Three department stores saw an increase in sales compared to the previous year in April, while two saw a decrease. Differences in ability to attract customers determine success or failure.

T by Alexander Wang pop-up shops open in Tokyo and Osaka. Featuring everything from limited edition T-shirts to dolphins!

Noriko Maeda appears at Ralph Lauren pop-up shop opening at Hankyu Umeda during Golden Week

MM6 expands: two limited-time shops open in Osaka, first European store also opens

Highland Park to hold pop-up shops at Hankyu Men's Tokyo and Osaka

Nars x Pierre Hardy limited edition makeup collection released

New City Art Fair, showcasing Japanese art, to be held in Osaka

Givenchy's Noir Couture line now includes a new waterproof mascara

Viktor & Rolf to hold dress fair at Hankyu Umeda store, featuring new jersey dresses and ribbon clutches

Department stores report strong sales in March, with Isetan Shinjuku up 16.3% and Hankyu Umeda Main Store up 72.8%

Lumine Yurakucho and Hankyu Men's Tokyo jointly hold a "Tokyo Runway" satellite event. Arisa Urahama appears, and there is also a photo session with underwear models.

Textile Marche held for the first time in a department store at Umeda Hankyu. Tassel and braiding workshops also held.

An event for Emilio Pucci's iconic bags has begun. Beachwear pop-up stores will also be held in three locations nationwide.

H&M to open three stores in April: Osaka Umeda, Shinsaibashi, and Kobe Harborland umie

Hedi's Saint Laurent space opens at Dover Street Market Ginza, Tokyo's first

Zegna's new men's fragrance "Uomo Eau de Toilette Spray" is now available. Pre-sale event held at Hankyu Men's