Key Facts
• Mitsubishi UFJ Bank to open a new branch in Tokyo on September 12, 2025.
• First new branch in 20 years, aimed at individual customers.
• Branch will offer services for asset management consultations, including on Saturdays and holidays.
• Rise in individual stock investments due to NISA expansion.
• Mizuho Bank’s similar branch saw 4.5x more consultation visits than traditional branches.
• Sumitomo Mitsui Bank opened a similar branch in May 2024.
• Financial institutions are targeting customers interested in asset management amid rising interest rates.
Summary
Mitsubishi UFJ Bank is set to open its first new branch in 20 years on September 12, 2025, in Tokyo. This branch is designed to cater specifically to individual customers, offering asset management consultations and operating on Saturdays and holidays. The move aligns with a growing trend among major banks, such as Mizuho Bank and Sumitomo Mitsui Bank, which have also launched similar branches to meet the increasing demand for financial services driven by the expansion of NISA and rising interest in asset management. These specialized branches have proven successful, with Mizuho Bank reporting 4.5 times more consultation visits compared to traditional branches. Financial institutions are actively adapting to societal changes and customer needs, aiming to provide new value in a competitive market.
