Formerly known as Ogori Shoji Co., Fast Retailing is a Japanese apparel retailer that operates internationally through its Uniqlo, Global Brands and GU segments. Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Yamaguchi, the company designs, manufactures and retails its products, which span accessories, apparel and footwear. It sells online and in stores across its brands, which include Comptoir des Cotonniers, GU, J Brand, PLST, Princesse tam.tam, Theory and Uniqlo.