Celebrating One Year of Sustainable T-Shirts: Innovations and Expansions by Takihyo and Kinkos

One year ago, Takihyo Co., Ltd. and Kinkos Japan launched their Sustainable T-shirts, utilizing Takihyo's unique NO WASTE PROJECT materials and Kinkos' on-demand printing technology. As part of their anniversary celebration, they have rebranded the product to include features aimed at meeting the needs of both individual and corporate customers. Now, the product range is broader, addressing a variety of use cases in a sustainable manner.

New Features of the Sustainable T-Shirts

This updated line of Sustainable T-shirts comes with four new key features:

1. Corporate Custom Orders: Companies can now have custom collar tags featuring their logos. This makes the T-shirts suitable for events and uniforms, addressing the distinct needs of corporate clients.

2. Inclusion of Kids Sizes: Additions for kids' sizes (120 cm) expand the offerings for family use and events, ensuring the product is accessible to a wider audience.

3. Dual Branding Tags: The shirts now feature a combined brand tag from both Takihyo and Kinkos, enhancing the product's visibility and commitment to environmental sustainability.

4. Sophisticated Design and Comfort: The shirts are designed to be stylish and comfortable in their plain form, suitable for both printing and as standalone pieces.

Achievements So Far

Since the initial release, 400 units of the Sustainable T-shirts sold out quickly, finding utility in various practical applications:

- Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting: Used as promotional items for a sauna program.
- Fashion Design Unit “DOKKA vivid”: These were utilized as workshop bodies.
- Takihyo's New Graduate Training: Necessary attire for a training event.
- Nagoya University Link T Project: Scheduled for crowdfunding.

Additionally, they have been adopted in community events, club T-shirts, and trade show uniforms, showcasing the versatility of the product in diverse settings.

Pricing and Availability

- Price: 1,540 yen (tax included)
- Sizes: Kids 120 / S / M / L / XL
- Availability: At various Kinkos locations including Shinjuku Minami-guchi, Shibuya Sakura Stage, Sakae, and Namba.
- Product Page: Sustainable T-shirts
- Note: Previous tag products will be gradually replaced, and inquiries regarding stock should be made directly with the stores.

Looking Ahead

As the year progresses, Takihyo remains committed to expanding the potential of fashion and materials through collaboration with various industries. Their mission is to foster a society where everyone can participate in building a sustainable future while enjoying the process, continuously challenging themselves to create innovative value.

About Kinkos Japan Co., Ltd.

Kinkos aims to become recognized as a partner supporting customers in achieving a sustainable society through demand-driven solutions. With fully staffed printing services and businesses like Tsukuru Work co-working spaces, they provide a variety of services. They specialize in platform solutions for business improvements, large inkjet outputs for decoration and exhibitions, and marketing services, including promotional planning and design.

Company Information:

- Name: Kinkos Japan Co., Ltd.
- Location: 3-4-10 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Representative: President Hiroki Watanabe
- Established: December 24, 1991
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Employees: 723 (as of September 1, 2025)
- Website: Kinkos Corporate

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