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Department stores are aiming to come up with innovative ways to engage with customers.
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Facetasm Men’s Spring 2022
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Fumito Ganryu Men’s Spring 2022
The designer merged unconventional, functional fabrics with elegant and versatile silhouettes.
Kidill Men’s Spring 2022
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Fast Retailing Works With UNHCR to Reduce Spread of COVID-19 Among Refugees
The company will donate an additional 2 million reusable masks, as well as $100,000, to support displaced…
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The store employs the concept of "our neighborhood" to highlight other local businesses.
L’Oréal Discontinuing Makeup Category, Essie in Japan
The company will instead focus on hair care and hair color in the Japanese market.
Uniqlo Collaborates with Mame Kurogouchi on Chic Loungewear
The contemporary Japanese designer created a collection that is equally suited to staying in and stepping out
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Designed in collaboration with athletes, the apparel includes casual items and competition wear utilizing…
Retail Sales in Japan Spike in April Due to COVID-19 Measures
Sales rose on a low comparative base but are likely to fall again in May.
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The poor performance was due mainly to temporary store closures and reduced traffic resulting from the…
Shiseido Posts Q1 Net Loss, Increased Sales and Operating Profit
The company also revised its guidance, raising its net profit forecast but lowering sales and operating…
Shiseido Aims to Accelerate Digitization Via Joint Venture With Accenture
The new company will be established in July to provide digital marketing and IT-related services to Shiseido.