 In 2002 their first Chinese Uniqlo outlet was opened in Shanghai along with four overseas outlets in London, England.2005 saw more overseas expansion, with stores opening in the United States (New York City), Hong Kong (Tsim Sha Tsui) and South Korea (Seoul), their South Korean expansion being part of a joint venture with Lotte.As of year-end 2005, in addition to its overseas holdings, Uniqlo had around 700 stores within Japan.