Hermès Opens a Four Floor Nagoya,Japan Flagship Inspired by Local Colour, Textiles and Craft
Hermès has opened a new four floor boutique at The Landmark Nagoya Sakae in Nagoya, Japan, a major new retail complex in the Tokai region. Inspired by local colours, textiles and craftsmanship, the store brings together all 16 métiers of the house in one of Hermès’ largest footprints in the country.
A new landmark in Nagoya
The boutique opened on 11 June 2026 inside The Landmark Nagoya Sakae, a 211‑metre mixed-use tower that combines retail, offices, a hotel and entertainment. Spanning from the basement level to the third floor (B1–3F), the store is described as the second largest Hermès store in Japan, underscoring the brand’s commitment to the Nagoya market.
Hermès already operates stores at Nagoya Mitsukoshi and Nagoya Matsuzakaya, making this its third location in the city, but the Landmark space significantly elevates its presence and visibility.
Design inspired by local culture
The boutique’s interiors were conceived by Paris-based…
architecture agency RDAI and take strong cues from Japanese culture and regional textile traditions. According to the brand’s press release, the design “incorporates the colours, textiles and craftsmanship characteristic of the Nagoya region,” aligning with Hermès’ broader strategy of rooting each store in its local context.
Façades and interior details use carefully selected materials and tones to create a warm, light-filled environment, with contrasts between wood, stone and fabric helping to define each floor’s atmosphere.
Lounge-like seating areas further soften the experience, making the space feel closer to a cultural salon than a traditional shop.
Sixteen métiers under one roof The new store showcases the full spectrum of Hermès’ 16 métiers, including: Women’s and men’s ready to wear Leather goods and saddlery Silk and textiles Watches and jewellery Shoes and belts Fragrances, beauty, homeware and tableware The layout guides visitors vertically, with different categories highlighted on each floor while maintaining visual coherence through recurring design elements…
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