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Donki Thailand has officially launched its 8th branch at Central Department Store zone, Central Westgate, cashing in on the strong demand and purchasing power in Bangkok\u2019s western area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don Don Donki at Central Westgate has opened for full operations since September 9. This marks the 8th branch in Thailand and the first in Nonthaburi, serving as a new shopping magnet that delivers a complete retail experience, catering to the strong demand and purchasing power in Bangkok\u2019s western area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This launch reinforces PPIH Group\u2019s business expansion strategy in Southeast Asia while elevating the Don Don Donki brand image as a \u201cJapan Specialty Store\u201d with the concept of \u201cDelicious, Cute, and Fun,\u201d. The stores offers a unique experience for consumers of all ages, showcasing Japanese culture in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The move reinforces Central Westgate as a destination that brings together top brands to meet every lifestyle, the store offers a complete eat-shop-play experience. This further underscores the store potential as a super regional mall and a true hub of western Bangkok, reaching over 15 million potential customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don Don Donki at Central Westgate is strategically located at the heart of a bustling suburban hub, particularly within the Central Westgate Department Store zone. As a destination designed to inspire every moment of life, it brings together leading brands and services that cater to the lifestyles of young people and families alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The store offers products and menu items that blend Japanese culture with Thai tastes, establishing itself as a new go-to destination for delicious food, fun, and lifestyle experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Currently, there are eight Donki stores in Thailand including at Seacon Srinakarin, Bangkhae, Thaniya (Silom) Fashion Island Ramintra, MBK, Thonglor and J Park Sriracha and the latest store at CentralWestgate.  Donki has retail space of 800-2,000 square metres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donki continues to open its store in Thailand because its brand is well recognized among Thais because a big number of Thais have travelled to Japan annually and enjoyed shopping sprees there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don Don Donki at Central Westgate was opened on the ground floor with 1,600 square metres, aiming to capture Thai customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donki has expanded its business to Asia with its first opening in Singapore 8 years ago. In Thailand, the first Don Don Donki is opened in Thonglor Soi 10. In addition to Thailand, it has operations in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia and Macao.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best-selling items are Japanese sweet potato, seasonal fruit and cheese stick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donki Thailand is the joint venture between Saha Group, TOA Group and Don Don Donki, holding stake 18%, 18% and 64% respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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