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Kinokuniya Opens First Outlet Store at Lake Town Outlet

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Published Apr 15, 2026 8:26 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:09 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Kinokuniya Co., Ltd.
opened its first-ever outlet format store at Lake Town Outlet in Koshigaya, Saitama, on April 15, 2026.
The store offers private brand products at affordable prices while addressing food loss reduction.

Kinokuniya Co., Ltd. opened its first-ever outlet format store at Lake Town Outlet in Koshigaya, Saitama, on April 15, 2026. The store offers private brand products at affordable prices while addressing food loss reduction.

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Published: Apr 15, 2026

Kinokuniya Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku, Tokyo; President: Katsumi Tomita) opened its first outlet format store, 'Lake Town Outlet Store,' in Lake Town Outlet, Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture, on April 15, 2026. Maintaining Kinokuniya's quality, the store provides products at more accessible prices, focusing on private brand items like sweets, processed foods, and eco-bags. Special limited-edition 'Sweets Bags' and 'Baked Goods Sets' in mini bags or pouches are available as exclusive outlet items to enhance daily dining experiences.

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