OWNDAYS Expands Overseas Presence with More Than Half of 640 Stores Located Outside Japan

Japanese eyeglass retailer OWNDAYS has expanded its international footprint, with more than half of its total 640 stores now located overseas. The company, which began rapid expansion beyond Japan into Singapore, Taiwan, and the wider Southeast Asian market following a 2008 restructuring by chairman Shuji Tanaka, offers over 1,000 items per store. Founded in 1989, OWNDAYS is described as Japan’s fastest-growing eyeglass provider. The source highlights the brand's strategy to simplify the buying process and cater to diverse customer needs through extensive inventory and global reach.