Sanyo SC Kaihatsu Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture) will conduct a large-scale renovation of approximately 50 stores at "Okayama Ichibangai / Sun Station Okayama," a shopping center directly connected to Okayama Station, from September 2026 to February 2027. As the first phase of the renovation, 31 stores will open simultaneously on September 18 (Fri.), primarily in the area in front of the underground ticket gates of Okayama Ichibangai and the elevated west side area on the 2nd floor of Sun Station Okayama South Building. This release will showcase a total of 35 stores, including fashion, cafes, and food, that will open from September to October, allowing visitors to "enjoy the new." In addition, to coincide with the opening of the first phase, the "Sun Station Terrace," a rest space on the 2nd floor of Sun Station Okayama South Building, will be renovated along with the facility entrance of Okayama Ichibangai. The facilities will be reborn to be more user-friendly for both local residents visiting Okayama Station and travelers. Proposing the No. 1 Fashion and Cafes in the Chushikoku Area Okayama Ichibangai will offer a curated selection of high-sensitivity and sophisticated shops, including "United Arrows Women's Store," "Noble," and "Grencheck," which are opening for the first time in Okayama, as well as "PARIGOT," which will expand its brand lineup with its expansion and renovation. This will position it as the No. 1 fashion destination in the Chushikoku area. Other new openings include shops for both men and women such as "Journal Standard," "Barbour," and "999.9," as well as specialty shops like "Starbucks Tea & Cafe," which focuses on tea, and "Sarutahiko Coffee," a specialty coffee shop originating from Ebisu, Tokyo. Enhanced Shops to Add Color to Daily Life Sun Station Okayama (2nd Floor South Building) will enhance its selection of shops focusing on food, miscellaneous goods, and cosmetics to add color to daily life. This includes "