Experience a Green and Eco-Friendly Shopping Journey in Japan at GREEN AGE on the 8th Floor of Hankyu Umeda Main Store in Osaka

For those planning a trip to Japan, have you heard of sustainable eco-friendly travel?

A little awareness and action can make your trip green and eco-friendly. For example, reduce waste by using your own toiletries instead of hotel amenities. Use public transportation or bicycles. Bring your own cup and avoid buying plastic bottled drinks. Instead of only visiting famous tourist spots, also turn your attention to areas that have adopted sustainable practices.

Along with sustainable eco-friendly travel, shopping is also one of the joys of traveling.

But is shopping not eco-friendly enough? Don't worry if you think so. Let's see how Hankyu Department Store in Umeda, Osaka, addresses this issue.

The newly opened GREEN AGE on the 8th floor of Hankyu Umeda Main Store is based on the concept of coexistence between people and nature, promoting a green and eco-friendly lifestyle. It brings together a range of trendy items, food, cosmetics, outdoor sports, and luxury brands such as Chloé and LOEWE.

Let us introduce you in detail to this new concept store that offers sustainable eco-friendly products under the theme of coexistence between people and nature.

Upon entering the GREEN Age store, the first thing you see is STELLA'S WORLD by Stella McCartney, the world's first café under Stella McCartney.

This café offers vegan menus and smoothies made from fruits and vegetables like bananas and acai berries. It also has a shop selling original items such as limited-edition T-shirts made from eco-friendly materials, in line with the brand's philosophy.

Luxury brands in the store include PRADA, Chloe, MIU MIU, GUCCI, etc. Spanish luxury brand LOEWE, known for its love of leather, has opened the world's first LOEWE Recraft shop here, with resident craftsmen responsible for repairing, cleaning, and maintaining the brand's products. Previously, items had to be sent to the factory in Spain for repair by local craftsmen, often taking dozens of weeks. Now, depending on the repair, it may be completed on the same day. Customers in need are welcome to consult at LOEWE Recraft.

The LOEWE Recraft shop features limited-edition items such as bucket bags made from leather scraps, with product tags indicating the country of origin and the time spent on production.

LOEWE Recraft's message, 'With careful care, leather can be passed down through generations,' allows people to truly appreciate the charm of leather again. To ensure long-term use, please visit the store to care for your beloved bags.

GREEN AGE EDIT is located in the center of the floor and is a comprehensive store that brings together various brands. Its concept is 'A lifestyle that travels between home, nature, and the streets, living in harmony with nature.'

The product range is extensive, including E-BIKE bicycles with electric assist that are earth-friendly, kayaks, and outdoor brand clothing and items.

There are also services such as outdoor gear rental, trade-ins, and secondhand goods, reflecting a service philosophy of making the most of things.

The HEALTH & BEAUTY section is divided into areas such as cosmetics, skincare, hair care, and body care, gathering a range of environmentally friendly products. While being good to yourself, it also fully considers society and the environment.

John Masters Organics specializes in organic cosmetics. The walls of its store are made from upgraded recycled materials from crushed product bottles. The wall color is Naniwa rat color, a representative color of Osaka. This store is very distinctive compared to others and is highly recommended for a visit.

Shiseido's BAUM brand is based on the concept of coexistence with trees. Its product packaging uses recycled materials such as wood scraps. Brands that care for the environment like this are gathered here.

If you choose to travel to Japan, to Osaka, be sure to visit the Hankyu Umeda Main Store in Osaka and enjoy the latest green shopping experience.

■GREEN AGE Brand Overview

GUCCI, Chloé, LOEWE ReCraft, MIU MIU, PRADA, MAISON KITSUNÉ, NEUTRALWORKS., NORDISK CAMP SUPPLY STORE / F/CE, Onitsuka Tiger, Saturdays NYC, SORA PATAGONIA, THE NORTH FACE, WIND AND SEA, ADIDAS BY STELLA McCARTNEY, adidas Originals, D-VEC, EMPORIO ARMANI EA7, New Balance, On, PUMA, ADA LAB UMEDA, BAREFOOT DREAMS®, CW-X, RAFLUM, STELLA’S WORLD by Stella McCartney, Aēsop, athletia, AVEDA, BAUM, Ethical&SEA, HEALTHY-One, john masters organics, NEAL'S YARD REMEDIES, SIXPAD, TENTIAL

Hankyu Umeda Main Store

Address: 8-7 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka City

Business hours: 10:00-20:00 [Closed on January 1]

Access: Get off at JR Osaka Station, Hankyu/Hanshin/Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Umeda Station