Conceived as a physical manifestation of KDDI’s commitment to imagining a more creative future, This store is an innovative flagship shop that showcases the telecommunication giant’s advances in 5G and cutting-edge technology. Consisting of an immersive “lifestyle” space and a full-service sales floor, the concept shop allows visitors to experience the latest technological advances and highest-caliber customer service in the heart of Ginza.

Nestled amongst the many opulent storefronts that dot the Ginza promenade, the building’s narrow footprint posed a unique design challenge: how to maximize the façade’s limited surface area to achieve an even greater presence and impact than the property’s luxury-brand neighbors.

Although lacking in frontal surface area, the long and narrow building has depth. The design thus leverages this length, seamlessly integrating the façade and interior to create the impression of a larger, continuous space. The street-facing façade, open atrium, ceilings, and floors were all blanketed in LEDs to create a dynamic environment blending digital image and physical experience.