The Daiso chain of Japanese discount variety stores continues its cautious expansion in Canada with its fifth store opened in B.C’s Lower Mainland area, a 4014 square foot location opened in August in the SoCo Burquitlam at 500 Young Dr. in Coquitlam. In addition, Daiso is preparing to open shortly in the H-Mart Asian supermarket on Nicola Ave. in Port Coquitlam, about ten kilometres southeast of the SoCo Burquitlam site. Founded in Japan in 1972, Daiso has grown into an international brand known for its broad selection, colourful merchandise and value-oriented pricing. Presently there are over 6000 stores worldwide stores offering an extensive assortment of affordable everyday products across numerous categories, including household goods, kitchenware, stationery, beauty accessories, toys, crafts, seasonal decorations and storage solutions. Marga Chan at Jones Lang LaSalle handles the real estate search in British Columbia for the chain targeting stores in the 5000 to 7000 square foot range.
Jones Lang LaSalle, 510 West Georgia St., Suite 2150, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 0M3 (Marga Chan – 604/998-6130 marga.chan@jll.com)
Daiso Canada Ltd., 4151 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond, British Columbia V6X 4J7 (www.daisoca.com)