Uniqlo marks 70 years of Philippines–Japan friendship through art
Commemorative installations reinterpret Filipino landscapes with Japanese design, celebrating seven decades of cultural exchange
As the Philippines and Japan commemorate 70 years of diplomatic friendship, Uniqlo is marking the milestone with a series of artistic installations that transform its stores into spaces celebrating the ties between the two nations.
Launched at the Uniqlo Manila Global Flagship Store in Glorietta 5, the installations reinterpret iconic Philippine landscapes through the lens of Japanese design. Inspired by the art of origami and crafted using sustainable components, the works imagine Japanese koi swimming through Siargao’s waves, cranes soaring above coconut trees, and lotus flowers blooming across the Banaue Rice Terraces.
Created in collaboration with Salcedo Auctions, the three installations represent Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, blending symbols from both cultures to highlight shared values of resilience, harmony, and renewal. The launch was attended by Japanese Ambassador H.E. Endo Kazuya, Department of Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay, and Department of Education Secretary Sonny Angara, underscoring the significance of the occasion.
Beyond the installations, Uniqlo is extending the celebration through exclusive Re.Uniqlo embroidery patches created with creative director Wilson Limon and indigenous artisans from across the Philippines, alongside special UTMe collections and seasonal offerings at Uniqlo Coffee. Together, the initiatives reinforce the brand’s role in bringing Filipino and Japanese cultures closer—not just through clothing, but through art, craftsmanship, and everyday experiences.
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