A shopping center born from a public naming contest? That’s the story of \u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d77\u8001\u6c5f. It is a unique urban shopping center in Osaka.
\u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d77\u8001\u6c5f opened its doors on March 28, 2020. The facility is operated by Aeon Retail Co. It is designed as an urban-style shopping center. The name was chosen through a public competition. Aeon Retail sought a name fitting for its new urban shopping center concept.
The winning name was “Aeon Soyora”. This name was selected from public submissions. It reflects the company’s vision. The name was later changed to \u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d77\u8001\u6c5f in July 2021. The original name included the word “Aeon”. The name was shortened to reflect a new store opening.
The name \u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d76\u8001\u6c5f comes from a phrase. That phrase is “”Soyora, yotte, tanoshinde tte!” It means “Come on over. Get close and have fun”. The aim is to create a space. A space where city dwellers can enjoy life. It should be a comfortable and enjoyable facility.
\u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d76\u8001\u6c5f focuses on daily life. It aims to gather frequently used categories of stores. The goal is to create a convenient urban shopping experience.
Interestingly, \u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d76\u8001\u6c5f boasts a unique feature. There is a Shiba Shiba Hiroba on the second floor. It is a lawn space.
The core tenant of \u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d76\u8001\u6c5f is the Aeon Style Umeda store. It includes 23 shops. They offer various services. The shopping center operates from 7:00 to 24:00. The closest stations are Nodahanshin Station and Noda Station. The closest bus stop is “Soyora Umieda”.
\u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d76\u8001\u6c5f is near another Aeon Retail-operated store. That store is “Aeon Style Noda Hanshin”. However, both stores are designed to be distinct. This is to avoid direct competition.
In a survey conducted in 2023, locals expressed desires for new stores. A popular request was for a Uniqlo store. Many also wanted a Muji store for daily goods. Bookstores and drugstores were also high on the list. These results reflect the needs of the community.
While the offerings may evolve, \u305d\u3088\u3089\u6d76\u8001\u6c5f remains a vital part of the community. It adapts to the changing needs of its urban residents. It strives to be a place where people can easily gather. People can connect and enjoy their daily lives.