Now in its fifth year, the partnership is supporting the creativity and challenges of the next generation

Epson has announced the continuation of its partnership with the FASHION FRONTIER PROGRAM 2026 ("FFP"), a program organised by YUIMA NAKAZATO LABORATORY that seeks to discover and support next-generation fashion designers. Beginning in 2022, this partnership is now in its fifth year.

Providing technical support for FFP 2025 finalists at Epson's Fujimi Plant

Under its long-term corporate vision "ENGINEERED FUTURE 2035," Epson aims to drive technological advances, engineer the optimal future and deliver value to society. Through this partnership, Epson will offer its technologies and expertise to the next generation of creators, supporting their creativity and challenges in manufacturing and design and contributing to the realisation of this vision.

Providing technical support for FFP 2025 finalists at Epson's Fujimi Plant

Under its long-term corporate vision "ENGINEERED FUTURE 2035," Epson aims to drive technological advances, engineer the optimal future and deliver value to society. Through this partnership, Epson will offer its technologies and expertise to the next generation of creators, supporting their creativity and challenges in manufacturing and design and contributing to the realisation of this vision.

As part of the FFP, Epson plans to provide lectures and organise tours of its Solution Centres, offering participants opportunities to deepen their understanding of its printing technology and gain hands-on experience.

 In addition, Epson will support the production of participants' works by drawing on the technologies and expertise it has developed through its co-creation activities and business operations.

Epson will continue to deliver real-world value through its business activities as well as through diverse co-creation and support initiatives that contribute to the future of industry and society.

About the FASHION FRONTIER PROGRAMThis program is designed to discover and support fashion designers who can bring to life clothing designs that combine social responsibility and creativity. It is composed of three elements: awards, education, and incubation. Finalists earn the chance to learn from experts and mentors across diverse fields and are provided with technical support and opportunities to present their work.For more information go to:https://ffp.jp