On Wednesday, August 19, Assouline opens at the HANKYU LUXURY International Boutiques on the 6th floor of Hankyu Umeda Main Store, bringing a space designed to capture the brand's distinctive world.
Founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline, Assouline is a luxury brand centered on the theme of culture. Its journey began with a wish to create a modern, new style of book, drawing on the couple's eye for capturing visually rich and compelling stories. Driven by a passion for knowledge, culture, and travel, Assouline has expanded that vision to publish more than 2,000 titles alongside special limited editions, home fragrances, and its own line of library accessories.
Striking Original Books That Double as Interior Pieces
Assouline's books are organized into five collections: Ultimate, Legends, Classics, Hospitality, and Icons. Within these are the maison's signature series, including the Travel series, the Impossible Collection, the Chic series, the Style series, and Wine & Travel, spanning genres such as fashion, art, design, travel, and food. Assouline's collaborators include internationally respected brands, artists, photographers, writers, and designers. Each title is guided from concept to production by Assouline's in-house creative team and brought to life through top-level design and craftsmanship, a journey of artisanal skill. Through its distinctive style and elegant expertise, Assouline is redefining contemporary publishing worldwide.
Luxurious Accessories That Awaken the Senses and Elevate Any Space
Assouline also offers accessories and home fragrances for the study or library. The lineup ranges from candles that evoke memories of travel and a beloved reading room to elegant bookstands, as well as artistic bookends from the newly launched Library Collection, available exclusively at Hankyu Umeda Main Store. Every item is crafted with the same attention to detail found throughout Assouline's design, combining refined craftsmanship with timeless beauty.
Through beautiful, functional items that complement its books, Assouline expresses its aesthetic and invites those with a curious, cultured spirit to create a private space of their own.
