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Kayanoya's Flagship Store in Ginza: A Cultural Experience of Japanese Dashi

Kayanoya, a brand under the Kubara Honke Group, has announced the grand opening of its flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo, scheduled for November 21, 2025. Designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, this store is not only a retail space but also a cultural hub aimed at promoting Japan’s exquisite dashi culture both domestically and internationally. This location will exclusively offer carefully selected dashi ingredients and high-quality gift items that represent Japan's culinary heritage.

Experience the Depth of Dashi on the First Floor

The first floor of the Tokyo Ginza Kayanoya store focuses on showcasing the essence of Japanese ingredients. More than 20 types of dried ingredients will be available for purchase, including carefully selected katsuobushi, kelp, and other essential components of dashi. Customers can look forward to immersive experiences that highlight regional Japanese culture through products like the “Kayanoya Selected Dashi Dry Ingredient Kit,” featuring items from Tokyo, Nagoya, Noto, Kyoto, and Fukuoka. This allows visitors to recreate traditional Japanese dishes at home easily.

Kayanoya emphasizes the importance of quality ingredients in producing dashi, hoping to introduce customers to the rich flavors and traditions of Japanese cooking. The store will also feature a special selection of dashi products available only at this Ginza location, along with the delightful “Dashi Chazuke Unagi” rice dish.

Second Floor: A Haven for Unique Gifts and Cultural Immersion

The second floor of the store will serve as a quieter area for customers to explore an array of high-end gifts, including “Specially Crafted Elegant Dashi” and “Specially Crafted Sansho Shichimi.” Unique treats, such as special cookies from the famous French confectionery Régis d. in Kyoto, will be exclusive to this location. Visitors will also find the “Tokyo Ginza Kayanoya Limited Dashi Inari,” perfect for those looking for a memorable gift or treat.

Kayanoya aims to create an environment that combines culinary craftsmanship with cultural experiences, offering beautiful tools that enhance one’s connection to Japanese food, alongside gallery functionalities to inspire customers further.

Store Details

• - Location: 3-4-8 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Opening Date: November 21, 2025
• - Operating Hours: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Tentative)
• - Store Size: Approximately 60 tsubo (30 tsubo each for the first and second floors)
• - Design Supervision: Kengo Kuma & Associates

A Design Inspired by Nature

The flagship store's design reflects Kengo Kuma's philosophy of merging nature with architecture. The establishment features a warm exterior that resembles traditional thatched roofs, adding a unique character to the bustling Ginza streets.

About Kengo Kuma

Kengo Kuma, born in 1954, founded his architectural firm in 1990. Notably, he has held professoal positions at Keio University and the University of Tokyo, contributing significantly to sustainable architectural practices worldwide with over 50 ongoing projects across various countries.

Exclusive Products

• - Kayanoya Selected Dashi Dry Ingredients: Includes charcoal-grilled aago, dried aago, katsuobushi (without blood), chicken dashi, and more.
• - Premium Kayanoya Dashi: Priced at ¥3,564 (including tax) for 160g (8g x 20 bags).
• - Gift Box of Premium Kayanoya Dashi: ¥4,320 (including tax) for the same quantity.
• - Dashi Inari (Limited Edition): Priced at ¥1,620 (5 pieces), ¥3,240 (10 pieces), or ¥4,860 (15 pieces).

Kayanoya: A Brand Rich in Heritage

Founded in 2005 in a serene mountain village in Fukuoka, Kayanoya is rooted in the principles of using local, seasonal ingredients. The flagship store embodies the brand’s mission to preserve and celebrate Japan's culinary traditions for future generations and ensure that authentic Japanese flavors reach a global audience.