[Kintetsu Department Store Wakayama Store] First in the Prefecture! New Openings Include 'Marimekko', 'Gelato Pique', and More!
Kintetsu Department Store Wakayama Store will hold a refresh open in spring 2026, featuring the first-ever prefectural openings of popular lifestyle brands like Marimekko, Gelato Pique, and OWNDAYS to enhance local convenience and value.
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In the spring of 2026, Kintetsu Department Store Wakayama Store aims to evolve into a 'value-providing' store that offers the goods, experiences, and services needed by local customers. To achieve this, we will hold a refresh open introducing popular brands making their first appearance in Wakayama Prefecture.
In our Medium-Term Management Plan (FY2025-2028), we position our regional stores as a 'regional infrastructure function' and aim to contribute to the enhancement of regional value. With this renovation at the Wakayama Store, we are driving store development to remain an 'indispensable store' for local residents by introducing lifestyle brands that color daily life.
1. Lifestyle Enhancing 'Marimekko' and 'Gelato Pique' Open on Wednesday, April 15
1st Floor
'Marimekko' (First store in Wakayama Prefecture)
The design house 'Marimekko', loved worldwide for its original prints and use of color, opens its first store in Wakayama Prefecture. It offers items perfect for gifts as well as fashion, bags, and interior goods that joyfully color everyday life.
1st Floor
'Gelato Pique' (First store in Wakayama Prefecture)
A popular brand offering room wear with a focus on comfort under the concept of 'dessert for adults'. From a reward for yourself to a gift for someone special, we propose high-quality 'time at home'.
2. 'OWNDAYS' Balancing Functionality and Design
Open on Thursday, March 26
2nd Floor
'OWNDAYS' (Text truncated in original)
In our Medium-Term Management Plan (FY2025-2028), we position our regional stores as a 'regional infrastructure function' and aim to contribute to the enhancement of regional value. With this renovation at the Wakayama Store, we are driving store development to remain an 'indispensable store' for local residents by introducing lifestyle brands that color daily life.
1. Lifestyle Enhancing 'Marimekko' and 'Gelato Pique' Open on Wednesday, April 15
1st Floor
'Marimekko' (First store in Wakayama Prefecture)
The design house 'Marimekko', loved worldwide for its original prints and use of color, opens its first store in Wakayama Prefecture. It offers items perfect for gifts as well as fashion, bags, and interior goods that joyfully color everyday life.
1st Floor
'Gelato Pique' (First store in Wakayama Prefecture)
A popular brand offering room wear with a focus on comfort under the concept of 'dessert for adults'. From a reward for yourself to a gift for someone special, we propose high-quality 'time at home'.
2. 'OWNDAYS' Balancing Functionality and Design
Open on Thursday, March 26
2nd Floor
'OWNDAYS' (Text truncated in original)