Without Warning, Pop Mart Opens in Shanghai

Without Warning, Pop Mart Opens in Shanghai

Just a few days after announcing that it would not be opening any more pop-up stores in China, the popular Japanese retailer Pop Mart has quietly opened a new store in Shanghai.

According to local reports, the store opened on May 20, despite the company's previous statement that it would be focusing on online sales and not opening any more physical stores in China.

Pop Mart's sudden decision to open a new store in Shanghai has left many in the retail industry scratching their heads, and has sparked speculation about the company's true intentions.

"We have no plans to open any more pop-up stores in China," a spokesperson for Pop Mart said in a statement earlier this month.

However, it appears that the company may have been mistaken about its ability to keep its Shanghai store under wraps.

Pop Mart's sudden change of heart has left many in the retail industry wondering what prompted the company to open a new store in Shanghai after previously announcing that it would not be doing so.

As one industry insider noted, "This is a classic case of a company changing its mind after realizing that it made a mistake."

"We are committed to providing our customers with the best possible shopping experience, and we believe that opening a new store in Shanghai is the best way to do that," a spokesperson for Pop Mart said in a statement.

However, not everyone is convinced by Pop Mart's explanation.

"This is just a PR stunt to get attention and boost sales," said one industry expert.

Only time will tell if Pop Mart's decision to open a new store in Shanghai will pay off, but one thing is certain: the company's sudden change of heart has left many in the retail industry scratching their heads.

Author's note: This unexpected move by Pop Mart highlights the fast-paced and ever-changing nature of the retail industry, where companies must adapt quickly to remain competitive.

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Noms Magazine Noms Magazine — 2025-11-23

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