Azabu Tailor, a prominent Japanese custom menswear brand operated by Sanko Co., Ltd., announced the permanent closure of its Ginza 7th Store on September 30, alongside the upcoming grand opening of its upgraded Ginza Six location. The strategic shift consolidates the retailer’s tailoring presence within the upscale Tokyo shopping district, maintaining multiple touchpoints for bespoke garments while phasing out the long-standing 7th-chome showroom.
Ginza 7th Store Closure and Ginza Six Evolution
The Ginza 7th Store concluded its operations on September 30, shuttering a familiar storefront that served clients seeking custom-made suits, shirts, jackets, and trousers. According to corporate closure notices published by Sanko Co., Ltd., the brand directs patrons seeking ongoing bespoke tailoring services toward nearby locations, primarily highlighting the newly renovated Ginza Six store.
Bespoke Tailoring Offerings and Seasonal Collections
Despite the retail footprint adjustments in Tokyo, Azabu Tailor continues to market its core domestic manufacturing capabilities across its nationwide store network. Regional branches, such as the Kobe location, recently expanded their portfolios to include women’s custom tailoring—encompassing bespoke skirts, jackets, and suits—alongside traditional men’s offerings. Recent staff showcases from the brand highlight seasonal collaborations with British mills, including heavyweight cavalry twill fabrics from Lassiere Mills designed for autumn and spring wardrobes.
Retail Footprint Across Japan
The brand maintains a widespread physical presence spanning major metropolitan regions outside the capital, operating dedicated storefronts in cities including Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo, and Kyoto. Each location provides individual fitting appointments and online reservation systems for custom trousers, formalwear, and overcoats, ensuring continuous service access for clients affected by the Ginza 7th branch closure.
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