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Teijin Opens Technology Development Center in Japan
Japanese chemical company, Teijin Limited announced the opening of its Technology Development Center, which…
E-Commerce Growth to Swell in Asian-Pacific Countries
The United States might be one of the world's leading superpowers when it comes to e-commerce but all eyes…
Banshu Ori: Four Japanese Mills Known For Traditional Cotton Textiles
Japan is home to 'Banshu Ori' - the making of ancient cotton textiles by dyeing, weaving and finishing in one…
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Cherokee Global Brands announced it has extended its agreement for the Cherokee brand with Nishimatsuya Chain…
Japan Relaxes GSP Rules of Origin for Knitwear
Japan has relaxed its Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) rules of origin for knitted or crocheted…
Uniqlo Continues US Expansion
Fans of Uniqlo's ultra-light down jackets or low-cost cashmere sweaters will soon be able to shop the…
Nike’s Next Collaboration Borrows from the Boys
Menswear for women has been an enduring trend on the ready-to-wear runways for the past several seasons, so…
22,000 Bras Recalled in Japan Due to Fear of Injury
Triumph International, a Japanese lingerie maker, is recalling more than 20,000 brassieres after complaints…
US, Japan, Denmark Team to Improve Labor Conditions in Myanmar
The United States is partnering with Japan and Denmark to promote labor rights in Myanmar in an effort to…
Walmart to Close 30 Underperforming Stores in Japan
Walmart said it intends to close roughly 30 underperforming stores in Japan, backtracking on its initial…
Fast Retailing FY14 Sales Soar, Profits Plummet
Fast Retailing, the Japanese retail holding group and operator of Uniqlo and Global Brands, reported its…
Fast Retailing’s Uniqlo Plans Major Expansion of Kids’ Wear Line
Reporting by Chang Ran Kim TOKYO, Sept 19 (Reuters) – Fast Retailing’s Uniqlo casualwear brand said on Friday…
Japan Uniqlo Sales Climb as Cool End-August Boosts Autumn Clothing
Fast Retailing Co said same-store sales at its flagship Uniqlo clothing stores in Japan edged above target in…
Bangladesh to Assign Japan Exclusive Export Zone
The Bangladesh government announced it would set up an exclusive export zone for Japan in an attempt to lure…
Uniqlo to Raise Retail Prices 5% in Japan
In an effort to counter rising raw material costs and a weaker yen, Uniqlo, Japan’s fast fashion giant, will…