Our History

Founded in Hokkaido in 1963.
Supported by local customers,
the history of MEGANE PRINCE began.

Our origin as an eyewear specialist,
born in Hokkaido.

Megane Prince was founded in Hokkaido, Japan in 1963. Since our founding, we have supported each customer’s joy of clear vision through reliable technology and heartfelt service.

The sincerity and commitment to quality nurtured in Hokkaido continue to live on in our stores in Japan and in our expansion across Vietnam.

Hokkaido scenery and founding image

The History of MEGANE PRINCE

1963
Founded in 1963

Founded in Hokkaido

The history of Megane Prince began as “Murata Clock & Eyewear,” an eyewear specialist serving local customers.

1977
Megane Prince name established in 1977

The Megane Prince name begins

With the development of a major commercial area in Sapporo, we opened inside a large shopping facility. This marked the beginning of “Megane Prince.”

1983
Head office building completed in 1983

Head office building completed

The company built its own head office building in Atsubetsu-ku, Sapporo, creating a base for Murata Co., Ltd.

1992
Store renovation in 1992

Renewal with the times

To offer more fashionable eyewear in line with the changing times, we refreshed the store image.

2011
CLIONE launched in 2011

Launch of “CLIONE”

Ultra-light, strong and flexible. CLIONE has become one of our best-selling products.

2015
Vietnam expansion began in 2015

Expansion into Vietnam begins

To bring the technology and service cultivated in Japan to customers in Vietnam, we began our overseas expansion.

2021
First store outside Hokkaido in 2021

First store outside Hokkaido

We opened our first Megane Prince store outside Hokkaido at Aeon Mall Okinawa Rycom.

2025
MEGANE PRINCE today

A network expanding across Japan and Vietnam

With 57 stores in Japan and 25 stores in Vietnam, we continue to bring the spirit that began in Hokkaido to more customers.

What We Value

VISION

Bringing the joy of clear vision to everyone.

Through eyewear, we aim to make every customer’s daily life more comfortable and fulfilling.

MISSION

To remain an eyewear specialist loved by local communities.

In Japan and Vietnam, we aim to be a trusted presence for our local customers.

VALUE

A commitment to quality and hospitality.

We value reliable technology, careful service and peace of mind after purchase.
Hokkaido scenery

Sincerity and quality,
nurtured in Hokkaido.

Hokkaido is blessed with vast nature and beautiful seasons. Born in this land, we have always valued sincerity and careful craftsmanship.

From Hokkaido to the rest of Japan, and now to Vietnam. The origin of MEGANE PRINCE’s products and service remains unchanged.

MEGANE PRINCE Today

1963

Founded

Founded in Hokkaido

57

Stores in Japan

Mainly in Hokkaido

27

Stores in Vietnam

Mainly in major cities

91

Total Group Stores

A store network expanding across Japan and Vietnam

From Hokkaido to Vietnam.
Our challenge continues.

Learn more about the expansion of MEGANE PRINCE Vietnam.

View Our Expansion in Vietnam > Vietnam map