Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd. Announces Opening of a New Reiwatakiya Directly-Operated Store in Toronto, Canada
Tokyo Lifestyle (Nasdaq: TKLF) has announced plans to open a new directly-operated Reiwatakiya store in Toronto, Canada in mid-May 2025. The store will be located at 237 Queen Street West, spanning 1,537 square feet in a vibrant retail district.
The new location will showcase the company's Japanese cosmetics, skincare, hair and body care, and lifestyle products. This expansion is part of Tokyo Lifestyle's strategic growth in North America, particularly targeting Canada's younger, trend-conscious consumers.
Principal Executive Officer Mei Kanayama emphasized the company's methodical approach to regional expansion, citing Canada's strong consumption potential and dynamic retail environment as key factors in their growth strategy.
Tokyo Lifestyle (Nasdaq: TKLF) ha annunciato l'apertura di un nuovo negozio Reiwatakiya a gestione diretta a Toronto, Canada, prevista per metà maggio 2025. Il punto vendita si troverà al 237 di Queen Street West, con una superficie di 1.537 piedi quadrati in un vivace quartiere commerciale.
La nuova sede presenterà i prodotti dell'azienda giapponese di cosmetici, cura della pelle, capelli e corpo, oltre a prodotti lifestyle. Questa espansione fa parte della strategia di crescita di Tokyo Lifestyle in Nord America, con un focus particolare sui consumatori canadesi più giovani e attenti alle tendenze.
La Direttrice Esecutiva Mei Kanayama ha sottolineato l'approccio accurato dell'azienda all'espansione regionale, evidenziando il forte potenziale di consumo del Canada e il dinamico ambiente retail come fattori chiave della loro strategia di crescita.
Tokyo Lifestyle (Nasdaq: TKLF) ha anunciado sus planes para abrir una nueva tienda Reiwatakiya de gestión directa en Toronto, Canadá, a mediados de mayo de 2025. La tienda estará ubicada en el 237 de Queen Street West, con una superficie de 1,537 pies cuadrados en un distrito comercial vibrante.
La nueva ubicación exhibirá los productos japoneses de cosméticos, cuidado de la piel, cabello y cuerpo, así como productos de estilo de vida de la compañía. Esta expansión forma parte del crecimiento estratégico de Tokyo Lifestyle en Norteamérica, enfocándose especialmente en los consumidores jóvenes y conscientes de las tendencias en Canadá.
La Directora Ejecutiva Mei Kanayama destacó el enfoque metódico de la empresa para la expansión regional, señalando el fuerte potencial de consumo de Canadá y su dinámico entorno comercial como factores clave en su estrategia de crecimiento.
Tokyo Lifestyle (나스닥: TKLF)는 2025년 5월 중순 캐나다 토론토에 직영 Reiwatakiya 매장을 새로 오픈할 계획을 발표했습니다. 매장은 퀸 스트리트 웨스트 237번지에 위치하며, 활기찬 상업 지구 내 1,537평방피트 규모입니다.
새 매장에서는 일본 화장품, 스킨케어, 헤어 및 바디 케어, 라이프스타일 제품을 선보일 예정입니다. 이번 확장은 특히 캐나다의 젊고 트렌드에 민감한 소비자층을 겨냥한 도쿄 라이프스타일의 북미 전략적 성장의 일환입니다.
최고경영자 메이 카나야마는 캐나다의 강력한 소비 잠재력과 역동적인 소매 환경을 성장 전략의 핵심 요소로 꼽으며, 지역 확장에 있어 체계적인 접근 방식을 강조했습니다.
Tokyo Lifestyle (Nasdaq : TKLF) a annoncé son projet d’ouvrir un nouveau magasin Reiwatakiya en gestion directe à Toronto, Canada, à la mi-mai 2025. Le magasin sera situé au 237 Queen Street West, avec une superficie de 1 537 pieds carrés dans un quartier commerçant dynamique.
Ce nouvel emplacement mettra en avant les produits japonais de cosmétique, soins de la peau, soins capillaires et corporels, ainsi que les articles lifestyle de l’entreprise. Cette expansion s’inscrit dans la stratégie de croissance de Tokyo Lifestyle en Amérique du Nord, visant particulièrement les consommateurs canadiens jeunes et sensibles aux tendances.
La Directrice Générale Mei Kanayama a souligné l’approche méthodique de l’entreprise pour son expansion régionale, citant le fort potentiel de consommation du Canada et son environnement commercial dynamique comme des facteurs clés de leur stratégie de croissance.
Tokyo Lifestyle (Nasdaq: TKLF) hat Pläne angekündigt, im Mai 2025 ein neues direkt betriebenes Reiwatakiya-Geschäft in Toronto, Kanada, zu eröffnen. Das Geschäft wird sich in der Queen Street West 237 befinden und eine Fläche von 1.537 Quadratfuß in einem lebhaften Einkaufsviertel umfassen.
Der neue Standort wird die japanischen Kosmetik-, Hautpflege-, Haar- und Körperpflegeprodukte sowie Lifestyle-Artikel des Unternehmens präsentieren. Diese Expansion ist Teil der strategischen Wachstumspläne von Tokyo Lifestyle in Nordamerika, mit besonderem Fokus auf die jüngeren, trendbewussten Verbraucher Kanadas.
Die Geschäftsführerin Mei Kanayama betonte den methodischen Ansatz des Unternehmens bei der regionalen Expansion und nannte das starke Verbrauchspotenzial Kanadas sowie das dynamische Einzelhandelsumfeld als Schlüsselfaktoren ihrer Wachstumsstrategie.
- Strategic expansion into Toronto's prime retail location
- Further strengthening North American market presence
- Targeting high-potential younger demographic in Canada
- Operating amid acknowledged global commercial uncertainties
Tokyo, Japan, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd. (“Tokyo Lifestyle” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TKLF), a retailer and wholesaler of Japanese beauty and health products, sundry products, luxury products, electronic products, as well as other products in Hong Kong, Japan, North America, Thailand and the United Kingdom, today announced the planned opening of a new directly-operated store under its proprietary “Reiwatakiya” brand (the “Store”) in Toronto, Canada, in mid-May 2025. This expansion underscores the Company’s commitment to further strengthen its market presence and enhance its sales network in North America.
The Store will be located at 237 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario, a district the Company considers a vibrant mix of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands, and a key destination in Toronto’s retail landscape. Spanning approximately 1,537 square feet, the Store will offer a modern and convenient shopping experience, featuring Tokyo Lifestyle’s high-quality Japanese cosmetics, skincare, hair and body care, and home and lifestyle products, all presented in a stylish and engaging retail environment.
Mr. Mei Kanayama, Principal Executive Officer of Tokyo Lifestyle, commented: “Reiwatakiya’s entry into this strategic retail block in Toronto marks another deliberate and methodical step forward in our regional expansion. North America—particularly Canada—has been a key focus in our long-term global expansion strategy, given its strong appeal to international consumers, especially younger, trend-conscious generations. The region’s significant consumption potential and dynamic retail environment are also important factors shaping our approach. With our products rooted in Japanese culture, fashion, and quality, we are confident that they will resonate with local customers and help us establish a distinct brand image in North America. We believe that our offerings deliver not just style, but a curated lifestyle experience that sets us apart from competitors. In the midst of ongoing global commercial uncertainties, we remain committed to our carefully planned expansion strategy. Backed by our unwavering dedication to quality and customer satisfaction, we believe we are well-positioned to maintain steady growth and reach new heights.”
About Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd. (formerly known as Yoshitsu Co., Ltd) is a retailer and wholesaler of Japanese beauty and health products, sundry products, luxury products, electronic products, and other products in Hong Kong, Japan, North America, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. The Company offers various beauty products (including cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and body care products), health products (including over-the-counter drugs, nutritional supplements, and medical supplies and devices), sundry products (including home goods), and other products (including food and alcoholic beverages). The Company currently sells its products through directly-operated physical stores, through online stores, and to franchise stores and wholesale customers. For more information, please visit the Company's website at https://www.ystbek.co.jp/irlibrary/.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements, within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to," or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's registration statement and in its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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