Cole Haan Opens New Store at Midland Square in Nagoya

On Saturday, June 27, Cole Haan, the American lifestyle and accessories brand, will open a new luxury store at Midland Square, a premier shopping destination in Nagoya.

This opening marks a significant milestone for Cole Haan's operations in Japan, which is the brand's largest market outside of North America. Midland Square forms a dynamic community of professionals, trendsetters, and global travelers with a keen sense of style. Cole Haan's entry strengthens its commitment to this influential customer base and elevates the premium retail experience in Nagoya. This opening follows the launch of the Grand Green Osaka store, timed with the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, demonstrating the brand's enduring dedication to its royal customers in Japan over its 31-year history.

Designed with Cole Haan's latest retail concept, the 158.6-square-meter store creates a warm yet high-design space with brass facade frames, central fixtures highlighting key seasonal items, oak flooring, and blue and green tonal furniture. The layout, composed of three salons, creates a unique customer journey that leads from quality everyday sneakers to a dedicated collection for golf and tennis, and finally to the central salon featuring heritage dress and hybrid styles. Located on the 3rd floor, the new store sits among other premium brands, further enhancing the shopping experience.

"We are proud to open in one of the most dynamic retail destinations in Nagoya," said Adrian Santos, Senior Vice President of Cole Haan International. "This opening is part of our ongoing commitment to the Japanese market and demonstrates our dedication to delivering world-class design, comfort innovation, and premium shopping experiences to our customers in Japan and Nagoya. We look forward to welcoming customers to this sophisticated new space and continuing to expand our presence in the region."

"The new store opening at Midland Square is an important step in the continued growth of Cole Haan Japan and adds one of Nagoya's most prestigious retail destinations to our expanding portfolio," said Ryan Hart, Vice President of Cole Haan Asia Pacific and General Manager of Cole Haan Japan. "Strengthening our presence in Nagoya embodies our ambition to further develop our boutique store format in major cities across Japan. We look forward to connecting more deeply with our customers in places that express their daily lives, work, and personal success."

In the sneaker salon, the lineup features new colors of the popular men's "ZeroGrand Remastered Stitchlite Wingtip" for its cushioning and breathability, as well as new colors for the men's "6.ZeroGrand Laser Quick-On Oxford," the latest model for Spring 2026 that allows for hands-free wear. A wide variety of the brand's signature loafers is also available.

New women's arrivals include the "GrandPro Travina Sneaker," a hybrid model that fuses driving shoe silhouettes with sneaker elements. It features a highly cushioned EVA insole and a full-rubber unit sole incorporating a pod structure typical of driving shoes, providing excellent grip and flexibility. The "GrandPro Travina Mary Jane Ballet" style, combining femininity with strong fashion appeal, is also in the lineup.

In the golf salon, the brand offers a wide range of men's and women's golf shoes, including limited items in collaboration with United Arrows, such as the men's "OriginalGrand Postman Golf WP" and the women's "GrandPro AM Kiltie Golf Sneaker." Furthermore, the "GrandPro Tennis 2.0" is available in various colors for both men and women. It is equipped with FeatherFeel™ foam, which reinterprets the 10-year-old original to provide a softer and lighter wearing experience.

Finally, the handbag collection is more extensive than ever, including a nylon collection with an ideal size for practicality and lightness, which is being released in Japan ahead of other markets.