First look inside Trafford Centre's new lifestyle store opening soon after major revamp

A popular east-Asian inspired lifestyle store has undergone a major revamp as it moves to its new Trafford Centre location. Now boasting two floors, the newly renovated KENJI has opened its doors, offering customers exclusive and innovative interactive features setting this flagship design apart from their other UK stores.

Home to collectable plushies, east-Asian snacks and drinks, stationary and homeware, KENJI has been redesigned based on their upcoming KENJILand game app which will launch alongside a new arcade.

As you walk into the store, you walk through a traditional Japanese torii gate, setting the stage for a journey into the unique fusion of east-Asian and British culture.

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Originally established in Bury in 2015, KENJI has relocated to an upgraded 5,500 sq ft unit with stand-out features such as the introduction of a mezzanine floor, marking the first time KENJI has expanded to two levels.

Among the new interactive elements is a character selection screen, providing a playful and engaging experience for visitors of all ages. Foodies will be able to get their hands on popular treats including canned bubble tea, Japanese Lays crisps, and TikTok famous spicy ramen.

Fans of the brand will also find a 'makers kiosk' within the store, which is a dedicated space for local artists to feature and sell their products. The official grand opening of the store will be held on Saturday (March 16) from 11am.

The first 100 customers that spend over £10 will receive a goody bag, and visitors can experience a range of east Asian themed activities such as an origami station and a Japanese name-writing station,