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PR & Press Picks: "Shops to Watch at Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs!"
Explore Fashion & Lifestyle Shops
Shibuya Hikarie opened on April 26th, just before Golden Week. The shopping zone, "ShinQs," spans eight floors from B3 to 5F, featuring approximately 200 specialty stores and shops offering food, beauty, fashion, and more. The entire space is conceived as a single "maison," with each two-floor section designed as a maisonette space under one of four themes. Here's a selection of noteworthy shops from the fashion and lifestyle floors on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th levels!
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
3F: For Women Who Embrace Work with Positivity, Valuing Intellect and Sensitivity
3F | UNITED ARROWS Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs Store
"At UNITED ARROWS Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs Store, we focus on 'richness and quality,' offering fashion goods primarily as casual items for adults. To commemorate our opening, we will feature exclusive items from popular brands like LUDLOW, Pippi, FLICKA, and WJKW, as well as original UNITED ARROWS limited-edition items," says MUTSUMI ISHIZUKA, PR for UNITED ARROWS.
Left: LUDLOW ribbon basket bag, ¥28,350. Right: Pippi jeweled flat shoes, ¥31,500.
"At UNITED ARROWS Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs Store, we focus on 'richness and quality,' offering fashion goods primarily as casual items for adults. To commemorate our opening, we will feature exclusive items from popular brands like LUDLOW, Pippi, FLICKA, and WJKW, as well as original UNITED ARROWS limited-edition items," says MUTSUMI ISHIZUKA, PR for UNITED ARROWS.
Left: LUDLOW ribbon basket bag, ¥28,350. Right: Pippi jeweled flat shoes, ¥31,500.
3F | Theory
"Theory, a brand originating from NY, proposes evolving basics that fit the lifestyle of contemporary women. Our items made with stretch fabric offer a comfortable fit and a beautiful silhouette, with a lineup of trendy pieces suitable for various occasions."
"The shop-exclusive floral print dress offers a feminine yet sexy impression, perfect for summer occasions," says KUNIKO NEMOTO, PR for Theory.
"Theory, a brand originating from NY, proposes evolving basics that fit the lifestyle of contemporary women. Our items made with stretch fabric offer a comfortable fit and a beautiful silhouette, with a lineup of trendy pieces suitable for various occasions."
"The shop-exclusive floral print dress offers a feminine yet sexy impression, perfect for summer occasions," says KUNIKO NEMOTO, PR for Theory.
3F | Paul Smith
"The Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store boasts the widest selection of fashion accessories, including shoes and bags, among all Paul Smith women's stores nationwide. We also offer exclusive items only available at this location, so please visit us!" says ASAMI SAKAMOTO, Women's Press at Paul Smith.
From left: Graphic print T-shirt (Paul by Paul Smith), ¥12,600; Floral print dress (Paul Smith BLACK), ¥34,650; Mini towels, ¥2,205 each; Pass case, ¥4,725; Heart mirror, ¥4,725 each (Paul by Paul Smith).
"The Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store boasts the widest selection of fashion accessories, including shoes and bags, among all Paul Smith women's stores nationwide. We also offer exclusive items only available at this location, so please visit us!" says ASAMI SAKAMOTO, Women's Press at Paul Smith.
From left: Graphic print T-shirt (Paul by Paul Smith), ¥12,600; Floral print dress (Paul Smith BLACK), ¥34,650; Mini towels, ¥2,205 each; Pass case, ¥4,725; Heart mirror, ¥4,725 each (Paul by Paul Smith).
3F | IENA
"We envision a woman living in Paris, balancing work and private life, and skillfully managing her personal time. Our collection is based on essential colors like white and navy, accented with trendy hues. We create and curate items that subtly incorporate trends into basic pieces. We propose a sophisticated style, rooted in French chic with delicate, transparent, and refined touches, suitable for working women from their professional lives to their after-hours."
Right: Heart dot print dress (limited edition), ¥18,900.
"We envision a woman living in Paris, balancing work and private life, and skillfully managing her personal time. Our collection is based on essential colors like white and navy, accented with trendy hues. We create and curate items that subtly incorporate trends into basic pieces. We propose a sophisticated style, rooted in French chic with delicate, transparent, and refined touches, suitable for working women from their professional lives to their after-hours."
Right: Heart dot print dress (limited edition), ¥18,900.
3F | HIROB
"This shop primarily features antique watches that exude timeless, elegant, and classic brilliance, alongside our original watches, 'Sur Mesure,' which emphasize design and functionality. We offer rare items of high quality for those with a keen interest in lifestyle and fashion."
From left: CITIZEN "kii" and HIROB collaboration models (limited edition, gold/pink), ¥29,400 each; HIROB original line "SurMesure" cocktail type (limited edition, gold/pink), ¥22,050 each; "SurMesure" antique-style (limited edition, pink), ¥23,100.
"This shop primarily features antique watches that exude timeless, elegant, and classic brilliance, alongside our original watches, 'Sur Mesure,' which emphasize design and functionality. We offer rare items of high quality for those with a keen interest in lifestyle and fashion."
From left: CITIZEN "kii" and HIROB collaboration models (limited edition, gold/pink), ¥29,400 each; HIROB original line "SurMesure" cocktail type (limited edition, gold/pink), ¥22,050 each; "SurMesure" antique-style (limited edition, pink), ¥23,100.
4F: For Women Who Value Connections and Self-Improvement During Their Downtime
4F | Margaret Howell Shibuya Hikarie Store
"Within our latest shop design, which incorporates furniture common to our stores in the UK and Paris, we offer women's wear and home products, allowing you to fully experience the world of Margaret Howell."
"The spacious fitting area is designed to allow women to enjoy shopping at a leisurely pace, aligning with ShinQs' concept. This is a key feature of our store," says TAKAKO YAMAUCHI, Women's PR.
Left: Shirt, ¥29,400. Right: Dress, ¥54,600.
"Within our latest shop design, which incorporates furniture common to our stores in the UK and Paris, we offer women's wear and home products, allowing you to fully experience the world of Margaret Howell."
"The spacious fitting area is designed to allow women to enjoy shopping at a leisurely pace, aligning with ShinQs' concept. This is a key feature of our store," says TAKAKO YAMAUCHI, Women's PR.
Left: Shirt, ¥29,400. Right: Dress, ¥54,600.
4F | BEAMS LIGHTS
"BEAMS LIGHTS, our original label, opens its first standalone store in Shibuya and Odaiba. We view all aspects of life – weekend trips, business travel, and casual strolls – as 'journeys,' and offer men's and women's daily wear and accessories with a focus on playfulness and comfort. Our collection features sophisticated styles that emphasize design, functionality, and materials, allowing you to fully enjoy diverse items that enhance encounters with people and places."
BEAMS LIGHTS MOVIE (YouTube)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3t3VtYNbJo
"BEAMS LIGHTS, our original label, opens its first standalone store in Shibuya and Odaiba. We view all aspects of life – weekend trips, business travel, and casual strolls – as 'journeys,' and offer men's and women's daily wear and accessories with a focus on playfulness and comfort. Our collection features sophisticated styles that emphasize design, functionality, and materials, allowing you to fully enjoy diverse items that enhance encounters with people and places."
BEAMS LIGHTS MOVIE (YouTube)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3t3VtYNbJo
4F | Spick & Span
"For adult women who value their personal style and possess diverse visions, we offer sophisticated and feminine wardrobes for career settings, alongside items that make private moments more meaningful and enjoyable, all inspired by Parisian taste. Our collection combines original and imported items that prioritize comfort and a sense of ease."
Top left: "Switch" border blouson (limited edition), ¥21,000. Bottom left: "amante" mesh sandals, ¥27,300.
"For adult women who value their personal style and possess diverse visions, we offer sophisticated and feminine wardrobes for career settings, alongside items that make private moments more meaningful and enjoyable, all inspired by Parisian taste. Our collection combines original and imported items that prioritize comfort and a sense of ease."
Top left: "Switch" border blouson (limited edition), ¥21,000. Bottom left: "amante" mesh sandals, ¥27,300.
4F | URBAN RESEARCH
"This is the first women's-only composite store for URBAN RESEARCH and ROSSO, targeting urban working women. Based on sophisticated office styles, we offer a variety of items that enrich daily life, including miscellaneous goods, accessories, and cosmetics, to enhance women's lifestyles. Our lineup includes collaborations like 'Shapre by URBAN RESEARCH' with popular illustrator Shapre."
Left: "Cotidien par Raspail" Liberty print dress, ¥23,100. Right: "L'couture URBAN RESEARCH" 2-way drape dress, ¥29,400.
"This is the first women's-only composite store for URBAN RESEARCH and ROSSO, targeting urban working women. Based on sophisticated office styles, we offer a variety of items that enrich daily life, including miscellaneous goods, accessories, and cosmetics, to enhance women's lifestyles. Our lineup includes collaborations like 'Shapre by URBAN RESEARCH' with popular illustrator Shapre."
Left: "Cotidien par Raspail" Liberty print dress, ¥23,100. Right: "L'couture URBAN RESEARCH" 2-way drape dress, ¥29,400.
4F | qualite scape
"Qualite' means 'high quality, superior quality, essence' in French. The brand name embodies the desire to 'enhance one's quality' and 'express one's true self.' We propose cool styles that are sophisticated yet edgy, with a touch of sweetness that adds to femininity, while maintaining an underlying coolness," says CHIHIRO FUKUMOTO, PR for ABA HOUSE INTERNATIONAL.
Left: ¥16,800. Right: ¥16,800.
"Qualite' means 'high quality, superior quality, essence' in French. The brand name embodies the desire to 'enhance one's quality' and 'express one's true self.' We propose cool styles that are sophisticated yet edgy, with a touch of sweetness that adds to femininity, while maintaining an underlying coolness," says CHIHIRO FUKUMOTO, PR for ABA HOUSE INTERNATIONAL.
Left: ¥16,800. Right: ¥16,800.
4F | Manhattan Portage
"Our store interior is designed to evoke a New York warehouse district, with a calm atmosphere featuring brick walls. We offer a wide selection of trendy items with a marine theme, as well as rare items exclusive to our directly managed stores. We invite you to visit us," says YUKI MOCHIZUKI, ShinQs Store Manager.
Left: The classic "MP1603" embroidered with an anchor motif. The red and white anchor motif is exclusive to directly managed stores. Anchor Embroidery, ¥7,350. Right: Red is exclusive to directly managed stores. Duck Fabric Tote Bag (MP1307DUCK), ¥11,970.
"Our store interior is designed to evoke a New York warehouse district, with a calm atmosphere featuring brick walls. We offer a wide selection of trendy items with a marine theme, as well as rare items exclusive to our directly managed stores. We invite you to visit us," says YUKI MOCHIZUKI, ShinQs Store Manager.
Left: The classic "MP1603" embroidered with an anchor motif. The red and white anchor motif is exclusive to directly managed stores. Anchor Embroidery, ¥7,350. Right: Red is exclusive to directly managed stores. Duck Fabric Tote Bag (MP1307DUCK), ¥11,970.
4F | Travel Shop Gate
"Travel Shop Gate is a select shop offering travel goods carefully chosen by travel specialists. The interior theme is 'A place to dream of journeys.' A large counter, reminiscent of an airport, encourages customers to browse and select items while moving around. We offer a wide range of essential items for both short and long trips, including travel bags like suitcases, packing organizers, comfortable travel pillows and slippers, and stationery," says AYANO KURITA, PR Representative.
Left: BRANIFF Bathroom Organizer, ¥2,625. Top right: BRANIFF series. Bottom right: Punto & Linea BLACK LABEL Shoe Care Set "milesto," ¥6,090.
"Travel Shop Gate is a select shop offering travel goods carefully chosen by travel specialists. The interior theme is 'A place to dream of journeys.' A large counter, reminiscent of an airport, encourages customers to browse and select items while moving around. We offer a wide range of essential items for both short and long trips, including travel bags like suitcases, packing organizers, comfortable travel pillows and slippers, and stationery," says AYANO KURITA, PR Representative.
Left: BRANIFF Bathroom Organizer, ¥2,625. Top right: BRANIFF series. Bottom right: Punto & Linea BLACK LABEL Shoe Care Set "milesto," ¥6,090.
4F | Idea Seventh Sense
"Idea Seventh Sense is an interior gift shop offering a wide selection of items, from interior goods and designer appliances to organic cosmetics. Our store's interior theme is 'A treasure box for adults.' The space is a balanced mix of materials like brick and wood. Colorful goods are displayed behind glass, creating an exciting atmosphere that invites you to peek inside like opening a treasure box. Receive a limited-edition original measuring tape with purchases over ¥3,150," says MARIE TAKEMOTO, PR Representative.
"Idea Seventh Sense is an interior gift shop offering a wide selection of items, from interior goods and designer appliances to organic cosmetics. Our store's interior theme is 'A treasure box for adults.' The space is a balanced mix of materials like brick and wood. Colorful goods are displayed behind glass, creating an exciting atmosphere that invites you to peek inside like opening a treasure box. Receive a limited-edition original measuring tape with purchases over ¥3,150," says MARIE TAKEMOTO, PR Representative.
4F | CLASKA Gallery & Shop "DO"
"CLASKA Gallery & Shop "DO" is located within the design hotel CLASKA on Meguro Dori. The Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store is our fifth location. In addition to popular tableware and lifestyle goods from "DO," we offer a rich selection of clothing, fashion accessories, cosmetics, and gift items, particularly for women. We also have many items exclusive to the Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store. We recommend visiting our Shibuya Parco store (Shibuya Parco Part 1 B1F) as well, as its selection differs," says MARI HAYAMI, PR.
"CLASKA Gallery & Shop "DO" is located within the design hotel CLASKA on Meguro Dori. The Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store is our fifth location. In addition to popular tableware and lifestyle goods from "DO," we offer a rich selection of clothing, fashion accessories, cosmetics, and gift items, particularly for women. We also have many items exclusive to the Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store. We recommend visiting our Shibuya Parco store (Shibuya Parco Part 1 B1F) as well, as its selection differs," says MARI HAYAMI, PR.
5F: "My Room Select." For Women Who Cherish Their Personal Time and Space
5F | Everyday by collex
"We offer items with heartwarming Scandinavian designs loved by many across generations, as well as tableware and lifestyle goods whose quality becomes apparent with use, creating items that bring joy to everyday life. At the ShinQs store, we regularly receive vintage tableware from the 1970s and 80s by brands like iittala, Nuutajärvi, ARABIA, and FINEL," says CHIHIRO FUKUMOTO, PR for ABA HOUSE INTERNATIONAL.
Left: Anti Nurmesniemi coffee pots, ¥39,900 each. Right: iittala Flora series dessert bowls, ¥5,565; glasses, ¥5,250; Nuutajärvi Fauna series bottles, ¥16,800 each.
"We offer items with heartwarming Scandinavian designs loved by many across generations, as well as tableware and lifestyle goods whose quality becomes apparent with use, creating items that bring joy to everyday life. At the ShinQs store, we regularly receive vintage tableware from the 1970s and 80s by brands like iittala, Nuutajärvi, ARABIA, and FINEL," says CHIHIRO FUKUMOTO, PR for ABA HOUSE INTERNATIONAL.
Left: Anti Nurmesniemi coffee pots, ¥39,900 each. Right: iittala Flora series dessert bowls, ¥5,565; glasses, ¥5,250; Nuutajärvi Fauna series bottles, ¥16,800 each.
5F | The Conran Shop Kitchen
"The Conran Shop Kitchen offers a variety of items to create a kitchen and dining space, including sophisticated chocolates from the Spanish brand 'PANCRACIO,' which is making its Japan debut, and teapot-shaped pendant lights that gently illuminate the room. We propose a rich lifestyle of enjoying delicious seasonal meals, sharing conversations with family and friends around the table in a comfortable setting," says MAYUKO FURUKAWA, Press Chief at The Conran Shop.
Spain's food brand "PANCRACIO CHOCOLATE," making its Japan debut, available first in The Conran Shop stores in Japan.
"The Conran Shop Kitchen offers a variety of items to create a kitchen and dining space, including sophisticated chocolates from the Spanish brand 'PANCRACIO,' which is making its Japan debut, and teapot-shaped pendant lights that gently illuminate the room. We propose a rich lifestyle of enjoying delicious seasonal meals, sharing conversations with family and friends around the table in a comfortable setting," says MAYUKO FURUKAWA, Press Chief at The Conran Shop.
Spain's food brand "PANCRACIO CHOCOLATE," making its Japan debut, available first in The Conran Shop stores in Japan.
1F: The Total Beauty Floor. Don't Miss the Beauty Accessories!
1F |acca
"At the Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store, we offer a wide variety of colors for acca's most popular resin hair clips. By combining the medium and small sizes of these clips, you can create numerous hairstyles."
"We also offer personalized hair arrangement consultations at any time, tailored to each customer. Please feel free to consult with our acca staff, the 'Hair Decoratiers,'" says MEGU UEDA, PR.
Top right: Clips (medium size), ¥5,775 each. Bottom right: Ribbon ties, ¥22,050 each.
"At the Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs store, we offer a wide variety of colors for acca's most popular resin hair clips. By combining the medium and small sizes of these clips, you can create numerous hairstyles."
"We also offer personalized hair arrangement consultations at any time, tailored to each customer. Please feel free to consult with our acca staff, the 'Hair Decoratiers,'" says MEGU UEDA, PR.
Top right: Clips (medium size), ¥5,775 each. Bottom right: Ribbon ties, ¥22,050 each.
4F | Switch Room
Introducing the Switch Room, an evolution of the restroom. Each of the six floors features a unique Switch Room with distinct designs, scents, and background music, tailored to the floor's concept.
Introducing the Switch Room, an evolution of the restroom. Each of the six floors features a unique Switch Room with distinct designs, scents, and background music, tailored to the floor's concept.
Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs(Shibuya Hikarie B3F–5F)
2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-3461-1090 (Main)
Hours: 10:00–21:00, Open daily
http://shinqs.jp
2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-3461-1090 (Main)
Hours: 10:00–21:00, Open daily
http://shinqs.jp
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