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Business
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...
Carl Samson
Fashion
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 unexpect...
Michelle De Pacina
Entertainment
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,...
Isa Peralta
Apparel
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 ac...
Ryan General
News
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 ...
Economy
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, fou...
Food
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 o...
Bryan Ke
Japan’s Richest Man Says Racial Tensions Are ‘Breaking’ America
The world’s view on the United States is changing as it faces country-wide protests following the murder of George Floyd, according to 71-ye...
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 traditiona...
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...
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...
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 ...
Khier Casino
Style
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’...
Elliot Sang
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 discri...
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. Uni...
Asia
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 ...
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 Don...
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. ...
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