Written by Carey Finn
Researched by Hitomi Kuroda
Google Japan is set to open the “Google Store Omotesando” this summer. Located on the first floor of the Tokyu Plaza Omotesando “Omokado” complex, the new location will mark Google’s first standalone brick-and-mortar retail shop outside the United States.
A bit of history — Google actually opened its first-ever international office in Tokyo back in 2001. The tech giant, whose Japan HQ spans floors 14 through 35 of the Shibuya Stream complex, regards Tokyo as the root of its global journey and describes this local retail expansion as an exciting next step. It will be a flagship location.
The Google Store Omotesando is the 11th dedicated Google store, with the remaining 10 all in the U.S. Details on the exact opening date are yet to be disclosed.
Product lineup at Google Store Omotesando
The Omotesando store will feature Google’s hardware lineup, alongside partner-brand items. Products will include:
- Google Pixel smartphones and devices
- Google Nest smart-home products
- Google Fitbit wearable devices
- Accessories and related items
The store will also welcome customers wanting to pick up items ordered online through the official Google Store website.
Customer support and interactive experiences
Staff will be available to provide hands-on customer support, including initial device setups and walk-in repairs for Google Pixel smartphones.
The Tokyo Google store will also apparently offer interactive AI experiences and educational workshops.
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