First in Kansai! GREEN×EXPO 2027 Official Store Opens in Kobe Sannomiya
As a new hub to promote the International Horticultural Exhibition 2027, Yokohama, Japan (GREEN×EXPO 2027), the first permanent official store in the Kansai area, “EXPO 2027 Official Store Junkudo Bookstore Sannomiya,” will open on Friday, January 30, 2026.
This store serves as the official information and merchandise hub for the Kansai region, managed by the GREEN×EXPO Association and the Master License Office.
About the Official Store
The store will feature a wide range of official licensed products, including goods featuring the official mascot character “Twink-Twink.” It aims to build excitement for the 2027 event by bringing the charms of the Yokohama-based Expo to the Kansai area directly from Kobe.
Shop Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Store Name | EXPO 2027 Official Store Junkudo Bookstore Sannomiya |
| Opening Date | Friday, January 30, 2026 |
| Location | Inside Junkudo Bookstore Sannomiya Store |
| Address | 1-6-18 Sannomiyacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo |
| Hours | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Closed | Same as Junkudo Bookstore Sannomiya |
Opening Event | Mascot Greeting with “Twink-Twink”
To celebrate the first store in Kansai, a greeting event featuring the official mascot “Twink-Twink” will take place. This is a reservation-only event where you can take photos with the mascot.
Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, January 30, 2026 |
| Time Slots | ① 11:00 AM / ② 2:00 PM / ③ 4:00 PM |
| Duration | Approx. 20 minutes per session |
| Capacity | 30 groups per session |
| Fee | Free (Advance reservation required) |
How to Apply
- Phone Reservations Only
- TEL: 078-392-1001 (Junkudo Bookstore Sannomiya)
- Booking Starts: Wednesday, Jan 28, 10:00 AM
What is GREEN×EXPO 2027?
GREEN×EXPO 2027 is an International Horticultural Exhibition scheduled to be held in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture in 2027.
Focusing on nature, the environment, and horticulture, it is an international event that showcases the future of a sustainable society. This official store will be a place where you can experience its world and charm ahead of time.
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