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Basis of Presentation and Consolidation (Nature of Operations) (Details)
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12 Months Ended |
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Jan. 28, 2012
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| Basis of Presentation and Consolidation [Abstract] | |
| Nature of Operations | Nature of Operations Our Company was founded by James Cash Penney in 1902 and has grown to be a major national retailer, operating 1,102 department stores in 49 states and Puerto Rico, as well as through our Internet website at jcp.com. We sell family apparel and footwear, accessories, fine and fashion jewelry, beauty products through Sephora inside jcpenney, and home furnishings. In addition, our department stores provide services, such as styling salon, optical, portrait photography and custom decorating, to customers. |
| Entity Incorporation, State Country Name | Delaware |
| Date Founded | 1902 |
| Number of Stores | 1,102 |
| Number of States in which Entity Operates | 49 |