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The Japanese footwear company is opening its first ABC-MART Grand Stage concept in Bonifacio Global City
MANILA, Philippines – Attention, Filipino sneakerheads! ABC-MART, Japan’s famed footwear retail giant, is officially stepping into Bonifacio Global City with its flagship Grand Stage store, set to open this Fall 2025.
The ABC-MART Grand Stage is known in Japan for its wide selection of sneakers and shoes from top global brands. ABC-MART caters to a broad spectrum of footwear needs — from everyday wear to limited-edition collector pieces.
The two-floor Grand Stage concept spans over 750 square meters, with a wide selection of sneakers and shoes from Nike, Adidas, ASICS, Puma, New Balance, Vans, Salomon, and more.
This launch is part of a strategic joint venture between SONAK Retail Group and ABC-MART Japan. They plan to expand ABC-MART’s footprint in Southeast Asia, rolling out both premium Grand Stage stores and more accessible Standard outlets nationwide throughout 2025 and beyond.
SONAK Retail Group is a leading Philippine retailer of sport, lifestyle, and fashion brands, operating over 40 stores nationwide with labels like Onitsuka Tiger, ASICS, Molten, Mikasa, and Mueller, among others.
It is part of SONAK Corporation, a diversified company active in retail, real estate, and hospitality across the Asia-Pacific region.
Anil Buxani, CEO of SONAK Retail Group, expressed the brand’s excitement about entering the Philippine market.
“Filipinos’ strong affinity for streetwear fashion and sneaker culture makes this the perfect time for ABC-MART to bring new energy to the local retail landscape,” he said in a media statement.
Kiichiro Hattori, Senior Vice President of ABC-MART Japan, also added the strategic importance of the Philippines in ABC-MART’s regional growth plans. “We see this expansion as opening doors to a dynamic and vibrant market,” Hattori noted.
ABC-MART first opened its doors in Japan in 1985, becoming one of the country’s sneaker hub staples with hundreds of stores nationwide.
The Manila outlet marks the brand’s continued expansion to Southeast Asia, following its installation in Vietnam in 2022. ABC MART has also established locations in South Korea and China. – with reports by Allyzza Gene/Rappler.com
Allyzza Gene is a Rappler intern. She is a Journalism student from the University of the Philippines Diliman.
