"TOKYO TO SOHO" Sets the Tone for Welcoming Customers to First GU Store in U.S.A. Pop-up Opens in New York City on October 7

Japanese fashion retailer GU (pronounced by the letters 'G' and 'U') today announces that its first store in the U.S.A. will open at 10AM on Friday, October 7, 2022. With its brand theme "TOKYO TO SOHO," GU SoHo New York aims to be a store that is loved by and grows together with the city's SoHo neighborhood, which welcomes people of diverse cultures, values, and lifestyles.

Commenting on today's announcement, Osamu Yunoki, CEO of G.U. Co., Ltd., said, "I am thrilled that we are opening our first store in the United States, and indeed in North America. New York City is a hub for fashion brands from all over the world, and we are confident in the trendiness and appeal of GU products. We are eager to showcase our superior customer service to all visitors, whether they are New York locals or those coming from abroad."

GU is also pleased to announce that it will provide its unique and popular "GU Osharista" style advisors to customers in its new SoHo store. The term "Osharista" is a combination of the Japanese word oshare (pronounced oh-sha-ray), meaning fashionable and the English word fashionista. From today, the brand launches an official GU website and social media accounts for the U.S.A. to introduce its 2022 Fall/Winter collection.

■ A Specially Selected Assortment of Products

GU offers trendy designs with reassuring quality at an affordable price in pursuit of its own individual brand value. The store will be outfitted with the latest fashionable items to satisfy any fashion-lover who visits. Furthermore, the store will feature the freshest stylings from its unique "GU Osharista" style advisors.

■ Fluffy Cable Turtleneck Short Sweater (Women's)

This knit features material with a distinctive fluffy feel and makes the wearer feel more fashionable. With rich, vivid colors and a wide-ranging number of design variations featuring different trend elements, customers can freely dress to match their mood.

Price : $29.90

Size : S, M, L, XL

Color : 7 Colors (Orange, Off-white, Green, Purple, Pink, Black, and Gray)

Price	:	$29.90
Size	:	S, M, L, XL
Color	:	7 Colors (Orange, Off-white, Green, Purple, Pink, Black, and Gray)

■ In-tucked Wide Pants (Women's)

Wide pants designed with a sense of three-dimensionality that delivers a slim-look waistline. The pants are hard to wrinkle, even after washing, and easy-care functionality saves wearers the trouble of excessive maintenance.

Price : $39.90

Size : S, M, L, XL

Color : 6 colors (Black, Brown, Purple, Gray, Yellow, Green)

Price	:	$39.90
Size	:	S, M, L, XL
Color	:	6 colors (Black, Brown, Purple, Gray, Yellow, Green)

■ Sweat Pullover Hoodie (Men's)

A distinctive sweater made with thick, puffy fabric. Its loose silhouette and retro colors allow this piece to complete a trendy look.

Price : $39.90

Size : S, M, L, XL, XXL

Color : 6 colors (Gray, Blue, Black, Brown, Dark Brown, Light Blue)

Price	:	$39.90
Size	:	S, M, L, XL, XXL
Color	:	6 colors (Gray, Blue, Black, Brown, Dark Brown, Light Blue)

■ HEAT PADDED Jacket (Men's)
HEAT PADDED Detachable Hood Jacket (Women's)

Padded outerwear that is light despite its excellent heat retention. Available in a rich variety of colors and designs that allow customers to enjoy trendy fashion. As functional outerwear that realizes both warmth and style, these items take the top spot among recommended GU products for this winter.

Price : $59.90

Size : S, M, L, XL, XXL (XXL available in Men's only)

Men's : 5 colors (Black, Green, Beige, Navy, Wine)

Women's : 5 colors (Black, Nude, Brown, Yellow, Blue)

Price	:	$59.90
Size	:	S, M, L, XL, XXL (XXL available in Men's only)
Men's	:	5 colors (Black, Green, Beige, Navy, Wine)
Women's	:	5 colors (Black, Nude, Brown, Yellow, Blue)

■ Website and Social Media Accounts for the U.S.A.

From today, customers can see the upcoming GU 2022 Fall/Winter collection on the official website, or on the official Instagram and TikTok U.S. accounts.

Website	：	https://www.gu-global.com/jp/ja/service/os/us-online/
Instagram	：	@gu_usa_official
TikTok	：	@gu_usa

■ Opening Weekend Special Promotions
To celebrate the opening of the new store and thank visiting customers, GU has prepared a number of special promotions. On opening day, the first 200 customers to enter the store and who follow GU on social media will receive as a special present: a check-pattern stole (not for sale) that can be used as a fashion accent. Additionally, the first 3,000 customers to purchase at least one item can receive a free GU Tote Bag by following GU on social media.

From October 7 to 10, GU SoHo New York will hold an In-store Lucky Lottery Event, with no purchase necessary to enter. Additionally, for these four days only, certain popular items will be available at a special sale price.

Store Overview

Store name	:	GU Soho New York Store
Location	:	579 Broadway, New York, NY, 10012
Sales floor area	:	Approx. 2,900 ft² (or 80 tsubo)
No. of floors	:	One ground floor
Products Carried	:	Women's, Men's, Goods
Opening Hours	:	10:00AM～8:00PM
Planned opening	:	October 7 (Friday), 2022

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