Uniqlo expands retail footprint with new Kyoto flagship and Seoul store renovation

Uniqlo is expanding its retail footprint with significant new developments in Japan and South Korea. In Kyoto, the company will open a new global flagship store at Meena Kyoto on November 6, 2026. This location will feature the first UNIQLO COFFEE in western Japan, offering exclusive blends and local sweets. The store aims to integrate local culture, featuring traditional Kyoto lanterns and collaborations with 14 local businesses and cultural figures for its UTme! custom apparel line.

In South Korea, Uniqlo has completed a major renovation of its Mok-dong store in Seoul, doubling its floor space to 1,220 square meters. The upgraded facility includes increased fitting rooms and registers, along with new services like same-day online order pickup. Additionally, the company opened its first store in Uiwang at the Lotte Premium Outlet, targeting families in the southern Gyeonggi region with a full range of men's, women's, kids', and baby apparel.