Alpen Kuritsu Store Reborn as "Sports Depot"! Grand Reopening on Friday, June 12th!

Alpen Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, President and Representative Director: Atsushi Mizuno), which has supported the local sports scene for many years since its opening in 1997, has undergone a complete renovation of "Alpen Kuritsu Store" and will reopen as "Sports Depot Kuritsu Store" starting Friday, June 12th. In particular, the running category will feature a dramatically differentiated lineup that overwhelms other stores, and the soccer and basketball categories, which strongly support everyone from junior high and high school club members to adult players, have been updated to highly specialized sales floors as the most prioritized categories.

Furthermore, a limited-time special sale will be held for 11 days until Monday, June 22nd.

Key Points of Renovation

1. Shoe Corner: Enhanced Popular Brands and Product Lineup
The handling of "ON" and "HOKA," leading brands in the running scene, has been significantly expanded. Product offerings have been dramatically strengthened, including the start of handling "ON" apparel. A wide range of models are available, from entry-level models for beginners to high-end models for serious runners, evolving into an innovative sales floor that will satisfy all runners. Additionally, the lineup of sneakers for everyday wear has been significantly scaled up. We deliver footwear that fits every scene, from light activities to street fashion coordination.

2. Competitive Sports: Highly Specialized Priority Categories
Soccer (to become a top-class selection in the region):
We offer a wide selection of the latest spikes from popular brands, ranging from top models to entry-level ones. We also offer an overwhelming volume of training wear. Staff with specialized knowledge strongly support players of all levels, from club members to adults, in improving their performance.
Basketball (Expanded Sales Floor and Introduction of Limited Items):
The selection of popular shoes such as "Nike Jordan" and "Asics" has been dramatically expanded. Furthermore, the sales floor has evolved to be more exciting with a large number of Sports Depot/Alpen exclusive items from "in the paint," which is very popular among club members.

3. Apparel: Latest Lineup Connecting Daily Life and Active Pursuits
Sports Apparel (Covering Major Brands):
Major brands such as "Adidas," "Nike," "New Balance," "Puma," "Under Armour," and "Oakley" are all available. They cater to a wide range of needs, from serious training to casual town use with a focus on trends.
Outdoor Apparel (Balancing Functionality and Design):
We have significantly expanded our range of outdoor brand apparel, which is also very popular as everyday wear. We offer a wide variety of items that are both "highly functional and stylish," suitable for serious activities like trekking, as well as for camping and everyday use.

■ Grand Reopening Sale Information
＜Sale Period＞
・Friday, June 12, 2026 - Monday, June 22, 2026
＜Campaign＞
・Receive 15% back in Alpen points on all in-store purchases.
*Limited to Alpen Group Members (Membership available on the same day, no annual fee)
*Some brands and products may be excluded.
＜Limited Quantity Daily Special Offers＞
・For 3 days from Friday, June 12th to Sunday, June 14th, approximately 50 types of daily special offer items, including running shoes, sneakers, sportswear, and various competitive sports equipment, will be sold at special prices.
＜Digital Flyer URL＞
https://store.alpen-group.jp/store/sportsdepo_alpen/flyer/20260612_rittou/
＜Store Information＞
Address: 5-4-17 Reisenji, Kuritsu City, Shiga Prefecture
Business Hours: 10:00-21:00
Grand Reopening Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
About Alpen Co., Ltd.
Founded: July 1972
Capital: 15.1 billion yen
Performance: Sales Revenue 268.6 billion yen, Ordinary Profit 10.4 billion yen (Fiscal Year ending June 2025)
Business Activities: Development and sales of various sporting goods, golf goods, outdoor goods, etc.; Management of golf courses, ski resorts, and fitness clubs.