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Uniqlo

Uniqlo is Japan's leading clothing retail chain, and also has outlets in China, France, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Chairman / President

Tadashi Yanai (Chairman, President & CEO)

CEO / Managing Director

Tadashi Yanai (Chairman, President & CEO)

CFO / Finance Director

Takeshi Okazaki

Industry

Fashion, Retail

Website

uniqlo.com

Headquarters address

Midtown Tower, Akasaka 9-chome, Minato, Tokyo, Japan

Stock Code

TSE:9983

Year founded

1949

Malaysia

‘This is not hijab’: unpicking controversy behind Uniqlo Malaysia’s new line

Critics are taking issue with images showing the cloth wrapped turban-like around the head, leaving parts of the neck and chest visible.

6 Aug 2026 - 4:34PM

China consumption

Uniqlo defies sluggish China market with double-digit profit growth

10 Jul 2026 - 9:00AM

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Invest in Hong Kong’s creativity and local brands to unlock soft power

19 Jun 2026 - 10:22AMvideocam

Fashion

8 collabs between star Western athletes and Asian sportswear brands

Labels like Asics, Li-Ning and Uniqlo are gaining global traction by signing on Western athletes like Emma Raducanu, Stephen Curry and Dwyane Wade.

14 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM

Western athletes like Emma Raducanu are increasingly open to signing with Asian sportswear labels. Photo: AFP

South Korea

Young South Koreans embrace ‘plogging’ to cope with climate anxiety

‘Plogging’ – a mix of the Swedish phrase for ‘picking up’ and the English word ‘jogging’ – has become a hot activity for eco-anxious youth.

6 Jun 2026 - 10:36AMvideocam

Fashion

Lemaire’s quiet luxury is making waves, from Paris to Shanghai

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21 May 2026 - 10:32AM

Japan

Japan’s FamilyMart gives old clothes new lease of life to reduce textile waste

Some 560,000 tonnes of clothes are estimated to be thrown away in Japan each year – about 70 per cent of new clothing supplied to the market.

4 May 2026 - 12:05PM

FamilyMart executives launch boxes to collect used clothing and goods at a convenience store in Tokyo on April 13. Photo: Kyodo

Hong Kong property

Futu Securities opens coffee shop as it adapts to changing client ‘lifestyles’

Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo as well as online brokerage Longbridge have also launched cafes in their outlets.

16 Apr 2026 - 7:30AM

Tianjin

Japanese chains lose ground in north China as competition and deflation bite

Store closures in Beijing and Tianjin highlight mounting pressure from domestic rivals amid shifting consumer habits.

5 Apr 2026 - 5:08PM

Japan

Japan’s shoplifters hate a simple ‘hello’ more than cameras

Experts say that in an age of urban isolation, the pressure of ‘real human eyes’ creates more panic in thieves than hi-tech security.

4 Jan 2026 - 8:00AMvideocam

Shoplifting has grown steadily worse in Japan in recent years, with police recently dismantling a Vietnamese crime ring who had targeted Uniqlo stores across the country. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

From shoes to scholarships: Hongkongers unite for Tai Po fire victims

Individuals and companies are helping to gather food, clothing and bedding, with one anonymous donor offering to fund education of up to two orphans.

6 Dec 2025 - 10:00PM

Large amounts of donations, from cash to daily necessities, have poured in for victims of the Tai Po fire. Photo: Dickson Lee

Christmas

Christmas 2025 gift guide: children’s looks from Ugg, Uniqlo and more

Cosy clothes for the kids from designer labels offering a festive twist – plus a fab Furla bag and cute Loro Piana cuddly toy.

29 Nov 2025 - 4:00AM

Accidents and personal safety

Wall of Hong Kong’s Lee Theatre Plaza catches fire at lunchtime

Flames put out at around 1.20pm after fire department deployed a water jet and rescue team equipped with breathing apparatus to scene.

25 Nov 2025 - 9:11PMvideocam

Celebrity style

How Zohran Mamdani’s style is a nod to the working-class New Yorker

The NYC mayoral candidate just went viral for his clapback against Andrew Cuomo – but he’s also winning hearts with a fashion sense that draws from his roots.

25 Oct 2025 - 8:00PMvideocam

New York State Representative Zohran Mamdani is running for mayor of New York City in style. Photos: @zohrankmamdani/Instagram, AFP

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s fashion retailers look to cafes to restore chicness to their brands

Retailers from Uniqlo to Dior use cafes as a marketing tool to reconnect with young consumers.

8 Oct 2025 - 3:46PM

Uniqlo started offering customers coffee last year. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong property

Uniqlo Hong Kong chooses upgrades over expansion amid sluggish retail sales

Japanese retailer favours refurbishing outlets – which sometimes means leasing more space – over adding locations in city’s shaky market.

8 Sep 2025 - 9:37AM

K-pop idols

Who is Kentaro Sakaguchi, the Japanese actor in Lisa’s ‘Dream’ short film?

Fans seem to think that The White Lotus star, recently linked to LVMH heir Frédéric Arnault, may be dating the talented Japanese actor.

17 Aug 2025 - 6:00AM

Pop culture in Asia

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Sanrio’s Kuromi and My Melody turn 20 and 50 this year. What explains the cross-generational pull of cute characters in a hyper-fast world?

28 Jul 2025 - 12:15PM

Joyce C feels drawn to Kuromi for its edgy, punk feel. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Tastemakers

Style according to … fashion PR maven Lucien Pagès

The PR titan reps some of the biggest brands in fashion, but also loves Eau d’Hadrien from Annick Goutal and jumpers from Uniqlo – and takes his favourite Rolex diving.

21 Aug 2025 - 12:41PM

Art

The Hong Kong pixel artist capturing hearts with his retro Instagram art

From Game Boy memories to a surprise DM from Jimmy O. Yang, Fatbeard’s work is taking over.

4 Jul 2025 - 6:19PM

Wimbledon

Roger Federer’s long-term deals see him become tennis’ first billionaire

Bulk of the Swiss legend’s wealth has come from huge sponsorship deals, as well as an astute investment in a local sneaker brand.

28 Jun 2025 - 8:00PM

Roger Federer, the most successful male player at Wimbledon, in the Royal Box with the Princess of Wales in 2023. Photo: AP

Icons and Influencers

Meet Jonathan Anderson’s boyfriend, Pol Anglada – who was with him at Loewe

Following Maria Grazia Chiuri’s exit, Anderson will become the first sole creative director of Dior since Christian Dior himself … but who’s his designer and erotic illustrator boyfriend?

4 Jun 2025 - 10:19AM

Meet Dior’s new sole creative director Jonathan Anderson’s boyfriend, Pol Anglada – who worked with him at Loewe. Photo: Getty Images

Banking & finance

How to make it in America: pressures, pitfalls for China consumer firms going global

As domestic spending falters, Chinese consumer brands are eyeing global markets, but tariffs and cultural barriers could get in their way.

26 Jan 2025 - 10:07PM

Fashion

Uniqlo’s new Tokyo global flagship store aims to be No 1 for sales

New Uniqlo store in Shinjuku is aimed partly at foreign tourists but will also stock items otherwise sold only in Europe and the US.

15 Jan 2025 - 8:33PM

Banking & finance

Uniqlo, Nike lose to value-for-money ‘white labels’ as China consumers downgrade

A shift in spending behaviour is causing a significant impact on sales at global apparel brands from Uniqlo to Nike on the mainland market. The trend will persist, given slow or no improvement in job and income outlook, according to Deutsche Bank.

4 Aug 2024 - 9:30AMvideocam

People visiting the Uniqlo stand during the 5th China International Import Expo in Shanghai in November 2022. Photo by AFP

What to do in Hong Kong

5 must-shop events in Hong Kong this weekend Aug 2-4, including Cat Expo

Shop for your fur babies at Cat Expo 2024, buy Hong Kong Tramways 120th anniversary merch, or drop in on fashion and beauty pop-up stores by Emis and Clinique in Hong Kong this weekend.

3 Aug 2024 - 10:29AM

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

Who are the 5 richest billionaires in Japan? Net worths, ranked

Japan is known for its innovative companies and whether they’re in fashion, technology or an industry in between, the CEOs of these forward-thinking firms are among the country’s richest residents

14 May 2024 - 10:12AM

India

Why are Japanese brands taking young Indians by storm?

A new wave of mid-range retailers is capitalising on Japan’s reputation for quality goods, winning millennial and Gen Z fans seeking ‘practical, functional’ items.

12 Mar 2024 - 2:37PM

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‘This is not hijab’: unpicking controversy behind Uniqlo Malaysia’s new line

Critics are taking issue with images showing the cloth wrapped turban-like around the head, leaving parts of the neck and chest visible.

Uniqlo defies sluggish China market with double-digit profit growth

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Invest in Hong Kong’s creativity and local brands to unlock soft power

8 collabs between star Western athletes and Asian sportswear brands

Labels like Asics, Li-Ning and Uniqlo are gaining global traction by signing on Western athletes like Emma Raducanu, Stephen Curry and Dwyane Wade.

Young South Koreans embrace ‘plogging’ to cope with climate anxiety

‘Plogging’ – a mix of the Swedish phrase for ‘picking up’ and the English word ‘jogging’ – has become a hot activity for eco-anxious youth.

Lemaire’s quiet luxury is making waves, from Paris to Shanghai

The French fashion house redefines everyday elegance with globally influential designs, epitomised by the unique Croissant bag.

Japan’s FamilyMart gives old clothes new lease of life to reduce textile waste

Some 560,000 tonnes of clothes are estimated to be thrown away in Japan each year – about 70 per cent of new clothing supplied to the market.

Futu Securities opens coffee shop as it adapts to changing client ‘lifestyles’

Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo as well as online brokerage Longbridge have also launched cafes in their outlets.

Japanese chains lose ground in north China as competition and deflation bite

Store closures in Beijing and Tianjin highlight mounting pressure from domestic rivals amid shifting consumer habits.

Japan’s shoplifters hate a simple ‘hello’ more than cameras

Experts say that in an age of urban isolation, the pressure of ‘real human eyes’ creates more panic in thieves than hi-tech security.

From shoes to scholarships: Hongkongers unite for Tai Po fire victims

Individuals and companies are helping to gather food, clothing and bedding, with one anonymous donor offering to fund education of up to two orphans.

Christmas 2025 gift guide: children’s looks from Ugg, Uniqlo and more

Cosy clothes for the kids from designer labels offering a festive twist – plus a fab Furla bag and cute Loro Piana cuddly toy.

Wall of Hong Kong’s Lee Theatre Plaza catches fire at lunchtime

Flames put out at around 1.20pm after fire department deployed a water jet and rescue team equipped with breathing apparatus to scene.

How Zohran Mamdani’s style is a nod to the working-class New Yorker

The NYC mayoral candidate just went viral for his clapback against Andrew Cuomo – but he’s also winning hearts with a fashion sense that draws from his roots.

Hong Kong’s fashion retailers look to cafes to restore chicness to their brands

Retailers from Uniqlo to Dior use cafes as a marketing tool to reconnect with young consumers.

Uniqlo Hong Kong chooses upgrades over expansion amid sluggish retail sales

Japanese retailer favours refurbishing outlets – which sometimes means leasing more space – over adding locations in city’s shaky market.

Who is Kentaro Sakaguchi, the Japanese actor in Lisa’s ‘Dream’ short film?

Fans seem to think that The White Lotus star, recently linked to LVMH heir Frédéric Arnault, may be dating the talented Japanese actor.

The cult of cute: inside Sanrio’s multigenerational grip

Sanrio’s Kuromi and My Melody turn 20 and 50 this year. What explains the cross-generational pull of cute characters in a hyper-fast world?

Style according to … fashion PR maven Lucien Pagès

The PR titan reps some of the biggest brands in fashion, but also loves Eau d’Hadrien from Annick Goutal and jumpers from Uniqlo – and takes his favourite Rolex diving.

The Hong Kong pixel artist capturing hearts with his retro Instagram art

From Game Boy memories to a surprise DM from Jimmy O. Yang, Fatbeard’s work is taking over.

Roger Federer’s long-term deals see him become tennis’ first billionaire

Bulk of the Swiss legend’s wealth has come from huge sponsorship deals, as well as an astute investment in a local sneaker brand.

Meet Jonathan Anderson’s boyfriend, Pol Anglada – who was with him at Loewe

Following Maria Grazia Chiuri’s exit, Anderson will become the first sole creative director of Dior since Christian Dior himself … but who’s his designer and erotic illustrator boyfriend?

How to make it in America: pressures, pitfalls for China consumer firms going global

As domestic spending falters, Chinese consumer brands are eyeing global markets, but tariffs and cultural barriers could get in their way.

Uniqlo’s new Tokyo global flagship store aims to be No 1 for sales

New Uniqlo store in Shinjuku is aimed partly at foreign tourists but will also stock items otherwise sold only in Europe and the US.

Uniqlo, Nike lose to value-for-money ‘white labels’ as China consumers downgrade

A shift in spending behaviour is causing a significant impact on sales at global apparel brands from Uniqlo to Nike on the mainland market. The trend will persist, given slow or no improvement in job and income outlook, according to Deutsche Bank.

5 must-shop events in Hong Kong this weekend Aug 2-4, including Cat Expo

Shop for your fur babies at Cat Expo 2024, buy Hong Kong Tramways 120th anniversary merch, or drop in on fashion and beauty pop-up stores by Emis and Clinique in Hong Kong this weekend.

Who are the 5 richest billionaires in Japan? Net worths, ranked

Japan is known for its innovative companies and whether they’re in fashion, technology or an industry in between, the CEOs of these forward-thinking firms are among the country’s richest residents

Why are Japanese brands taking young Indians by storm?

A new wave of mid-range retailers is capitalising on Japan’s reputation for quality goods, winning millennial and Gen Z fans seeking ‘practical, functional’ items.

Opinion | Invest in Hong Kong’s creativity and local brands to unlock soft power