--- title: "Uniqlo: The Japanese Fast Fashion Retail Brand Sweeping the Industry" description: Founded in Japan in 1984, Uniqlo is a quality yet affordable casual wear brand that as become a top contender in the global fast fashion market. image: https://connect.regencycenters.com/hubfs/10200088_1.jpg --- - [Home](https://www.regencycenters.com/) - [Properties](https://connect.regencycenters.com/properties) - [In Development](https://connect.regencycenters.com/in-development) - [Regency](https://connect.regencycenters.com/regency) - [Contact](https://connect.regencycenters.com/contact) - [Investors](http://investors.regencycenters.com) - [Tenants](https://connect.regencycenters.com/tenants) - [Blog](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog) - [Corporate Responsibility](https://www.regencycenters.com/corporate-responsibility) - [Leadership](https://www.regencycenters.com/leadership) - [Investors](http://investors.regencycenters.com) - [Tenants](https://www.regencycenters.com/tenants) - [Careers](https://www.regencycenters.com/regency/careers) [![Regency Centers](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/regency-centers.svg)](https://www.regencycenters.com/) [![Search](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/icon-search.svg) Properties](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties) ![Menu](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/icon-menu.svg) Menu - [Properties](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties) - [In Development](https://www.regencycenters.com/in-development) - [Regency](https://www.regencycenters.com/regency) - [Contact](https://www.regencycenters.com/contact) Search - [Inside Regency](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/inside-regency) - [News Releases](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/news-releases) - [Retailer News](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/retailer-news) # Uniqlo: The Japanese Fast Fashion Retail Brand Sweeping the Industry [Regency Centers](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/author/regency-centers) April 5, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) For fashion enthusiasts in today’s modern world, [Uniqlo](https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/home/) is likely a familiar name. Founded in Japan in 1984, the quality yet affordable casual wear brand has become a top contender in the global fast fashion market. In a matter of 20 years, the brand has expanded to more than 1,300 stores across 15 countries in Asia, Europe and the U.S.![Uniqlo storefront featuring winter wear](https://connect.regencycenters.com/hs-fs/hubfs/10200088_1.jpg?width=1000&height=750&name=10200088_1.jpg) So, what distinguishes Uniqlo from the rest within such a booming industry? Boasting the philosophy “Made for All,” the brand seeks inclusivity, producing apparel that transcends the boundaries of age, gender and ethnicity, and sets itself apart through the use of signature in-house innovations including [LifeWear](https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/page/liveinlifewear.html), [HeatTech](https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/women/heattech-collection) and [AIRism](https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/women/airism-collection). Setting the bar even higher with a detailed staff training program that promotes a positive company culture, the brand has cultivated a positive environment for employees and customers alike. With a hands-on and adaptive approach to marketing, Uniqlo continues to implement inventive tactics ranging from unique in-store experiences to the utilization of company ambassadors, viral digital campaigns and brand collaborations. And with a solid foundation rooted in high-caliber products at an affordable price point, the brand remains an engaging, trustworthy source for fast fashion shoppers worldwide. Learn more about Uniqlo [here](https://martinroll.com/resources/articles/strategy/uniqlo-the-strategy-behind-the-global-japanese-fast-fashion-retail-brand/). *Photo credit: [Uniqlo](https://www.uniqlo.com/)* ##### Connect With Us [Join Our Mailing List](https://www.regencycenters.com/connect-with-us/)  > [Explore Our Markets](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties/our-markets)  > [Find a Space For Your Place](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties)  > ##### Related Stories [Feb 13 Read All About It: Barnes & Noble To Open Three New Regency Centers Locations](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/barnes-noble-to-open-three-new-stores-at-regency-centers) [Jan 30 New Retailers Expand Regency’s Portfolio in the Midwest](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/new-retailers-expand-regencys-portfolio-in-the-midwest) [Jan 23 The Shops at Stone Bridge Takes Shape With Exciting New Retailers](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/the-shops-at-stone-bridge-takes-shape-with-exciting-new-retailers) [Jan 04 Google and Amazon Host Pop-Up Events at Regency’s 101 7th Avenue in NYC](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/google-amazon-pop-up-events-regencys-101-7th-avenue-nyc) [Jun 16 REI Joins Regency's Indigo Square in Mt. 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