Philip Morris Launches New "IQOS ILUMA i" Series Devices in Japan

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Apr.19.2024
Philip Morris Launches New "IQOS ILUMA i" Series Devices in Japan
Philip Morris Japan has launched the new "IQOS ILUMA i" series devices, available online and in convenience stores nationwide.

According to Japanese media Kakaku, on April 19th, global tobacco giant Philip Morris' Japanese company launched the new "IQOS ILUMA i" series devices, which are now available for purchase online and in convenience stores.

 

According to the media report, since March 2024, the "ILUMA i" series has been available for purchase on the IQOS online store, official IQOS online accounts, and seven IQOS stores nationwide (some Yamada Denki stores, some Bic Camera stores). Starting from April 16th, major chain convenience stores and some tobacco retailers across Japan will also begin selling the product.

 

According to a statement from PMI, convenience stores will mainly sell the "ILUMA i" and "ILUMA i One", while the "ILUMA i Prime" will be exclusively available at 7-11 convenience stores starting from April 16th. All models are available in two colors: micro blue and midnight black.

 

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