Japanese confectioner Rokkatei will open its Southern California store in the U.S. state of California on September 10.
This marks its first foray overseas. The store will be located at the Victoria Gardens shopping mall in Rancho Cucamonga, between Swarovski and MAC. Build-out work began in February ahead of the opening. It will hold its grand opening on September 13, and a photo booth event will take place on September 20 and 21.
Rokkatei opened in 1933 in Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan, as “Obihiro Senshuan.” It is also known for producing and selling Japan’s first white chocolate. Its signature “Marusei Butter Sandwich” was launched in 1977. The company operates stores only within Hokkaido in Japan. Sales for the fiscal year ending March 2025 were 21.6 billion yen.
At the Southern California store, popular items such as “Marusei Butter Sandwich,” “Marusei Caramel,” and “Menkoi Daiheigen,” along with sundries, will be available. Local California confections unique to the region will also make their debut.
Hours are Monday-Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday-Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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