Just a quick JR ride from Nishinomiya. For three days, 10/6 (Mon), 10/7 (Tue), and 10/8 (Wed), European children’s clothing brand “loulou EMIU” will be holding a POPUP near JR Ashiya Station.
Here it is↓
The hours are 11:00–17:00. It’s easy to get to from JR Nishinomiya and Sakura Shukugawa too, so stopping by after lunch sounds like a nice little detour. There will also be a debut showing of brands being carried for the first time from the autumn/winter collection.
Here it is on the map↓
The address is Arpa Ashiya 1-25-103 Funadocho, Ashiya City, Hyogo Prefecture.
The kind of outfits that make people say, “So cute!” They’re elegant and photo-friendly, and also perfect as ceremony outfits for special occasions.
- Fabrics and details that are uniquely European and not widely available in Japan
- Hand-smocked embroidery by artisans that’s seriously charming
- Some patterns are apparently so popular that even the brands are running short on fabric, so check them out at the venue
They look great on social media when worn by parents and children or siblings together. Since they’re rare in Japan, there’s almost no chance of matching with someone else. It’s always nice when people ask “Where is that from?” at shrine visits or recitals, isn’t it?
This. They’ll also have shoes and accessories from a brand favored by the British royal family to go with the clothes. It’s rare to be able to put together such an elegant look all the way down to the shoes. Apparently they’re so comfortable that every child who tries them on ends up wearing them home.
Workshops Parents and Children Can Enjoy Together
- 10/6 (Mon) 13:30–16:00: Baby hair clips, 2 pieces, about 30 minutes, 1,200 yen
─ Choose from fabrics that can only be found in Europe. Materials are limited, so if you’d like to join, applying in advance via Instagram is recommended - 10/7 (Tue) from 13:00: Brewing and tasting organic and caffeine-free coffee 1,000 yen
Event Overview
The venue is Gallery “T”, a 3-minute walk from JR Ashiya Station, on the same row as Daimaru Ashiya.
- loulou EMIU POPUP in Ashiya
- Dates and time: 10/6 (Mon)–10/8 (Wed) 11:00–17:00
- Venue: Gallery T（Arpa Ashiya 1-25-103 Funadocho, Ashiya City） 3-minute walk from JR Ashiya Station
- Parking: Parking meters in front of the venue / nearby coin parking lots
- Special offer: Original novelty gift with purchases of 15,000 yen or more（while supplies last）
- Payment: Cash, credit cards, and various QR code payments
- Note: Fitting room available. Please check prices and stock at the venue
▶ Check the latest items on Instagram!
Finally
The events held in Shukugawa and Koyoen were popular, and now it’s finally coming to Ashiya too. The new autumn/winter items are definitely worth checking out, and since it’s in the neighboring city, JR users can get there in no time. Clothes that are cute while still having real elegance, and that bring out a child’s natural charm, aren’t easy to find.
