ABC-MART Opens Its First Store In The Philippines At BGC

ABC-MART Grand Stage has officially opened its doors at Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, for its flagship store in the Philippines, offering music lovers and concertgoers a curated selection of footwear and accessories — perfect for concerts, gigs, and music festivals.

The Japanese footwear retailer celebrated its grand opening on October 10 (Friday) with a fusion of music, fashion, and Japanese culture. Guests enjoyed Taiko drummers and DJ sets, making the event lively and memorable. The first 100 customers received special goodie bags containing a notebook, keychain, and a PHP 1,000 gift voucher.

ABC-MART features top brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, ASICS, Vans, New Balance, Saucony, Salomon, Patrick, Crocs, and more, offering limited-edition items and exclusive releases. Through the Grand Stage concept, the brand elevates sneaker shopping experiences with a premium, curated selection from the world’s best brands.

Originally established in Japan in 1985 as Kokusai Boeki Shoji, the company rebranded to ABC-MART in 1990 and now operates over 1,000 stores across Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. ABC-MART has also launched its official online store and the ABCLUB loyalty program, which offers members perks such as cashback, free shipping, priority access to exclusive releases, and birthday discounts.

“We’ve prepared a truly memorable shopping experience for customers. With this store, we’re introducing not only a wide selection of top footwear brands but also the spirit of Japanese service and retail innovation that has made ABC-MART Grand Stage a trusted brand,” says Kabir Buxani, Director of SONAK Retail Group.

Highlighting the brand’s expansion and innovative store concept, Koji Higashimae, CEO of ABC-MART SONAK Philippines, adds, “We’re very excited to finally welcome everyone to ABC-MART Grand Stage Manila, which opens as a 4.0 store, one of the first in Southeast Asia. Here, customers will find a dedicated Wellness Corner with a special running area, where both entry-level and fashionable running shoes for everyday use are available.”

ABC-MART Grand Stage is now open at C1, Bonifacio High Street Central, 5th Avenue corner 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City. Store hours are Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Friday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.