Bradford of Kassin Sabbagh leases 7,500 s/f to Hashi Market at Union Sq.
Manhattan, NY Associate broker Conrad Bradford of Kassin Sabbagh Realty negotiated a 7,500 s/f lease for the Japanese supermarket chain Hashi Market at Union Sq.
Hashi Market held a ribbon-cutting at 93 University Place on July 17.
The opening ceremony drew hundreds to University Place between 11th and 12th Sts., where traditional Japanese festivities signaled the chain’s confidence in its local expansion strategy.
This marks Hashi Market’s fourth Manhattan location since launching its flagship store at 330 Fifth Ave. seven months ago. The expansion timeline reflects the brand’s growth plans and the current opportunities in New York’s retail landscape.
“The velocity of their expansion is remarkable,” said Bradford. “They’re capitalizing on a unique moment in the market where quality spaces are available to the right operators.”
“This wasn’t just about square footage and rent,” Bradford said. “Understanding the neighborhood dynamics and the landlord’s priorities was essential to structuring a deal that worked for everyone.”
Hashi Market’s arrival signals broader trends in local retail, where specialty food retailers are finding success by offering authentic experiences that online shopping cannot replicate.
The chain’s focus on traditional Japanese products and in-store experiences like tuna cutting creates destination retail that drives foot traffic. For Union Square, the opening represents continued revitalization of a district that has weathered significant retail transitions in recent years. The addition of a quality food retailer enhances the area’s appeal for residents, office workers and tourists that defines the neighborhood. The deal underscores the importance of patient capital and local expertise in today’s retail market, where transactions require understanding both property fundamentals and neighborhood character.