June 5, 2026, Kuala Lumpur – Global apparel retailer UNIQLO announces a new UT (UNIQLO T-shirt) collection featuring ZO&FRIENDS from the global character brand LINE FRIENDS. This collection is filled with the charm of the beloved characters, known by their catchphrase “Perfectly imperfect friends.”
Curl Up With The World Of ZO&FRIENDS
ZO&FRIENDS continues to grow in popularity around the world. This collection features ZOA, a cloud cat who always takes it slow and appears aloof but is deeply caring, alongside A&NE, a lovable busybody whose warm and playful meddling brings a smile, and AKI and ZAKI, wild and unpredictable colorful bubbles born from ZOA’s footprints. The designs depict motifs from their everyday lives spent caring for each other.
Graphics To Enjoy Through Different Artistic Expressions
The collection features watercolor-style images that make use of pastel hues, as well as suede-style prints illustrated with small dots that produce a three-dimensional effect. Four designs are available, marking the world’s first T-shirt collection to express the personality of these characters through a variety of different art styles.
Collection Overview
Launch date: July 6, 2026 (Monday)
Product lineup: WOMEN T-shirts, 4 designs, RM59.90 (tax included)
Store availability: The full UT lineup will be available at all stores across Malaysia, as well as on the Uniqlo.com online store.
Special website: https://www.uniqlo.com/my/en/women/tops/ut-graphic-tees/zoandfriends-26ss
Product Images
WOMEN
FRIENDS
LINE FRIENDS is a global character brand that originated from stickers on the communication app LINE, which is used by more than 200 million people worldwide.
The brand features a wide range of original characters such as BROWN, CONY, and SALLY, as well as globally popular collaborations including BT21, co-created with global superstars BTS and loved by fans around the world.
In addition, LINE FRIENDS develops and manages various character IPs including ZO&FRIENDS, minini, JOGUMAN, DINOTAENG, MNH, and characters born from the LINE Creators Market such as Usamaru and Nekopen Biyori. The company also continues to expand partnerships with global companies through IP-based businesses, including collaborations with titles such as Genshin Impact.
With a strong fanbase centered around Gen Z, LINE FRIENDS has grown into a truly global brand and is currently present in 18 regions, including Seoul, New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo, and Shanghai.
About ZO&FRIENDS
ZOA is a cloud cat that is always taking it slow, appearing aloof but deeply caring, A&NE is a lovable busybody, and AKIZAKI are wild, unpredictable, colorful bubbles born from ZOA’s footprints. ZO&FRIENDS may be a little clumsy, but their hearts are always in the right place. ZOA offers cute comfort just by being near. A&NE brings a smile with warm words and tiny bits of meddling. AKIZAKI bounce in every direction, but always bring joy wherever they go.
Perfectly imperfect friends, ZO&FRIENDS. Here to be your good friends.
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