12 August 2025, Mumbai
Japanese sportswear brand Asics India aims to expand its retail presence to 200 stores by 2026-end. This expansion will include the launch of its first company-owned outlet later this year.
The company recently opened its largest flagship store in India, located at Delhi's Connaught Place. The 2,800 sq ft store provides an immersive retail experience across its Performance Running, Core Performance Sport, SportStyle, and Apparel categories.
The new store will strengthen the brand’s physical presence besides creating a space for community, creativity and high-performance innovation, says Rajat Khuarana, Managing Director, Asics India and South Asia. Currently on a strong growth trajectory, India’s footwear market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 12.2 per cent, he adds.
Founded by Kihachiro Onitsuka in 1949, Asics is a leading designer and manufacturer of running shoes, athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. The company currently operates 127 stores across India.
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