ICONSIAM is set on the west side of Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. It is one of Thailand's largest retail investments. With nine million square meters of luxury retail space and two extravagance condominiums, the estate is created under the theme "combination of world's ultimate and Thailand's ultimate." Along the river, a 400-meter-long outdoor activity space will be used for grand water and light shows as well as other spectacles.
Mr. Shigeru Kimoto President of Takashimaya Group says "Takashimaya was founded in 1831 in Kyoto and has continued its operation since then. Now the business is over 180 years old. We first grew in Japan and then expanded into Asia such as Takashimaya Singapore, Shanghai Takashimaya (China), Ho Chi Minh Takashimaya (Vietnam), and SIAM Takashimaya (Thailand) as the 4th overseas branch. Altogether we have over 20 branches. We are proud that this Japanese retail business has grown steadily. As for SIAM Takashimaya, we are honored to be part of ICONSIAM, which is a gargantuan project in the history of Thailand."
Mr. Shigeru adds that "the concept of SIAM Takashimaya is the mixture of Thai department store and Japan's Takashimaya. We gather "products from the land of the rising sun" here with over 530 shops, of which 80 stores are open in Thailand for the first time. The staffs are ready to give you a warm Japanese welcome or "Omotenashi." We believe that every customer will be impressed with our hospitality."
Additionally, the Takashimaya Singapore has successfully established in Singapore and been operating for 25 years, therefore, management and strategies in terms of resource, knowledge, and brand awareness have been applied on the management of the Thai branch to transform SIAM Takashimaya into a grand shopping center that caters to Thai lifestyle and become a popular destination for all.