Biz Stream S2018E13 - Resurgence of Japanese Apparel

On-Site Report In Japan's fashion industry, some companies are finding success with new business models. Several manufacturers that used to be sourced exclusively by luxury brands are now working with an e-commerce company to create and sell their own unique brands. Another company is making things even more personal and matching individual clothing makers directly with consumers to create the ultimate in order-made fashion. World Perspective Cosmetics firms in Thailand have seen booming sales of skin-care products that come from an unusual source. The key ingredient is made from slime of a certain pest that's found in farm fields throughout the country.