Popular Japanese chain 2nd Street to open at 313@somerset

Popular Japanese reuse shop 2nd Street is slated to open its first Singapore outlet in 313@somerset in Orchard Road.

The 6,198 sq ft store will open its doors in end-April, and carry over 22,000 second-hand items from Japan, a spokesman confirmed, in response to queries from The Straits Times.

Videos on social media platforms show the hoarding up for units B1-23 to 34. The outlet will replace Pomelo, the clothing retailer that previously occupied the space in the mall.

With more than 800 stores in Japan, 2nd Street is one of Asia's most renowned second-hand luxury and vintage store. It carries a range of goods including clothes, bags and furniture.

The chain has over 900 stores globally, including 48 in the United States, 23 in Malaysia, 38 in Taiwan and four in Thailand, with another upcoming store in Hong Kong.

The brand is known for selling unique and trendy second-hand apparel in premium condition, including designer goods.

According to its website, the upcoming outlet will also allow customers to appraise and sell their pre-loved items for cash.

Some people have taken to social media to express their excitement.

"About time. Excited to see what's in store," said one TikToker who goes by the username alexis.cheong.

However, others have expressed concerns over the affordability of the items in store, considering the high retail space rental in the Orchard shopping belt.

TikTok user kikaytrekkie wrote: "I have doubts I can find anything here. It will not be the same as Tokyo."

Checks by ST show that 2nd Street has listed recruitment advertisements on at least two job search websites, which require retail associates to start work in early March.