Where is the new Gong cha store opening?

It will open on Friday, April 10, 2026, on the 2nd floor of the East Building of 'Amu Plaza Kokura' in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture.

Is there an eat-in space at the Gong cha Kokura store?

Yes, the 'Gong cha Amu Plaza Kokura' store has an eat-in space (tea cafe) with 16 seats.

What kind of shop is Gong cha?

It is a global tea cafe originating from Taiwan, with stores in about 30 countries. You can enjoy high-quality tea customized with your preferred sweetness and toppings.

First Store in Kokura, the Heart of Kitakyushu City! Gong cha Amu Plaza Kokura Store to Open on April 10th (Fri) on the 2nd Floor of Amu Plaza Kokura East Building

Published Apr 3, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:50 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Gong cha, the global tea cafe from Taiwan, will open its first store in Kokura, Kitakyushu City, at Amu Plaza Kokura on April 10, 2026. This move accelerates its expansion in the Kyushu region, advancing the brand's nationwide growth strategy.

Gong cha Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Jun Tsunoda; hereinafter "Gong cha") will open the "Gong cha Amu Plaza Kokura Store" on Friday, April 10, 2026.

*Exterior image of the "Amu Plaza Kokura Store"

The global tea cafe, Gong cha, continues to expand its number of stores without pause, even after reaching the 200-store milestone. The smooth progress of store openings is backed by the strong support from many customers for our style of casually experiencing 'carefully selected, high-quality tea,' a concept we have consistently maintained since our arrival in Japan.

Customers enjoy the unique Gong cha experience, including a drink menu that can be customized to each individual's preference, an exciting and pleasant service, and a store atmosphere that encourages lively conversation.

Gong cha will continue to create a new tea culture and deliver 'a happy moment with tea' to our customers' daily lives.

**【Store Information】**

Store Name: Gong cha Amu Plaza Kokura Store Opening Date: Friday, April 10, 2026 Address: Amu Plaza Kokura East Building 2F, 1-1-1 Asano, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu-shi, Fukuoka 802-0001 Business Hours: 10:00–20:00 Seating: 16 seats (Tea Cafe)

**About Gong cha**

"Gong cha," originating from Taiwan, is a global tea cafe with over 2,000 stores in approximately 30 countries worldwide. It landed in Japan in 2015 and has since opened about 200 stores nationwide.

We deliver 'a good time with tea' to our customers through delicious tea carefully brewed in-store from high-quality tea leaves, paying close attention to water temperature and brewing time, and through an exciting store experience.

**■Company Overview**

Company Name: Gong cha Japan Co., Ltd. Representative: Jun Tsunoda, President & CEO Headquarters Address: 6F A-PLACE Shimbashi, 4-11-1 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Date of Establishment: March 25, 2015 Business Activities: Operation of the tea cafe business (product development, direct and franchise store management) URL: https://www.gongcha.co.jp

*The contents of this release are subject to change without notice. *All images are for illustrative purposes only.

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First Store in Kokura, the Heart of Kitakyushu City! Gong cha Amu Plaza Kokura Store to Open on April 10th (Fri) on the 2nd Floor of Amu Plaza Kokura East Building

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