2026 Update – Tsudanuma’s Newest Spot: AEON Mall Tsudanuma South

The former site of “Ito-Yokado Tsudanuma,” which closed its doors in September 2024 after approximately half a century of history, has been completely redeveloped into “AEON Mall Tsudanuma South,” newly opened on March 18, 2026.

While keeping its convenient direct connection to Shin-Tsudanuma Station, it has become a hot new spot focused on “experience-based” trends.

In this article, we introduce the charms of Tsudanuma’s hot new spot, “AEON Mall Tsudanuma South”.

The Charms of AEON Mall Tsudanuma South

The Food Hall “ROKU Bar Tsudanuma,” Featuring New Store Debuts in Chiba

On the 6th floor of “AEON Mall Tsudanuma South,” there is a food floor packed with cozy, bar-style restaurants. With an appealing lineup that younger visitors will want to check out—including “Hachijuro Shoten,” a popular wine bar from Funabashi, and “Sado Benkei,” a famous sushi restaurant from Niigata—you can take your time enjoying drinks and meals until 11:00 PM.

ROKU Bar Tsudanuma features a row of more than 10 restaurants, and it draws crowds every day as a food hotspot where you can enjoy a wide variety of meals, from yakiniku and sushi to ramen.

First in Kanto! The Meat Theme Park “MEAT PARK”

On the basement 1st floor (B1) food floor, AEON Retail’s new business format “MEAT PARK” has opened in the Kanto region for the first time. It has become the latest trending food area, bringing together a specialty meat shop with an overwhelming selection alongside “Picard,” a frozen food specialty store from France.

A Digitally Integrated Experiential Beauty Floor

On the 2nd floor, one of AEON’s premier cosmetics departments offers a wide range of items from trendy products to luxury brands. It is an advanced space that focuses on “experiences” unique to physical stores, featuring the latest AR makeup trials and testers for beauty appliances.

An Entertainment Space Equipped with a Movie Theater and Event Venue

Inside the building is the movie theater “AEON Cinema,” equipped with the latest high-spec facilities. More than just a place to shop, it offers a space where you can spend time enjoying culture and entertainment.

Excellent Access Directly Connected to the Station! Highly Convenient for Dropping by on Your Way Home from Work

With a layout that is integrated and directly connected to Shin-Tsudanuma Station, it offers smooth access without having to worry about the weather. Its outstanding convenience is a major charm, making it easy to drop by casually—not only for daily shopping, but also for students and working professionals on their way home.

A Visit to AEON Mall Tsudanuma South

June 2026: Sushi at “ROKU Bar Tsudanuma,” Sado Benkei

“Sado Benkei,” a famous restaurant from Sado, Niigata, has opened a location in “ROKU Bar Tsudanuma.” The chicly designed “Sake Sushi / Sado Benkei SADO BENKEI” looks undeniably cool. As a popular spot, it draws lines during lunch and dinner hours. Your best bet is around 3:00 PM or 4:00 PM on weekdays—the perfect time to walk right in without waiting.

Stepping inside, you are greeted by a calm space that stands in stark contrast to the bustle outside the building. The eye-catching feature is a long counter with a beautiful wood grain.

Every piece of sushi at Sado Benkei is genuinely delicious. Relying not on flashy presentations but on the quality of the ingredients and the skills of the chefs, the sushi is crafted with straightforward mastery. No matter which one you try, the quality makes you think, “This is simply delicious.”

Location and Access of AEON Mall Tsudanuma South

Location

AEON Mall Tsudanuma South is located in 1-chome, Tsudanuma, Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture. For access, it is directly connected to the North Exit of Shin-Tsudanuma Station on the Shin-Keisei Line, so you can get there without getting wet even on rainy days. It can also be reached in about a 7-minute walk from the North Exit of JR Tsudanuma Station.

Comparison: “AEON Mall Tsudanuma North and South”

Originally, there was an AEON Mall just ahead of Ito-Yokado in Tsudanuma, and both were well loved by Tsudanuma residents. Now AEON Mall has expanded, creating a new hotspot where the two major malls, AEON Mall Tsudanuma North and South, stand side by side.

Item	North (North Building / Existing Facility)	South (South Building / Established in 2026)
Core Characteristics	Conventional style centered on families and daily use	Station-building style centered on experiential offerings and trend-setting
Address / Location	1-23-1 Tsudanuma, Narashino City	1-10-30 Tsudanuma, Narashino City (Former Ito-Yokado site)
Floor Configuration	3 stories above ground	1 basement level to 8 stories above ground
Number of Specialty Tenants	87 shops	46 shops
Grocery Supermarket	AEON STYLE (1F grocery section open 24 hours)	AEON STYLE (2 directly operated floors, MEAT PARK, etc.)
Main Dining Area	3rd-floor food court (for families)	6th-floor “ROKU Bar” (open until 11:00 PM, Sado Benkei, etc.)
Beauty Features	Familiar sales floors inside the general merchandise store	Digitally integrated experiential beauty floor on the 2nd floor
Entertainment Facilities	Indoor playground, amusement area, etc.	AEON Cinema (Movie theater)

Summary: “AEON Mall Tsudanuma South”

Opened in March 2026, “AEON Mall Tsudanuma South” is an experiential, trend-setting hub that completely redeveloped the former site of the Ito-Yokado Tsudanuma store. With outstanding convenience thanks to its direct connection to Shin-Tsudanuma Station, it draws crowds every day with an extensive mix of floors spanning dining, beauty, and entertainment.

With excellent access—directly connected to the North Exit of Shin-Tsudanuma Station on the Shin-Keisei Line and about a 7-minute walk from the North Exit of JR Tsudanuma Station—this facility has become a new landmark of the city, easy to drop by after work or on weekends.