JAPAN: Disney’s Apparel Expansion Is No Funny Business
Koji Hoshino, president of Walt Disney International Japan, has named Japanese apparel manufacturer and wholesaler Takihyo Co Ltd a master licensee for Disney-branded apparel, footwear and accessories in Japan. Under the terms of the multi-year licensing agreement, Takihyo will produce and market Disney-branded outerwear, innerwear, layette, sleepwear, swimwear and rainwear.