Located in Fukuoka's Canal City Hakata, the store is also the largest sports goods store in the Kyushu region of Japan, offering everything from sports supplies and apparel to camping equipment to golf equipment, making it a shopping paradise for outdoor enthusiasts!
▋Alpen Group's second flagship store, "Alpen FUKUOKA", a shopping paradise for outdoor enthusiasts
The "Alpen FUKUOKA" store is located in Canal City Hakata
The store has three floors, so it's super easy to shop!
Since its establishment in 1972, "Alpen Group" is Japan's largest sportswear retailer that sells a wide range of sporting goods, outdoor camping equipment, golf equipment, and more, and has opened about 400 stores across Japan. On September 15, 2023, the company opened its second flagship store "Alpen FUKUOKA" in Fukuoka, with three series of facilities: "SPORTS DEPO FLAGSHIP STORE" for sporting goods, "Alpen Outdoors FLAGSHIP STORE" for outdoor sports, and "GOLF5 FLAGSHIP STORE" for golf balls. A must-visit shopping paradise for golfers!
运动用品「SPORTS DEPO FLAGSHIP STORE」
高尔夫球专门「GOLF5 FLAGSHIP STORE」
"Alpen FUKUOKA" is not only easy to shop and buy, but also has a lot of interesting attractions! If you go to the football area and look up at the ceiling, you can find the pattern lighting decorated on the sideline of the court, and you can sit on the same RECARO chair as the European football league to try on sneakers, the basketball area can also find the lighting of the court line, and the floor is the same level as the NBA court, and the baseball area uses bats from the decoration to the tables and chairs. The materials used to make gloves, the floor of the running shoe area is designed in the shape of a running track, and the materials are exactly the same as those of the National Stadium, the venue of the Tokyo Olympics, and the word "Alpen FUKUOKA" is lined up with second-hand balls on the outside of the tennis area, which is environmentally friendly and perfect for taking photos.
The player-shaped installation that can be seen at the entrance of the baseball area is made of slices and patches of bats
In the football area, you can try on shoes on the same RECARO chairs as the UEFA Europa League
Golf Simulation Trial Area
If you are a little confused about the selection of items, you can also seek the advice of professional staff, do not worry if you do not speak Japanese, the store will communicate through the staff who understand Chinese or use translation software. Some products can also be tried on the spot, such as the golf area, not only new products, second-hand clubs to choose from, but also a simulation area to try the feel, intimate and perfect service!
The exterior of the tennis area is marked with the word "Alpen FUKUOKA" lined up with second-hand balls, making it a great place to take pictures
Running shoe area in the shape of a running track
▋The largest in Kyushu!"Alpen FUKUOKA" floor must be visited, and the key points are fully organized
"Alpen FUKUOKA" is the largest sportswear specialty store in Kyushu, located in Canal City Hakata, with more than 280 branded items sold in a spacious 3-story, 3,000-tsubo store, and a wide range of styles and sizes, so you can buy all the goods of the whole size at once, making it easy to shop!
| 3F | SPORTS DEPO FLAGSHIP STORE Alpen Outdoors FLAGSHIP STORE | Baseball, softball, tennis/badminton, snooker Camping equipment, camping brands, mountaineering and hiking supplies, outdoor leisure clothing |
| 2F | SPORTS DEPO FLAGSHIP STORE | Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer/Indoor Soccer/Rugby, Running/Athletic Shoes, Swimming, Fitness, Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing, Children's Clothing |
| 1F | GOLF5 FLAGSHIP STORE | Golf clubs, custom clubs, used clubs, golf balls, peripheral accessories, golf apparel, golf shoes |
3F: Camping supplies
At the Alpen Outdoors FLAGSHIP STORE, you can see many of the tents in action
The popular brand "snowpeak" has a wide range of products and styles
The "Alpen Outdoors FLAGSHIP STORE" on the third floor can be said to be a shopping mecca for camping and outdoor goods, with about 180 brands and about 30,000 items to buy! SLEEPing", "AKARI" for lighting, "TABIKI" for fire-litting, "SOLO" for one-person camping, and "FOOD" for food seasoning. Because the classification is clear, it is easy to be "reminded" in the process of shopping, and what other products I didn't expect or didn't buy, and it was very enjoyable to shop!
The American camping brand "Coleman" also has a special area in the store
Whether you're camping crazy or not, it's highly recommended to visit the food seasoning section!
While it is often difficult to see a tent or sleeping bag open at a camping shop, "Alpen FUKUOKA" has an open account area where recommended items change from time to time, so you can go directly into the tent to give a more detailed picture of your longing camping life, and there is also a "SLEEPing" area where you can spread out your sleeping bag.
3F: Outdoor clothing products
Alpen Group自有的户外服饰品牌「TRIANTAN」
In addition to looking for products from brands, you can also look for the type of products you want to buy from the words in the store
There is a ramp next to the hiking shoe area, so you can actually walk around and simulate the situation of the site
In addition to camping props and food, outdoor clothing products are also quite rich, there are about 80 brands, about 8,000 items, easy to take care of your outfit! The reporter especially recommends to everyone Alpen Group and Japanese fashion brand BEAMS jointly launched the outdoor clothing brand TRIANTAN, which has both functionality and a sense of design, regardless of age and gender, and can be worn freely in daily life. In addition, it is also recommended to choose outdoor sneakers here, because there is a ramp carefully set up next to the store, and you can choose the most suitable products by actually walking through different angles and floor materials.
3F: Baseball, softball
MIZUNO认证的BSS SHOP
There are a wide range of brands and styles of basic baseball equipment such as gloves and bats
Speaking of baseball and softball equipment, of course, we must mention Mizuno, Japan's largest sporting goods manufacturer, and the "Alpen FUKUOKA" has a Mizuno-certified "BSS SHOP" that offers standard equipment such as gloves, bats, and protective gear, and you can also see signed equipment used by popular players at the store, and you can also buy major league goods. In addition, since the home stadium of the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks is located in Fukuoka, the store also sells team-related merchandise. If you want to make sure of the feel of the bat, there is a planning trial area next to the store, and if you want to "upgrade", "Alpen FUKUOKA" has a workshop that can be customized for processing and adjustment, and if you plan to buy gloves or spikes to give away, there is also an embroidery service. (Reminder: Processing or embroidery services are subject to an additional charge)
You can find Major League Baseball merchandise, and the reporter found Shohei Ohtani's cartoon T-shirt during the interview
Next to the store is the trial area
3F: tennis, billiards, badminton
Tennis area
There is a stringing machine in the store, so you can try it directly after buying and installing
There is also a special area for tennis, billiards, and badminton in the store on the 3rd floor, and the items and brands are also very complete, such as tennis balls with different thickness and rally levels, and the billiard racket rubber in the billiard area also includes the use of good players from all over the world. As you can see, Alpen FUKUOKA has borrowed more than 100 tennis rackets and more than 30 billiard rackets for trial play, and the floor of the tennis store is made of the same material as the Ariake Tennis Mori Park, where the Tokyo Olympics was held, so you can try on tennis shoes to international standards.
Hakyu District
There are confidential instruments in the store that allow you to test the balance of your racket for free
In addition, the store has the world's first swing weight machine "PRECISION SCAN" that automatically measures the weight and balance of a racket in about 5 seconds, so you can test tennis rackets and badminton rackets for free to find the most suitable racket for you in a more scientific and objective way. If you purchase string and racket together, you can use the YONEX stringing machine at the store, and if you pay an additional fee, you can complete the express plan in as little as 60 minutes!
Second-hand rackets are used for the decoration on the walls of the billiard area, which is both beautiful and eco-friendly
The rubber of billiard rackets includes the use of good players from all over the world
2F: Sneakers
Running shoes and clothing can be purchased here
Not only are there a variety of shoes in this area, but the floor is also made of the same material as the National Stadium track
If you want to choose a good pair of shoes, you can go to the sneakers section on the second floor, where you can buy shoes and apparel accessories from popular international brands such as The North Face, NIKE, adidas, puma, On, etc., and professional runners can also choose the shoes that best suit their foot shape with the latest foot measuring machine "FEET BOX EVO" launched by SIDAS, the top sports shoe insole brand in France. In addition, I believe that as soon as you enter the door, you will find that the store here is designed in the shape of a runway, in fact, the floor material is the same as the "New National Stadium", the main venue of the Tokyo Olympics, and the shoe trial environment is top-notch!
2F: Basketball
In the basketball area, the ceiling lighting is designed to look like a basketball court
NBA teams have a wide range of jerseys in all styles and sizes
Walking along the track, there is a basketball area, basketballs, sneakers, jerseys, pants and other goods are full of types and sizes, and it is also recommended for NBA fans to collect the uniforms of each team. "Alpen FUKUOKA" has also put a lot of effort into the design of the basketball court: the floor is made of white ash wood of the same material as the NBA court, the models are decorated with dynamic shooting poses, and when they look up at the ceiling, they are designed to look like a basketball court.
Jordan-branded shoes are also available
You can try on shoes on the same floor as the NBA court
2F: Football
The football area has a stadium atmosphere, with football goals and a ceiling in the shape of a stadium
Spikes have a variety of brands and styles
Football fans may find it difficult to keep their wallets when they come to the football market, but there are not only practical spikes, jerseys, socks and other supplies, including major brands such as Mizuno, NIKE, adidas, puma, ASICS, etc., but also more than 30 popular team jerseys such as Japan, the English Premier League, La Liga and other European leagues. The design of the football area is also very exquisite: in order to allow everyone to try on shoes closer to the condition of the stadium, not only the floor is paved with lawn, but even the shoe testing chairs are made of RECARO famous brand chair cushions used in internationally renowned stadiums.
Here you can buy the jerseys of each popular team
Buy a jersey here and get your name embroidered free of charge
2F: Men's, women's, children's outdoor leisure clothing brands
POPULAR BRAND NIKE COUNTER
Popular brand adidas counter
If you want to buy clothes that can be easily worn in your daily life, the second floor is home to 10 brands such as adidas, NIKE, New Balance, UNDER ARMOUR, puma, DESCENTE, OAKLEY, NEW ERA, TIGORA, CW-X, and many casual, lightweight, and functional products under the theme of "sports lifestyle". If you are confused and don't know how to dress, you can also scan the QR code on the sign to refer to the strict selection and matching of Alpen store staff in various branches across the country.
XEXYMIX, a well-known Korean yoga wear brand, also has a counter
Children's clothing area
In addition, in the women's sports clothing counter, you can find the clothing accessories that women need for fitness and yoga, and the well-known Korean yoga wear brand XEXYMIX also has a cabinet, which is very easy to shop. The size of the children's clothing area is also very complete, and the product design is not only cute and colorful, but also focuses on sweat absorption, quick drying and other functions in response to the children's active personality.
1F: GOLF5 Flagship Store, a golf club where you can buy clubs, shoes, and apparel at once!
Alps 自有选物品牌「GOLF5 PRESTIGE」
Golf clubs range from low-priced and good-looking to millions of high-end products
Whether you are new to golf and want to start with used clubs, or you are already a professional golfer and want to find high-quality clubs and equipment, you should definitely visit "Alpen FUKUOKA"! On the first floor, there is an entire floor of golf dedicated to the "GOLF5 FLAGSHIP STORE", which has a wide range of products to suit all budgets, and there is one of the most complete 2,500 used clubs in Japan, as well as a simulated trial area with 2 types and 5 seats. One of the mats is reserved for women, and there is a VIP personal trial space, so you can find a club that suits you smoothly by getting close to the real situation.
The brand has a fair selection of golf apparel
Simulated trial experience area in the VIP room
If you have difficulty choosing a choice, we recommend starting with Alpen's own brand GOLF5 PRESTIGE, which has only five stores in Japan, but this time there is a special section in "Alpen FUKUOKA", where you can also buy 22 golf apparel brands and 13 golf shoe brands, making it a shopping paradise for golf fans who can easily make a good spot from top to toe.
If you want to choose sports and camping equipment to your heart's content, you can go to Fukuoka Hakata "Alpen FUKUOKA"! With a wide range of items and sizes, you can get your family's equipment ready at once, and with many brands, it's easy to compare prices and goods.
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