Osaka welcomes new flagship stores at KITTE and Lucca malls

A select shop called akinai Osaka opened on 28 July on the second floor of the KITTE Osaka complex directly connected to JR Osaka Station. The store showcases about 800 Osaka‑regional specialties—from iconic sweets such as miroku‑manjū and kasu‑kera to local sauces and character goods—available for individual purchase, aiming to attract both tourists and office workers.

On 28 August, Korean fashion brand Martin Kim launched its first permanent Kansai outlet on the sixth floor of Lucca Osaka. The 33.8‑tsubo store offers Osaka‑exclusive designs, early‑release items and a tiered‑gift programme for shoppers spending above set amounts. Both openings are part of broader efforts by local tourism and commercial groups to boost Osaka’s retail appeal ahead of the 2025 World Expo.