CHANEL's Store, One of Largest in Japan, Now Open! "ONE FUKUOKA BLDG." Just Opened in Tenjin, Fukuoka!

▲Image source: Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd.

▲Image source: Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd.　

In Fukuoka's popular area "Tenjin", a new landmark has just opened, which is a large complex "ONE FUKUOKA BLDG.", where commerce, business and a hotel are combined. This facility has three notable features:
・CHANEL has just opened, where its sales area is one of the largest in Japan (approximately 1,160 square meters) and so too is its product lineup.
・A total of 130 stores gather here, such as fashion boutiques and restaurants, including the only one of its kind in Fukuoka Prefecture.
• Over approximately 120 artworks by domestic and international artists are on display.
*Some artworks are not accessible to the general public.

This time we will particularly explain shops that showcase one of this facility's main attractions "art and culture".

▲Image source: Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd.

The first thing to catch your eye will be Leandro Erlich's artwork "Pixel Tree". It will make you wonder if you have entered a gaming world. You will get excited even at the entrance.

Let's take a look around the facility.
■Let's create a time for an artistic home! “SPIRAL GARDEN”

"Spiral Garden" is a shop, café and gallery all in one. With its theme being "fusion of lifestyle and art", it introduces artworks and lifestyle goods. The gallery is planning to exhibit works by artists from Japan and around the world as well as by those from Fukuoka. Exhibitions change roughly on a monthly basis, so you can always meet new artworks.

・Recommended products：Spiral original handkerchief & Bag

We recommend the "sonor bag", priced at 19,800 yen (tax included). This product with a Fukuoka-only color features a stylish pink interior cloth (lining) and is made of rare pigskin. A matching pouch is also available. (Made in Japan)

■Let's look for records of city pop and anime movies! "Face Records"

"Face Records" has a collection of about 12,000 records. Japanese city pop records, such as those by "Mariya Takeuchi" and "Anri", are particularly popular, and there is a wide selection of both old and new records. It is a spot recommended to music lovers.

・Recommended record: “Spirited Away Soundtrack” 5,280 yen

The most popular record here among customers from overseas is the soundtrack of Studio Ghibli's movie "Spirited Away". There are about 20 types of Studio Ghibli's records, but this one is a new work (new release) and is the most popular. The record of the movie "Howl's Moving Castle" is also very popular.
※Because of being popular products, they may be out of stock. Please check with the store for the latest information.

■Let's find some artistic souvenirs! "Tabio", a store dedicated to Japanese-made socks
Each pair is carefully crafted, comfortable to wear, and stays in place. Each pair is carefully crafted for comfort and to stay in place. Japanese socks are popular with overseas customers because of their high quality.

・"NORITAKA TATEHANA Tabio ONE FUKUOKA HOTEL" Triple Collaboration Socks

▲Image source：Tabio

We recommend socks designed in collaboration with contemporary artist Noritaka Tatehana. Mr. Tatehana has created numerous works inspired by traditional Japanese culture. His masterpiece is “Heel-less Shoes”, which have been inspired by Edo-period geta sandals and have gained worldwide recognition after being worn by Lady Gaga. He has also created artwork for the ONE FUKUOKA HOTEL, located on the upper floors.　　

The motif used in this collaboration is a "thundercloud", viewable in Japanese traditional paintings, shrines and temples and serves as a metaphor for the warding off of evil spirits. How about considering purchasing one as a tangible souvenir of Japanese art. The colors and designs differ between the men's and women's styles. The price is 3,080 yen per pair.

■Ultimate art is gourmet food! With two restaurant areas.
There are two restaurant areas with different atmospheres on the B1 floor.

One of them is "iiTO TENJIN", a food hall where you can casually enjoy dishes from popular restaurants. There are eight unique restaurants here, including those where you can enjoy serve draft beer and food, those that serve meat dishes, bistro cuisine, etc.

Another is "Tenjin Noren Street". On both sides of the modern-looking alley align seven restaurants including locally favored famous restaurants and other restaurants that are popular nationwide, including those for ramen and sushi. Visitors can enjoy a variety of flavors by casually hopping from restaurant to restaurant, which is also attractive.

■Location of ONE FUKUOKA BLDG.
　　1-11-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
　　▼Please check the official website, etc. for detailed information about each store.
　　　https://onefukuoka-building.jp...