Malaysia’s premier shopping destination, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, marked
the 9th Anniversary of its award-winning precinct Tokyo Street today at a festive celebration attended by
the Japanese community in Malaysia.
Since its launch on 29 July 2011, Tokyo Street has showcased the beautiful culture of Japan to Malaysians
and visitors of Pavilion KL. The mall was the first to offer a dedicated precinct celebrating Japanese
culture, arts, retail and food. Inspired by the iconic districts in Tokyo - Asakusa, Ginza and Shibuya, Tokyo
Street blends the urban cosmopolite-feel with the rich heritage and traditions of Japan.
In the nine years of Tokyo Street’s enduring success, the bilateral relationship between Japan and
Malaysia continues to flourish. At the festive celebration today, Pavilion KL celebrated with long-standing
friends in the Japanese community, comprising Guest of Honour, His Excellency Oka Hiroshi, Ambassador
of Japan to Malaysia and his wife Madam Oka Rieko, in their first official visit to Pavilion KL and Tokyo
Street. The event was also attended by Dato’ Joyce Yap, Chief Executive Officer of Retail, Pavilion KL and
representatives from various Japanese associations in Malaysia including Mr. Yoshiake Okabe, President
of The Japan Club of KL; Mr. Shimada Seiya, President of The Japan Foundation; Ms. Mai Onazawa,
Managing Director of Japan External Trade Organisation; Ms. Chiemi Maruyama, Executive Director of
Japan National Tourism Organisation and Mr. Takero Sawamura, Vice President of The Japanese Chamber
of Trade and Industry Malaysia. The celebratory event was also attended by members of the media, as
well as partners and guests of Pavilion KL
Kickstarting the event was a stunning Japanese drum performance, welcoming the esteemed guests,
before His Excellency Oka Hiroshi and wife, Madam Oka Rieko together with YBhg Dato’ Joyce Yap, CEO
of Retail, Pavilion KL participated in a traditional sake barrel breaking ceremony to celebrate new
milestones and usher in peace, harmony and fortune. With blessings from the Guests of Honour, the
ceremonial event culminated with a cake-cutting ceremony and a kanpei toast together with guests to
celebrate another amazing year of Tokyo Street.
“It has been 9 years since Tokyo Street was introduced to Malaysia. Pavilion Kuala Lumpur was the first mall
to design a dedicated precinct celebrating Japanese culture, arts, retail and food. Tokyo Street is now a
recognized brand name, not only with the shoppers but with international tourists and the shopping mall
industry in the region. Thank you to all who have supported the enduring success of Tokyo Street, from
shoppers to tenants, partners to the Japanese community in Malaysia. We look forward to celebrating many
more anniversaries together.” Says Dato’ Joyce Yap, CEO of Retail, Pavilion KL.
It was a fun-filled and joyous celebration as shoppers and guests embarked on the Yukata Experience to
try on traditional Japanese Yukatas, show off their arcade gaming skills and even pick a wish from
colourful “tanzaku” papers and tie them on sakura trees for good luck and blessings. Guests and shoppers
were also treated to a Traditional Japanese Summer Dance performance specially choreographed and
performed by the staff of Pavilion KL. His Excellency Oka Hiroshi, Madam Oka Rieko and guests were also
welcomed to their first official tour of Tokyo Street. During the tour, VIPs and invited guests were treated
to several workshops and activities curated by Tokyo Street tenants.
This year, as many were not able to travel to Japan to witness the blooming of the elusive sakura (cherry
blossoms), Pavilion KL invited shoppers to enjoy the hanami or “blossom-watching” custom at the mall,
in conjunction with the 9th anniversary of Tokyo Street. This July, Tokyo Street was filled with immersive
experiences to experience Japan culturally, from fun activities, promotions, delectable treats and rewards.
Highlights include the Yukata Experience, where shoppers may don traditional yukata and snap Instaworthy photos. In honour of the Tanabata festival, shoppers may pick a colourful “tanzaku” wish to tie on
sakura trees for good luck and blessings. In collaboration with Art WeMe Contemporary Gallery, Pavilion
KL is the only place in Malaysia to showcase the iconic art of Japanese contemporary artist Shiro Utafusa.
At the Games Galore Fiesta, shoppers of all ages may try their chances at the claw machines and various
arcade games. Numerous photo opportunities of sakura blooms and Japanese-inspired features can be
discovered mall-wide and Pavilion KL’s exclusive sakura filter on Instagram makes the sharing even more
fun with #HappyAnniversaryTokyoStreet #PavilionTokyoStreet and #PavilionKL. The annual Japan Expo
Malaysia 2020 (JEMY 2020) is also back virtually! Visit them online at their Facebook page to discover
online activities and stand a chance to win Tokyo Street dining vouchers!
In conjunction with Tokyo Street’s 9th Anniversary celebrations, RM9 food deals could also be found in
the precincts numerous restaurants. Don’t miss a host of rewards and redemptions from Pavilion KL and
our banking partner Maybank to top off your Japanese-inspired shopping experience.
For more information, visit Pavilion KL’s website at www.pavilion-kl.com, Instagram account at
https://www.instagram.com/pavilionkualalumpur/ or contact Pavilion KL’s Concierge at 03 2118 8833.
About Pavilion KL
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur is an award-winning, world-class mixed-use urban development located in the
heart of Bukit Bintang, the shopping district of Malaysia. Pavilion Kuala Lumpur blends the best of the
international and local retail world with over 700 stores and eight themed precincts. Attracting over 30
million visitors annually, this premier shopping destination is a duty-free shopping paradise and the
defining authority in fashion, dining and urban leisure. It is a 3-minute walk from the Pavilion Bukit Bintang
MRT station. Visit www.pavilion-kl.com for updates on the latest trends, offers and events.
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