Kinokuniya Opens Second Store in Malaysia at Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

Kinokuniya Expands in Malaysia with New Store Opening

Kinokuniya Co., Ltd., led by President Yoshio Fujinori, is set to inaugurate its second bookstore in Malaysia on September 4, 2025. This new location will reside within the Pavilion Damansara Heights, a mixed-use commercial complex situated just outside Kuala Lumpur.

The Pavilion Group, a prominent developer in Malaysia, manages numerous condominiums, hotels, and office spaces. They are also known for operating Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, one of the country’s leading shopping centers located in the vibrant Bukit Bintang area. Likewise, Pavilion Damansara Heights aims to showcase a significant commercial project complete with offices and hotel facilities.

Located approximately 25 minutes from the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Damansara Heights is celebrated as one of Malaysia’s most prestigious residential districts. Encompassed by upscale neighborhoods, it is home to many expatriates, affluent locals, and artists, making it an ideal location for the new bookstore.

Kinokuniya originally landed in Malaysia in 1990 with its first store in Isetan Lot 10. Following this, the company opened a larger 860-square-meter store at Suria KLCC in 2001, located beneath the iconic Petronas Twin Towers. For the past 24 years, it has successfully cultivated a single-site operation, striving to create a beloved bookstore for local residents.

The new store is expected to provide easy access for customers from both Kuala Lumpur and the neighboring Petaling Jaya area in Selangor, welcoming an increased number of local patrons to enjoy its services.

Overview of Kinokuniya Damansara Heights

- Address: Lot 4.59.00 & 4.60.00, Level 4, Pavilion Damansara Heights, No.1, Jalan Damanlela, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
- Size: 385 square meters
- Product Range: Books, stationery, and miscellaneous goods
- Hours of Operation: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM on weekdays, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM on weekends and holidays

About Kinokuniya

Founded in 1927, Kinokuniya has a rich history of over 98 years and stands as Japan’s largest bookstore chain. Its international operations began in 1969 with the opening of its first overseas store in San Francisco. Since then, Kinokuniya has expanded to various countries including the United States, Singapore, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Australia, the UAE, and Cambodia, operating 46 international stores across 10 countries. In Vietnam, a partnership with FAHASA has allowed the sale of Japanese books at FAHASA locations since 2016.

For inquiries regarding this release, please contact the Public Relations Department of Kinokuniya Co., Ltd. at [email protected].