Lexus Manila Gallery lights up BGC vista

Lexus Philippines officially opened the new Lexus Manila Gallery at Grand Central Park, North Bonifacio Global City on November 6, marking a major expansion of the brand’s presence in the country and setting a new benchmark for luxury automotive retail and hospitality.

The opening ceremony was highlighted by a ribbon-cutting led by Lexus Philippines Chairman Alfred V. Ty, Lexus Philippines President Masando Hashimoto, Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo Kazuya, Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, and senior company executives. Also in attendance was former Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea and guests from the motoring community.

The opening of the new Lexus Manila Gallery at Grand Central Park, North Bonifacio Global City marks a major expansion of the brand’s presence in the country and setting a new benchmark for luxury automotive retail and hospitality. —CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Gracing the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left, Mitsui Branch General Manager of Mitsui Kazuhiro Nomura, Lexus Manila President Carlo Ablaza, Lexus Philippines Chairman Alfred Ty, Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, Japan Ambassador to the Philippines Kazuya Endo, Lexus Philippines President Masando Hashimoto, Lexus Philippines Vice Chairman Dr. David Go, and Lexus Philippines Executive Vice President Jose Maria Atienza

Situated at the corner of 8th Avenue and Col. Santos Street in North BGC, the new Gallery reflects Lexus’ omotenashi—Japanese hospitality—through a warm, lounge-like environment, a refined bar area, and private vehicle handover spaces designed to personalize the ownership experience. The facility’s multi-level layout provides expanded display areas for the latest Lexus sedans and SUVs as well as the brand’s electrified portfolio, alongside consultation rooms where guests can configure vehicles and explore accessories and services.

The BGC site—already soft-opened earlier this year to serve clients—now serves as the brand’s flagship destination in Metro Manila, complementing Lexus’ network and underscoring the marque’s growth in the Philippine premium segment.

Lexus Philippines Chairman Alfred Ty delivers his opening message

Lexus Manila President Carlo Ablaza thanks the brand’s loyal customers

Lexus Philippines President Masando Hashimoto welcomes the attendees

According to Chairman Ty, the Manila Gallery represents a new chapter for Lexus in the Philippines. It is intended not only as a showroom but as an experience center—where design, craftsmanship, and technology converge in an environment tailored for discerning clients. The setting also supports the brand’s shift toward electrification by providing spaces for education on hybrid and battery-electric technologies, ownership support, and lifestyle programming. Noticeably unique during the launch is a section in the Gallery that offers coffee-tasting experience.

With the Gallery’s official launch, Lexus Philippines signals a stronger push in the luxury market heading into the holiday season and 2026, promising curated client events, test-drive programs, and concierge-style services from its BGC hub.