This historic flagship store, which has been visited by members of the British royal family in the past, embodies British craftsmanship and the exchange between Japan and the UK. On Friday, February 27th, JOHN SMEDLEY Nagoya will also be reopening after renovations.
JOHN SMEDLEY Ginza, operated by Lee Mills & Company, will undergo a complete redesign this spring and reopen on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
JOHN SMEDLEY GINZA Overview
JOHN SMEDLEY GINZA exterior renewal image
JOHN SMEDLEY Ginza is the first directly operated store in Japan for JOHN SMEDLEY, a knitwear brand that is a supplier to the British Royal Family. It is the brand's flagship store, which has been marking its history alongside the changes in the Ginza district for over 30 years since it opened in 1993. In the past, Princess Anne, a member of the British Royal Family, has visited the store during her visits to Japan, making it an important location that can be said to symbolize the brand's exchanges between Japan and the UK.
The first and second floors have been transformed into a luxurious retail space showcasing JOHN SMEDLEY's contemporary worldview. The third floor has been renovated into a JOHN SMEDLEY exclusive lounge space*. Various seasonal pop-up stores and events are planned for the future.
*The third floor is open irregularly
JOHN SMEDLEY Ginza <br /> Miyuki Garden Building, 6-7-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-3571-0128
OPEN: 11:00-19:00
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◆Reopening commemorative items
– SPECIAL FREE GIFT –
Reopening commemorative novelty
To commemorate the opening, customers who purchase a product will receive a special JOHN SMEDLEY cookie tin made by the gluten-free patisserie BONBONS DE K.
In addition, customers who spend over 88,000 yen (tax included) will receive a double-name luggage tag from the British leather brand Ettinger.
(All items are limited in quantity and will end when stock runs out)
– SPECIAL ITEM –
Reopening commemorative items
1. “Dumfries House Colour”
Left: "JILL" Right: "ISIS"
The popular knit polo shirt is a signature item from JOHN SMEDLEY. Three colors of the "Dumfries House Colour", limited to the Spring/Summer 2026 collection, will be released in advance.
Dumfries House Colour:
Roseburn / Pollen / Wyvern Red
Eligible items:
MEN COLLECTION “ISIS” “REID”
Size S/M/L 47,300
WOMEN COLLECTION “JILL” “ADALINE”
Size S/M ¥41,800～
Advance sale period: 3/5 (Thu) – 3/22 (Sun)
General release: Scheduled for May
2. HAND & LOCK New Collection + Special Order Brooch
British embroidery atelier "HAND&LOCK" will be releasing a new collection of Goldwork embroidered brooches in advance. Popular designs that were well-received during last year's Christmas season and sold out will be restocked, and to commemorate the renewal, specially designed pin brooches will also be available in limited quantities. Please come and see them in store.
– SPECIAL EVENT –
Renewal commemorative event
HAND&LOCK
Live Goldwork Embroidery Demonstration
March 7th (Sat) – March 8th (Sun)
13:00-18:00 each day
Free admission
We will be inviting Pom Zyquita, HAND&LOCK's first Japanese designer and embroidery artist, to demonstrate the traditional embroidery technique "Goldwork."
This store-only event was well-received during last year's Christmas season. This is a rare opportunity to see up close the delicate embroidery techniques of professionals, something that is rarely seen in Japan, and experience the charm of British craftsmanship. Please feel free to drop by.
JOHN SMEDLEY Nagoya reopens on Friday, February 27th
JOHN SMEDLEY NAGOYA
On Friday, February 27th, 2026, JOHN SMEDLEY Nagoya (Midland Square 3F), which will celebrate its 20th anniversary next year, will also reopen. This store will also be offering the same commemorative items as JOHN SMEDLEY Ginza. We encourage customers in the Tokai region to take advantage of this opportunity.
JOHN SMEDLEY Nagoya <br /> Midland Square 3F, 4-7-1 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
TEL: 052-527-8862
OPEN: 11:00-20:00
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JOHN SMEDLEY
A long-established British knitwear brand founded in 1784.
Using the finest natural materials such as Sea Island cotton, merino wool, cashmere and silk, the beautiful, lightweight fine gauge knits are spun by artisans using their advanced skills and knowledge, and have been highly acclaimed around the world for over 240 years.
Thanks to the sincere craftsmanship built up over its long history, the company has been awarded the prestigious Royal Warrant, a mark of patronage to the British Royal Family. The world's oldest factory, which has been in operation since its founding and is registered as a World Heritage Site, continues to produce the world's finest knitwear.
Currently, there are 11 stores in Japan, including outlets in Ginza, Aoyama, Yokohama, Nagoya, and Osaka.
[Lee Mills Agency Co., Ltd.] Press release
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