Last Updated: 2010.05.19
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- 2004.1
- FAST RETAILING took an equity stake in LINK INTERNATIONAL CO.,LTD. (now LINK THEORY HOLDINGS CO., LTD.), marketer of the Theory apparel brand.
- 2004.2
- National Standard Inc., marketer of the national standard women's apparel brand, is made a consolidated subsidiary (exited the business in May 2006).
- 2004.10
- Opened first large-format UNIQLO store (2,100 square meters) in Shinsaibashisuji store in Osaka.
- 2004.12
- Established a joint venture with Lotte Shopping Co. Ltd. of South Korea to expand UNIQLO operations in the country.
- 2004.12
- Established the design subsidiary UNIQLO Design Studio, New York, Inc. to enhance the R&D functions.