoting local ingredients.