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Self-care is of the utmost importance in today’s society as more people look to maintain and improve their physical and mental well-being. However, some may not know where to start when caring for themselves. With the new year coming up, it’s the perfect opportunity to adopt some self-care habits that can help you reinvent yourself.  […]

Major champion Yuka Saso’s buildup for the 2023 LPGA season gathers momentum in terms of support as she linked up with Federal Land, Inc., becoming a brand ambassador for the country’s top real estate developer. The 2021 US Women’s Open champion said she’s delighted to have signed up with Federal Land, which marked its golden […]

Yuka Saso sees a special connection between her Filipino and Japanese roots as she returns to the country to give a glimpse of her world-class talent. In a ceremonial tee-off at Mitsukoshi BGC, the first Japanese-inspired mall in the Philippines, Saso showcased her swing in front of the junior golfers and enthusiasts. “We believe that […]

Major champion Yuka Saso’s buildup for the 2023 LPGA season gathers momentum in terms of support as she linked up with Federal Land, Inc., becoming a brand ambassador for the country’s top real estate developer. The 2021 US Women’s Open champion said she’s delighted to have signed up with Federal Land, which marked its golden […]

Japan sets the bar high for various things—from fashion, food, and interior design to the age-old tradition of hot spring or onsen. Soaking in a hot bath is not only a healthy tradition but is already one of the must-try activities for tourists visiting Japan.  Those long, hot baths tie back to the Japanese people’s […]

Are you on your way to getting your very first home? Having a place of your own is one of the most fulfilling experiences. As the saying goes, “There is no satisfaction, no greater gratification, than that you receive when you close on the purchase of your own home.” Suffice it to say, the costs […]

MANILA, Philippines – Who’s up for some fluffy, Japanese doughnuts? Me! And after trying out Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory’s newest pastry and Japan’s latest food craze – the Nama Doughnuts – I believe you should be, too. The new sweet treat of Japanese pastry kiosk Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory (TMCF) is only available to order […]

If you are in the mood for exotic flavors, the Metro Park community in Manila Bay Area is laden with many creative restaurants serving mouth-watering Asian menu in al fresco seating. Choose from Filipino, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Taiwanese, Singaporean, and Korean dishes at the Blue Bay Walk and Met Live malls in Pasay City. Conti’s […]

According to a brand study conducted by Federal Land, sustainable living has become one of the salient points of modern lifestyles. As such, many home buyers and investors consider sustainability as one of their biggest motivators for buying a property.  Mixed-use developments are excellent examples of sustainable land use, combining multiple property types—residential, commercial, industrial—into […]

Parents only want the best for their children, so having a happy and healthy baby is one of the greatest gifts they can have.  Another parenting goal is to keep their kids safe in a well-built home and secure neighborhood. Here, a condominium unit can provide the necessary protective measures for your baby while offering […]

The way to the heart is through the stomach, they say. Sharing meals with our nearest and dearest, after all, can be as personal and intimate as it is festive and celebratory. It’s a toast to many things all at once: the friendships built through the years and the occasions that brought us together, the […]

The bookstore big shot is ushering in the post Covid years with a dream come true One of the most buzzed-about attractions in the recently opened Mitsukoshi mall in BGC is the first Books Kinokuniya store in the country. And no one is likely happier about the excitement surrounding it than the Filipino partner that […]

The holiday season is almost here, so it’s time to plan festive celebrations for friends and family. If you are hosting one of these celebrations in your condo unit, know there are several ways to maximize your space and entertain your guests properly. Take a deep breath, follow these tips on hosting a holiday party […]

Japanese cuisine has always been about the freshness and authenticity of one’s ingredients. And if we’re talking about here in the Philippines, the ready availability of these ingredients for the regular homeowner and budding chef. This is my segue to why we all should applaud, and be overjoyed, that Mitsukoshi Fresh is now at The […]

The year-end holidays are just around the corner. That means it’s time to bring those Christmas ornaments out of their storage boxes, decorate your condo, and enjoy the Yuletide spirit.  If you want a different spin for this year’s season, why not go Filipino with your Christmas decorations? A Paskong Pinoy theme hits differently for […]

You and I are a good matcha! #TheMatchaTokyo is now in the Philippines! Serving one of the highest quality matchas to the world! What is Matcha? Matcha is a type of Japanese tea made from a plant called “tea tree”. The leaves of the tea tree are carefully picked, steamed, dried, and ground with a […]

The Philippines’ beloved bookstore teams up with Japan bookstore chain in a newly opened branch at Mitsukoshi BGC Art as we know it embodies many forms. These constant treasures we have in our daily lives are evidence and reminders of the beauty of being alive. Our senses are granted limitless opportunities of seeing, feeling and […]

Japanese department store chain Mitsukoshi opens its first-ever branch here in Manila. How will this compete with local department stores? We have here in the studio, General Manager Mitsunori Morohoshi and the President of Mitsukoshi Federal Retail Yoji Kawaguchi. Read more: CNN Philippines – TV

Projected as the ‘Next Manila Lifestyle’, Mitsukoshi’s first outlet in the Philippines opens its doors to the metro at Taguig City Over time, more Filipinos grew interested in the Land of the Rising Sun and its rich culture. Home of the soaring Mt. Fuji, picturesque cherry blossoms, stylish kimonos and yukatas, Japan is recognised around […]

The curious are expected to troop to the newly Mitsukoshi BGC this weekend—here’s what they can expect Saying that being inside the new Mitsukoshi mall in BGC is like being in Japan might be a bit of a stretch but, having toured the almost complete shopping complex during its launch date, one no doubt gets […]

Once the keys to your condo unit are in your hands, your journey of creating your dream house begins.  There may be several things you need to consider when designing and furnishing your condo unit from scratch. If you do things right, making every element in your home fall into place is easy.  Let this […]

Major Japanese department store operator Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings has opened its first store in the Philippines, tapping the Southeast Asian country’s growth potential as it aims to promote lifestyle products from Japan. The new Mitsukoshi BGC shopping mall, which opened Friday in the upscale Bonifacio Global City district of Manila, offers a range of Japanese […]

Department store applies lessons learned from setbacks in Southeast Asia Federal Land Chair Alfred Ty, right, stands beside the Mitsukoshi Lion statue with other VIPs during a Nov. 17 unveiling event at the newly-built Mitsukoshi BGC mall in Manila. (Photo by Yuichi Shiga) YUICHI SHIGA and DAIKI HIRAOKA, Nikkei staff writers MANILA/TOKYO — Mitsukoshi, Japan’s […]

Major Japanese department store operator Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings Ltd. has opened its first store in the Philippines, tapping the Southeast Asian country’s growth potential as it aims to promote lifestyle products from Japan. The new Mitsukoshi BGC shopping mall, which opened Friday in the upscale Bonifacio Global City district of the capital Manila, offers a […]