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Hashiya Mansaku: Celebrating Japanese Culture with New Chopstick Store in Tsukiji Outer Market

On November 29, 2025, Wako Co., Ltd., a company renowned for its commitment to introducing Japanese culture to the world, opened Hashiya Mansaku, a chopstick specialty store, in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Outer Market. This is the ninth store launched this fiscal year, a step toward enhancing product offerings aimed at inbound tourists visiting Japan.

Tsukiji Outer Market: A Culinary Hub for Tourists

Renowned as a major tourist destination in Tokyo, Tsukiji Outer Market attracts a significant number of both local and foreign visitors year-round. The area has become especially vibrant during the morning hours, consistently ranking as the top at local tourist sites. With many tourists flocking to these bustling streets from dawn till noon, Tsukiji has earned a reputation as an unparalleled lively district.

As the demand for inbound tourism rapidly grows, especially from Asia and the Western world, Tsukiji Outer Market has gained international attention as a “theme park of food culture.” The opening of Hashiya Mansaku represents a crucial opportunity for Wako Co., Ltd. to strengthen its brand's global influence.

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