Experience futuristic shopping: reveal Japan's first OMO store "CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA" shopping hands-free shopping basket!

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With the rapid advancement of technology, shopping patterns are constantly evolving. The popularization of the Internet and the popularity of mobile payments have made online shopping a mainstream! Japan's department store industry keeps pace with the times, offering unique and surprising shopping experiences.

One of the most striking innovations is "CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA", which is a virtual-real integrated OMO sales type department store , built by SOGO Seibu in Shibuya.

As a futuristic shopping space, in CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA, we no longer simply pick products, check out and leave, but enter a world that combines technology, creativity and unique design .

In this article, we will explore the stores of the future shopping experience of "CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA". I will introduce its unique shopping model and discuss how it brings consumers a more convenient shopping method through online ordering through QR code.

At the same time, we will also take you to different areas to experience the unique environment and atmosphere of "CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA".

CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA

"CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA" is the first media-type OMO store tried by the Japanese department store industry . It is also a texture selection store full of creativity and design.

It mainly sells brands with minimalist designs, including fashion clothing, beauty products, daily groceries and selected food, and each product exudes a unique charm.

OMO Glossary

"OMO" is the abbreviation of "Online Merge Offline", which means combining online and offline elements in the shopping experience.

The OMO shopping model aims to integrate the advantages of online shopping and physical stores, and provide consumers with more convenient and diversified shopping methods.

"CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA" is located between the loft and MUJI of the Seibu Shibuya store.

Smartphones will play the role of part of the sales staff here, such as explaining products. Through the system, customers do not need to carry shopping baskets to buy in the store. Therefore, it is necessary to scan the QRcode for shopping in the store .

CHOOSEBASE Connect to WiFi in one second

"CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA" provides a convenient service of free Wi-Fi, so that customers can enjoy smooth Internet in the store. Just scan the QR code on the poster and connect to the Internet immediately, no need to spend time manually entering the password.

Through my actual test, it only takes one second to scan the QR code to quickly connect to the Internet. Compared with the time it takes more than 15 seconds to type the password by hand, this function is really convenient.

To connect to the Internet in one second, you need to scan through the QRcode APP:

▲I scanned with this APP.

If you are an ios user, you can turn on the built-in camera scan.

Scan the QR code

Scan the QRcode on the poster, the scanner will automatically recognize and scan the QRcode, and it only takes 1 second to decode it successfully. When the scan result screen appears, click the "Connect to WiFi" button.

CHOOSEBASE shopping process

QRcode is placed in each product area in "CHOOSEBASE" . Use your smartphone as a salesperson to explain products to consumers.
By scanning the QR code, you can put the products you want to buy in the web shopping cart first, and consumers no longer need to carry shopping baskets to go shopping, and can concentrate on shopping.

Glitter eye shadows are beautiful  ♪ You can try out the products in the store and try them out!

Scan the QR code

Scan the QRcode next to the product, the scanner will automatically recognize and scan the QRcode, and it only takes 1 second to decode it successfully. When the scan result screen appears, click the "Open Web Page" button.

▲I scanned with this APP.

If you are an ios user, you can turn on the built-in camera scan.

add to the cart

Open the web page, you can see the detailed information and price of the product, click "add to shopping cart" after confirmation. At the top of the page, you will be asked if you want to give a gift? Here is a service with free gift wrapping.

 

Purchase content confirmation

Since the store is an online and offline shopping mode, there may be queues at checkout. CHOOSEBASE provides two notification channels (Line or Email). After completing the notification settings, you will see the screen on the right, and the time is up. Present this screen at the cashier to complete the payment process.

In addition, you can also choose to place an order through the online website, and let the manufacturer ship directly to your home (only in Japan)

Just show the QR code on your mobile phone and go to the counter to complete the checkout. It should be noted that only cashless payment methods are accepted in the store. For the full shopping process, scroll to the end of the article to watch the short video.

CHOOSEBASE environment introduction

CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA remodeled the first floor of the PARKING building of Seibu Shibuya store, which has been carefully remodeled.

The overall space is composed of two wide passages intersecting. The road extending from the entrance to the intersection is slightly narrowed, and curved light tubes are cleverly arranged above the head to guide consumers to the depths of the space. This design brings a strong sense of immersion, making people feel as if they are in a brand new world.

The entire space is divided into four adjacent areas , and these four areas are called "BASE" . Each BASE has a unique style and characteristics, and displays a variety of different types of goods.

BASE A mainly displays goods such as miscellaneous goods and clothing.

BASE B focuses on food and beauty products, and offers a variety of recommended products for daily small gifts.

BASE C is an area that gathers beauty brands such as domestic and foreign cosmetics, skin care products, and hair products.

BASE D is a personalized coffee shop "TAILORED CAFE", which adopts cashless payment and mainly provides home-roasted coffee beans. There are more than 10 kinds of colorful coffee flavors to choose from every day.

(Photo credit: CHOOSEBASE / TAILORED CAFE)

Discuss the difference between the new type of shopping mode and traditional shopping

The difference between the new OMO shopping model and the traditional shopping model can be explored in the following aspects:

• Shopping method:
  
  The traditional shopping mode usually requires consumers to go to physical stores to make purchases in person, while the OMO shopping mode provides the option of online shopping, allowing consumers to browse products and place orders online.

• Shopping experience:
  
  In the traditional shopping mode, consumers can directly touch, try on, try out products, and interact with shop assistants in real time. In the OMO shopping mode, consumers may need to rely on product pictures, descriptions and reviews on online platforms to make purchase decisions , and the shopping experience is relatively virtual.

• Information query:
  
  In the traditional shopping mode, consumers usually need to rely on store staff to provide product-related information and suggestions. In the OMO shopping mode, consumers can query a large amount of product information, evaluate and compare prices through the online platform, and make purchasing decisions independently.

• Choice and convenience:
  
  The OMO shopping model provides more choices and convenience. Consumers can choose online or offline shopping according to their needs, and they can also choose services such as self-pickup or delivery. The traditional shopping mode is relatively fixed, and consumers usually can only purchase in physical stores, and need to arrange shopping schedules according to the store's business hours and locations.

Summarize

CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA is a shopping space full of futuristic and unique shopping experience. This media-oriented OMO store has attracted the attention of many consumers with its innovative shopping mode and diversified brands.

At CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA, customers can purchase products by scanning the QRcode, and complete the checkout at the counter without using cash to pay. The store also provides free WiFi service, allowing customers to easily connect to the Internet and enjoy the convenience in the shopping process. Whether you are a shopping enthusiast or someone who wants to experience a new type of shopping, this place is worth your visit!

(Attach a short video to watch the complete shopping process)

CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA

CHOOSEBASE SHIBUYA 

■ Address: 1st Floor, Parking Building, Seibu Shibuya Store, Udagawa 21-1, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

■  Business hours: 11:00-21:00

■  Googlemap: link

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