Fast Retailing Co. Ltd. has announced plans to establish J Brand Japan Co. Ltd., a new subsidiary company which will develop the J Brand business in Japan. The company will be tasked with creating all J Brand operations in Japan. In December 2012 Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. acquired majority control of J Brand Holdings, LLC. J Brand's global headquarters are in Los Angeles, California.


Representative of J Brand Japan is Fast Retailing Group Senior Vice President, Makato Hata, who is paid 10 Million Yen (100.000$) in this role. The company will be in charge of Direct sales, through the opening and managing of J Brand stores, as well as sales and distribution of products through selected retailers. The establishment is planned for September 2013.