Lightweight jackets, a fresh take on plaid, and new tailoring codes define the season’s ready-to-wear collections.

U.S. fashion chain Forever 21 re-entered the Japanese market on Feb. 21 with plans to reinvent itself after pulling out of the country four years ago amid criticism and competition from internet ...

RMIT fashion design lecturer Alexandra Sherlock ... in the West was helping keep the tradition alive in Japan. But adapting to changing trends is helping to keep businesses like Marugo open.