When does Shimamura's clothing collection start?

Permanent collection begins on July 21, 2024, at nearly all stores, excluding some locations.

What types of clothing can be donated?

Clothing items (including other brands) are accepted, but underwear, socks, shoes, accessories, bedding, and leather goods are excluded.

What happens to the collected clothes?

Items are sorted for reuse (resale) or recycling (regenerated into new garments) to support resource circulation.

What should I check before donating?

Please wash items and ensure no valuables are left in pockets. Wet or heavily soiled items cannot be accepted.

Can I get my donated clothes back?

Donated items cannot be returned once submitted.

Shimamura Group Launches Permanent Clothing Collection at Nearly All Stores Starting July 21 (Tue) – Turning Unwanted Clothes into New Resources!

Published Jul 15, 2026 6:10 PM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 9:26 AM ・ 10 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Shimamura Group announces the launch of permanent in-store clothing collection at nearly all its stores (Shimamura, Avail, Birthday, Chamble, DivaLo) starting July 21, 2024. The initiative aims to reduce textile waste by recycling and reusing unwanted garments through partnerships with ECOMMIT and Kaitack Family.

Shimamura Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: 1-602-1 Kitabukuro-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture; President & CEO: Iichiro Takahashi) will launch permanent clothing collection at nearly all Shimamura Group stores (Shimamura, Avail, Birthday, Chamble, DivaLo), excluding some locations, starting Tuesday, July 21, 2024.

Since launching a pilot clothing collection program at select stores in 2024 with the goal of reducing post-purchase textile waste, the company has collected over 300 tons of clothing thanks to customer cooperation. With the transition to permanent collection, customers can now conveniently drop off items anytime during their shopping visits.

Purpose of the Clothing Collection Initiative

Shimamura Group has positioned "zero product waste and its continuous evolution" as a core ESG initiative. The company already practices "zero waste" by selling every last piece of inventory (with no surplus stock incinerated or landfilled). This new clothing collection program represents the next evolution—extending waste reduction efforts to post-consumer apparel.

About "Shim-Eco"

Shimamura promotes sustainability through various initiatives under the "Shim-Eco" brand, including waste reduction, resource reuse, and eco-conscious product development. The company has created a dedicated logo to represent its environmental efforts.

For more details, visit:

https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/sustainability/goodcompany.html

How the Clothing Collection System Works

Collected garments are transported to circular hubs operated by partner company ECOMMIT Co., Ltd. At these centers, specialized staff sort items based on condition into two streams: reuse (resale) and recycling (regeneration), enabling circular resource flow through the following pathways:

- Reuse (Resale)

Items are resold domestically and internationally through ECOMMIT’s circular service platform "PASSTO."

- Recycling (Regeneration)

Through the "MUDA ZERO" project by partner Kaitack Family Co., Ltd., garments are recycled into new fibers. Products made from these regenerated fibers will be sold by the Shimamura Group starting in fiscal year 2025.

Collection Program Overview

- Start Date: July 21 (Tue), 2024 onwards

- Participating Stores: All Shimamura Group stores except for a few locations

For store details, visit:

https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/shop/shop-list/53/

- Items Accepted: Clothing (including non-Shimamura brands)

* Exclusions: Underwear, socks, shoes, fashion accessories (bags, hats, etc.), bedding, leather goods (including synthetic leather)

- Important Notes: Please wash all items before donation.

Please ensure pockets and other compartments are free of valuables before drop-off.

Wet or heavily soiled items cannot be accepted.

Donated clothing cannot be returned.

For more information on the clothing collection program, visit our corporate website:

https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/sustainability/goodcompany.html

About Kaitack Family Co., Ltd. and the "MUDA ZERO" Project

Kaitack Family Co., Ltd. is a comprehensive apparel manufacturer offering casual wear for men, women, and children, including denim, sleepwear, loungewear, and innerwear. To advance sustainable fashion, the company partnered with ISKO in 2023 to launch the "MUDA ZERO" project. Collected garments are recycled into yarn, fabric, and new products through this initiative.

▼ Learn more:

https://mudazero.jp/

About ECOMMIT Co., Ltd. and the "PASSTO" Circular Service

ECOMMIT is a circular trading company dedicated to building infrastructure for a "zero-waste society." Operating seven circular centers nationwide, ECOMMIT collects, sorts, and redistributes unwanted items. Its proprietary traceability system digitizes the flow of goods, enabling accurate reporting of reuse and recycling rates as well as CO2 reduction—offering comprehensive sustainability support to businesses and municipalities. PASSTO is ECOMMIT’s resource circulation service that collects unwanted clothing and household goods for reuse and recycling.

▼ Learn more:

https://www.passto.jp/

Find a Nearby Clothing Collection Store

https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/shop/shop-list/53/

Find the Nearest Store

https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/shop/

Shimamura Group’s SNS and Official App

https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/sns/

Shimamura Group’s Online Store: "Shimamura Park"

https://www.shop-shimamura.com/

Contact Information

For media and PR inquiries: Contact form https://www.shimamura.gr.jp/faq/contact

For other inquiries: Main phone number 048-631-2111 (Reception hours: Weekdays 10:00–17:00)

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: キャンペーン
Organizations: ISKO
Products / services: PASSTO / MUDA ZERO