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Himalaya to open permanent used sports goods store in Saitama
Japanese sports retailer Himalaya is expanding into used goods.
It plans to open a permanent store in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, in mid-November.
The store will sell secondhand sports equipment such as gear for baseball and tennis.
Himalaya is aiming to attract people who are considering taking up a sport.
Near-new used items can cost 30% to 50% less than new ones, making equipment more affordable.
The company has tested used sports goods sales before, and the new store marks a move into permanent sales.
Himalaya plans to open a permanent used sports goods store in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, in mid-November.
The sports goods retailer aims to attract people who are considering starting sports such as baseball and tennis.
It is expanding its focus on used goods, which can be priced below new products.
Used items in near-new condition have been sold for about 30% to 50% less than new ones.
Himalaya has previously operated used sports goods sales on a trial basis.
- Who
- Himalaya, a major sports goods retailer.
- What
- It plans to open a permanent store selling used sports goods.
- When
- In mid-November 2026.
- Where
- Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
- Why
- To attract beginners considering sports such as baseball and tennis with lower-priced goods.
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Himalaya operated used sports goods sales on a trial basis.
Himalaya plans to open a permanent used goods store in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture.
- Store location
- Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture
- Planned opening
- Mid-November 2026
- Discount
- About 30% to 50% below new products for used items in near-new condition
- Target customers
- Beginners considering sports such as baseball and tennis