[Opening Friday, August 7] A New Landmark Is Born in Chayamachi, Umeda, Osaka! “Alpen OSAKA,” a Tax-Free Sports Flagship Store and One of the Largest in Western Japan, Celebrates Its Grand Opening

Golf Floors (B1F & B2F) — One of Western Japan’s Largest, with Japan-First Equipment and Globally Limited Clubs

A “GOLF5 PRESTIGE” corner, the first of its kind in Osaka, has been newly established. It offers an extensive selection of high-end clubs and limited-edition items rarely handled by ordinary golf stores, together with advanced personal fitting by experienced fitters.

•     Japan-first, and among the largest in the country: the latest fitting equipment: In addition to a TaylorMade Fitting Base, the store has introduced shaft fitting using Epson’s “M-Tracer” and Odyssey fitting tools making their Japan debut. Also available are test-hitting sessions with putter loft and lie angle adjustment, same-day handover of uncut putters, putter fitting with “SAM PuttLab,” and one of Japan’s largest ranges of left-handed demo clubs.

•     Ultra-rare clubs exclusive to Alpen OSAKA: To mark the opening, the store will offer ultra-rare items rarely encountered outside Japan, such as the “HONMA Fuji 99” (limited to 20 sets worldwide; not on general sale in Japan) and a limited quantity of models fitted with the “Callaway QUANTUM” shaft. This is a corner for golf fans around the world in search of the one club available only in Japan.

•     One of Kansai’s largest selections: 5,000 pre-owned clubs: All are available for test hitting, and priority hitting bays equipped with the latest “Detect” measuring system are also provided.

•     Fitters certified by seven manufacturers on site: Alongside fitters certified by PING, TaylorMade, Callaway, Dunlop, Mizuno, ONOFF, and MAJESTY, female fitters and fitters dedicated to pre-owned clubs are on staff to meet every need.

Running Floor (1F) — The Atmosphere of a Real Track Meets the Latest Technology

The sales floor uses the same paving material as an actual athletics stadium (Yanmar Stadium Nagai), recreating the feeling of standing on a real track. A large LED screen 2 m high and 53.5 m long delivers powerful visuals while showcasing the latest footwear technology.

•     Accomplished running specialists on site: Three staff members with competitive records at the national level are on hand to support each customer’s running.

•     “My Foot Craft” 3D foot measurement: The system precisely measures the three-dimensional characteristics of the foot and recommends “the perfect pair” or a custom insole from among top brands in Japan and abroad.

•     One of the largest assortments in the Kansai area: More than 5,200 items of footwear and apparel across 18 brands and over 470 SKUs, including On and ASICS. Popular models such as the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper and the HOKA Clifton Pro are also stocked.

•     Alpen OSAKA exclusive items: A limited-edition Osaka-themed T-shirt by the garage brand Mountain Martial Arts also debuts — the perfect memento of a trip to Japan.

Tax-Free Service for Worry-Free Shopping by International Visitors

“Alpen OSAKA” is equipped with a tax-free counter, so travelers can shop smoothly without puzzling over the paperwork. Buying high-performance, quality-focused sporting goods — golf clubs and running shoes packed with Japanese technology — together at tax-free prices is a pleasure unique to Japan. Please stop by as part of your Osaka sightseeing.

Don’t Miss the Much-Talked-About Outdoor & Trekking Floor (4F)

The company’s own private brand “Alpen Mountains” makes its debut here. To commemorate the brand’s launch, the “Trekking Bag 35 with Dyneema®,” produced in a worldwide limited run of 100 units, goes on sale, alongside high-performance apparel designed for Japan’s hot and humid mountain environment. Popular brands such as The North Face, Columbia, and Mammut are also carried in depth, covering everything from serious mountaineering to everyday town use.

Football and Basketball Floors Are Equally Comprehensive (2F & 3F)

In the football corner on 3F, artificial turf covers the floor so customers can try on gear with the feel of actual play. Replica jerseys from more than 30 teams are available, including Cerezo Osaka and popular overseas clubs such as Arsenal. The basketball corner on 2F uses flooring made of the same material as NBA courts, recreating an authentic on-court atmosphere, and also offers limited-edition Nike and Jordan Brand shoes.

Umeda in Osaka enjoys excellent access from the airport and is an area many travelers visit as a base for sightseeing and shopping. Whether you are creating memories during your stay or looking for an item you will treasure long after returning home, please pay a visit to “Alpen OSAKA.”

■ Special 5% OFF Coupon

We are distributing coupons that can be used not only at Alpen OSAKA but also at tax-free Alpen Group stores.

You can also display the coupon from the link below.

https://store.alpen-group.jp/campaign/group/coupon/001SI_press_release/coupon.jpg

Expiration Date: December 31, 2026

Please present the coupon screen at the register before payment.

Cannot be combined with other discounts.

Tax exemption applies to purchases of 5,500 yen (tax included) or more.

For tax exemption, the purchaser's ID, passport, transit pass, or other documents proving they are a foreign tourist visiting Japan is required.

Store Overview

Store name

Alpen OSAKA

Address

B2F–4F, YANMAR FLYING-Y BUILDING, 1-32 Chayamachi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka

Opening date

Friday, August 7, 2026

Opening hours

10:00–21:00

Floor guide

B2F: Golf clubs / B1F: Pre-owned clubs, golf shoes & bags / 1F: Running & sports shoes / 2F: Casual wear, basketball, volleyball, swimming, fitness / 3F: Football, baseball, tennis, badminton, table tennis / 4F: Outdoor wear & bags, trekking

Tax-free

Available

Alpen OSAKA Official Social Media

•     Instagram (Golf): https://www.instagram.com/alpenosaka.golf5/

•     Instagram (Running): https://www.instagram.com/alpenosaka.running/

•     Instagram (Outdoor): https://www.instagram.com/alpenosaka.alpenoutdoors.fs/

X (Alpen OSAKA): https://x.com/Alpen_OSAKA_JP