We learned earlier this month that a new Apple store was coming to Osaka, Japan, and the company has today shared photos ahead of Saturday’s official opening. Accessibility is cited a key factor in the store design.
Apple says that the Today at Apple workshops offered there will include one on taking advantage of Apple Intelligence features …
We’ve already seen some funky wallpaper to celebrate the new store. It’s now traditional for Apple to create fun, customized versions of its logo with features reflecting something of the local area or culture, using these to create wallpaper anyone can download for their devices.
Apple has now shown some photos of the new store, which the company says reflects the vibrancy and creativity of the area.
“We are thrilled to open Apple Umeda in Osaka, an extraordinary space built to reflect the energy of this dynamic city,” said Deirdre O’Brien, Apple’s senior vice president of Retail and People. “This new store celebrates the community of creatives and local businesses in the city, and our incredible team couldn’t be more excited to connect with our customers and help them discover all of our amazing products and services.”
The curved store frontage is accessed via a canopied walkway. Apple says that accessibility was a core consideration when designing the store.
Designed based on the philosophy of universal design, Apple Umeda has an inclusive layout that welcomes all customers. The height of the tables and chairs in the store varies, and the passageway is wide so that wheelchair users can move with confidence. For those who use hearing aids, we have a portable hearing group that can be used anywhere in the store, and at the Today at Apple table, you can use the auxiliary hearing group to participate in the session. .
You can see more photos below (tap/click to enlarge), and if you live locally the store opens at 10am on Saturday, with two Today at Apple workshops offered:
- “Say Hello to Apple Intelligence” introduces tips on how to use Apple Intelligence in everyday life to support a more fun and productive everyday life.
- In “Let’s take more attractive photos with iPhone”, we will dig deep into photography techniques and introduce the innovative camera features of the iPhone 16 lineup.
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