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Franc franc Store Opens in Causeway Bay

Top Japanese retailer, BALS Corporation, opened its first store outside Japan in Hong Kong on May 15.

Japanese retailers of home furnishing products, BALS Corporation, opened the Franc franc lifestyle concept store in Causeway Bay. The lifestyle store offers home furniture and furnishings, decorative accessories and personal care products, and represents a substantial investment in Hong Kong’s retail sector.

The President and Chief Executive Officer of BALS Corporation, Mr Fumio Takashima, said, “Hong Kong’s mature and sophisticated market is one of the key attractions for BALS. People here have relatively high levels of disposable income, combined with a high expectation for both quality and style."

Mr Takashima also stressed that BALS Corporation was attracted by Hong Kong’s location and excellent business infrastructure, which make it an ideal gateway to the mainland market. BALS plans to establish operations in mainland China in about 2 years.

In Hong Kong, BALS plans to open 4 more stores over the next 2 years. The corporation’s planned investment for the 5 shops totals HK$30 million.


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