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· Carl Samson

Uniqlo debuts in Texas, expands in California

Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo is launching 11 more stores in the U.S. later this year, part of its larger plan to open at least 20 stores across North America in 2024. Key points:

· Isa Peralta

Uniqlo drops first-ever collaboration with Studio Ghibli

Uniqlo and Studio Ghibli recently dropped a special collection featuring several fan favorites. About the collaboration: The new collection, which is not available in the US, is reportedly the first-ever collaboration between the Japanese clothing company and the Japanese…

· Ryan General

How a $20 Uniqlo bag became fashion’s hottest accessory

A $20 shoulder bag from Japanese casual wear company Uniqlo has taken the world by storm to become this quarter’s most sought-after accessory. Uniqlo’s Round Mini Shoulder Bag has earned its place at the top of online fashion retailer Lyst’s breakdown of the hottest products for…

· Carl Samson

Uniqlo backpedals on Russia, suspends business in the country amid international boycott threats

In a U-turn on Thursday, Uniqlo said it will suspend operations in Russia due to “operational challenges and the worsening of the conflict situation.” Owner Tadashi Yanai previously said the brand will stay in Russia because “clothing is a necessity of life” and Russians “have…

· Carl Samson

Ukraine’s envoy to Japan slams Uniqlo for continuing operations in Russia: ‘What a shame’

Fast fashion retailer Uniqlo has remained in business in Russia despite pressure to close its 49 stores in the country. Tadashi Yanai, founder and president of Fast Retailing Co., the parent company of Uniqlo, said clothing is a necessity of life and Russians have the same right…

· Bryan Ke

NISSIN Collaborates with UNIQLO’s HEATTECH to Create Donbei Instant Noodles for Winter

Japanese fashion brand UNIQLO has teamed up with instant noodle giant NISSIN to release a HEATTECH Donbei instant noodle to fight the cold of winter in Japan. The collaboration instant noodles will come in two different variants: “HEATTECH Donbei Meita-style Ankake Udon” and…

· Carl Samson

Billionaire Uniqlo Founder Wants a Woman to Take His Job

Japanese fashion retail giant Uniqlo will likely have a female leader in the future, setting an example of a corporate shift from traditional gender roles that have typically left women under the glass ceiling. Tadashi Yanai, founder and chief executive officer of Fast Retailing…

· Bryan Ke

BTS x Uniqlo Collab Drops June 21 Starting at $14.90

The BT21 shirts, a new collection in collaboration with Uniqlo, LINE FRIENDS, and South Korean pop group BTS, are now set for release in all stores of the Japanese retail brand starting Friday, June 21 for $14.90. These shirts will feature character designs by the seven members…

· Carl Samson

Chinese Shoppers Go Absolutely Insane Over Uniqlo x Kaws Collection

Videos of chaotic crowds resembling a scene straight out of an apocalyptic movie emerged from China as shoppers went completely bonkers over a new collection from Japanese fashion company Uniqlo and American artist Kaws. The summer collaboration, which dropped in mainland stores…

· Khier Casino

Uniqlo’s Pokémon T-Shirt Contest Winners are Coming to Stores Soon

Uniqlo unveiled the winners of its Pokémon T-shirt design contest and 24 adorable designs making their way to stores and online. In October 2018, the Japanese clothing brand asked Pokémon fans around the world to create their own graphic T-shirt designs inspired by their…

· Elliot Sang

Tired of Wearing Uniqlo? Here are 9 Asian-Owned Clothing Brands to Check Out in 2019

Let’s face it: flexing your Uniqlo fits is getting harder and harder now that every Asian seems to be wearing the brand. But don’t worry; your friends at NextShark have you covered. The following nine brands address a wide amount of price ranges with different styles, from…

· Bryan Ke

HR Manager Sues Uniqlo, Claims Company Gives Favorable Treatment to Asian Employees

A payroll and HR manager at Uniqlo in the Melbourne, Australia branch is now suing the Japanese retail brand for alleged bullying and discrimination because of her “Caucasian heritage,” claiming that the company gives favorable treatment to its Asian employees. Melanie Bell, in…

· Ryan General

Uniqlo’s New ‘Military’ Outfit Looks Straight Out of Kim Jong Il’s Closet

Japanese fashion brand Uniqlo has one item in its current springtime lineup that some are saying would appeal to your average dictator. Uniqlo’s new Military Jacket has been drawing much attention among netizens who think it looks like something a leader of a dictatorship would…

· Ryan General

New Men’s Pants from Uniqlo Brand Totally Doesn’t Want You to Look at the Crotch

A new line of men’s pants under Uniqlo’s budget-priced fashion brand GU has got the Japanese consumers scratching their heads for its curious design. Designed by renowned British designer Kim Jones, most of the clothes in the collection are reportedly fine by most people’s…

· Ryan General

Uniqlo is Threatening to Leave the U.S. Because of Donald Trump

Uniqlo’s head and founder recently threatened to completely shut his clothing company’s operations in the United States should President Donald Trump insists on forcing firms to produce goods in the country. Criticizing Trump’s policy, Fast Retailing Co. chairman and president…

· Carl Samson

Japan’s Richest Man Just Lost $1.4 Billion in One Day Because of Uniqlo

Japanese billionaire Tadashi Yanai lost $1.4 billion on Friday when his clothing chain, Uniqlo, reported a drop in sales for December 2016. It’s definitely one bad day for business.

· Michelle De Pacina

Japan’s richest man donates $31 million to UCLA humanities program

Japanese executive and philanthropist Tadashi Yanai has donated $31 million to University of California, Los Angeles’s College Division of Humanities, marking the largest gift in the program’s history. About the donation: The donation will support the Yanai Initiative for…

· Ryan General

China’s economic slowdown fuels designer ‘dupe’ boom

Formerly label-loving consumers in China are reportedly turning to “dupes,” high-quality replicas of branded goods, in a bid to save money amid the nation’s economic slowdown. Analysts say this trend not only affects luxury brands but also mid-range brands like Nike and Uniqlo.…

· Michelle De Pacina

How Trader Joe’s tote bags became so fashionable in Japan

While Trader Joe’s tote bags in the U.S. have become a viral sensation due to social media, the canvas bags have long been an unexpected status symbol in Japan. Key points:

· William Yuk

Singaporean couple go viral for high school-themed pre-wedding photoshoot

TikTok user Jacinda Tan and her fiance went viral for their high school-themed pre-wedding photoshoot. The couple showcased snippets of their photoshoot, which was taken at North Vista Secondary School in Singapore, in a TikTok video on Wednesday. Tan and her fiance, who have…

Uniqlo → Fast Retailing

Uniqlo connects to Fast Retailing through tees, socks, hoodies, Heattech, Airism, and repeat basics shopping.

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Your Uniqlo basics keep you coming back.

This shows up when you go back to Uniqlo for another pack of basics instead of treating the brand like a one-time fashion buy.

+22.4% revenue growthFast Retailing

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Uniqlo has quietly become one of Japan's most valuable exports — not an anime or a pop group, but a philosophy of engineered basics ('LifeWear') that now earns far more abroad than at home, a rare case of Japanese soft power monetized through the closet rather than the screen.

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Fast Retailing matters because Uniqlo is an everyday consumer habit, not just a stock story.

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Your Uniqlo basics keep you coming back.

This shows up when you go back to Uniqlo for another pack of basics instead of treating the brand like a one-time fashion buy.

Source: Fast Retailing
+22.4% revenue growth
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