Wagokoro Co., Ltd. Grand Opens 'Fushimi Inari Hashiyamansaku,' Its 10th Store in Kyoto, on July 12, 2026

Wagokoro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Tomohiro Mori; TSE Growth: 9271), which operates Japanese lifestyle brands such as hairpins, Japanese umbrellas, and chopsticks nationwide under the vision of 'Bringing Japanese Culture to the World,' has grand opened 'Fushimi Inari Hashiyamansaku' on July 12, 2026 (Sunday) in the Fushimi Inari area of Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City. This marks the company’s 10th store in the Kyoto region.

'Fushimi Inari Hashiyamansaku' is a new store of 'Hashiyamansaku,' a brand specializing in chopsticks and chopstick rests, located along the approach to Fushimi Inari Taisha—one of Japan’s most iconic tourist destinations. The store will showcase 'chopsticks,' symbolic of Japanese food culture, along with traditional crafts from across Japan, aiming to convey the charm of Japanese culture to a global audience.

In Kyoto, Wagokoro already operates multiple brands including 'Hashiyamansaku,' the Japanese umbrella brand 'Hokusai Graphic,' and 'Kanzashiya Wargo.' With the opening of 'Fushimi Inari Hashiyamansaku,' the company now operates 10 stores in the Kyoto area.

By establishing a presence in the Fushimi Inari district—a major destination for international tourists—Wagokoro aims to create opportunities for visitors to experience Japanese culture and traditional crafts, while enhancing brand recognition and expanding its business.

'Hashiyamansaku' is a specialized brand centered on the concept of 'Japanese souvenirs,' offering chopsticks and chopstick rests crafted using traditional techniques and artisanal skills from across Japan.

The store features a wide selection of products incorporating traditional techniques from various regions, including lacquered chopsticks such as Wajima-nuri, Tsugaru-nuri, and Wakasa-nuri, as well as Kyoto bamboo chopsticks (Kyochikuhashi), Kiyomizu ware, and Kutani ware chopstick rests. With over 800 types of products ranging from everyday use to gift items, the store serves both domestic and international customers seeking authentic Japanese souvenirs and gifts.

Store Overview

【Store Name】

Fushimi Inari Hashiyamansaku

【Opening Date】

July 12, 2026 (Sunday)

【Location】

12-4 Higashinocho, Fukakusa, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 612-0012

About Hashiyamansaku

Hashiyamansaku is a specialized store for chopsticks and chopstick rests, offering a wide variety of uniquely crafted designs—from traditional to pop styles—positioned as 'Japanese souvenirs.'

In addition to lacquered chopsticks such as 'Wajima-nuri,' 'Tsugaru-nuri,' and 'Wakasa-nuri,' and Kyoto-made items like 'Kyochikuhashi,' 'Kiyomizu ware,' and 'Kutani ware' chopstick rests, the store regularly stocks over 800 types of products made from rare woods such as Yoshino cedar, Yakusugi, and Kuroshibu.

HP: https://wargo.jp/collections/mansaku

X: https://x.com/hashiyamansaku

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mansaku.theichi

About Wagokoro Co., Ltd.

Wagokoro contributes to creating opportunities for people worldwide to experience Japanese culture and to addressing challenges in the preservation of traditional culture and techniques. The company plans, designs, manufactures, and sells original lifestyle brands such as 'Hokusai Graphic,' 'Kanzashiya Wargo,' 'Hashiyamansaku,' 'Kasuu Kobo,' and 'musumusu,' including Japanese accessories, yukata, sauna and spa goods, and operates the e-commerce site 'The Ichi.' It also engages in OEM production for other companies, as well as subsidiary businesses in accommodation and roadside stations.

Committed to the vision of 'Bringing Japanese Culture to the World,' Wagokoro aims not only to reintroduce Japan’s culturally rooted products and experiences within Japan but also to share them globally.

Company Overview

Company Name: Wagokoro Co., Ltd.

Stock Code: 9271 (TSE Growth)

Representative: President and CEO Tomohiro Mori

Founded: February 2003

Employees: 177 (including non-regular employees)

Capital: 722,614,818 JPY (including capital reserves)

Business Activities: Product planning, design, and manufacturing; store design and operations; web design, e-commerce site operation, and consulting services

Subsidiaries: Mygrade Co., Ltd., STN Izu Co., Ltd.

URL: https://www.wagokoro.co.jp/

Brand Information: https://wargo.jp/collections/mansaku