日傘と雨傘は兼用できない!?   兼用できる折りたたみ傘の見分け方!

Did you know that UV rays are only weak for three months of the year ?

In fact, UV protection in the summer alone is not enough!

However, when it's raining or you have a lot of luggage, the parasol tends to take a back seat...

So this time, we'll show you how to identify umbrellas that fold up for easy portability and can be used as both a parasol and an umbrella for the rain!

What kind of umbrella can be used as both a parasol and a rain umbrella?

Did you know that there are two ways to label an umbrella: "for both sunny and rainy weather" and "for both sunny and rainy weather"?

These two words seem similar, but they actually have slightly different meanings.

What are the differences?

In simple terms

A "rain and sun umbrella" is a "parasol" that can be used in the rain, that is, an umbrella that has been waterproofed to make it water-resistant .

"Rain and shine" means an umbrella that can be used on sunny days.

The Seiame umbrella is based on a parasol, so it naturally functions as a parasol, protecting you from UV rays, and can be used without any problems in light or normal rain, but it is less water-resistant than an umbrella when used in heavy rain or downpours.

On the other hand, the Amahare is based on an umbrella and is waterproof and water-repellent, so it is no problem to protect against rain. As a parasol, it has UV protection, so it can be used to protect against UV rays, but it is still inferior to a real parasol.

As you can see, the difference between the two lies in their main functions. Please use this as a reference when choosing an umbrella that suits your lifestyle and the occasion.

Even if it's raining, UV protection is essential!

On cloudy or rainy days when the sun doesn't come out, you might think that you need to take a break from UV protection...

We tend to be careless because UV rays are invisible like sunlight, but they never reach zero throughout the year .

It is said that UV rays start to increase around March to April and reach their peak between May and August.

There will be many cloudy and rainy days in June, but it is dangerous to be complacent!

Even when it's cloudy, UV rays can pass through the clouds and reach the ground.

The same goes for rainy days! But during the rainy season when it rains all day or rains on and off, should you bring a parasol or an umbrella?

It's not always possible to wield two swords!

So what kind of umbrella should you choose?

A great product that can be folded and used as both a parasol and a rain umbrella!

Wouldn't it be great if you could combine the best features of both an umbrella and a parasol?

A folding parasol is already a great idea, but if it can be used in both sunny and rainy weather, it's like "even more powerful!" There's no reason not to get one!

It was sunny but suddenly it started raining,

"What should I do if all I have is a parasol?"

You may have thought, "It's not waterproof, so it'll get wet."

In such cases, you'll be fine if you use the ``foldable umbrella'' that I recommend!

There is no problem with continuing to use the umbrella you have been using as a parasol as an umbrella for rain.

You'll never have to worry about having to change umbrellas or getting soaked in the rain and feeling lost when all you have is a parasol!

Our recommended dual-purpose folding parasol is from the brand The Ichi , which incorporates many ingenious features to enable it to be used as both an umbrella and a parasol, and combines design with ease of use.

This is an original The Ichi product with a design that is different from the typical folding parasols.

You can enjoy the innovative and bold design that doesn't look like a parasol at first glance.

In addition to UV protection, it is also waterproof, so you can use it as an umbrella in both sunny and rainy weather.

*The rain and sun umbrella is a "parasol" that can be used in emergencies, even in light rain. Please be careful when using it for long periods of time.

Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-Folding Umbrella - FLAMINGO/Beige Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-fold Umbrella - Pansy Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-fold Umbrella - Glass Chrysanthemum/Light Blue Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-fold Umbrella - White Rabbit of Inaba / White Oak
Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-Folding Umbrella - FLAMINGO Beige Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-Folding Umbrella - Pansy Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-Folding Umbrella - Glass Chrysanthemum Light Blue Japanese Pattern Textile Tri-Folding Umbrella - White Rabbit of Inaba - White Oak

What did you think?

I talked about folding parasols.

Have I been able to convey the appeal of a dual-purpose umbrella?

This item is perfect for protecting you from UV rays during the rainy season, and for enjoying outings without worrying about sudden summer rain.

Please try it!

If you've been using a rain umbrella as a parasol on sunny days, why not take this opportunity to switch to The Ichi 's dual-purpose umbrella?

北斎グラフィック

We want to create umbrellas that are "stylish, elegant, and stylish on rainy days and sunny days." This is the origin of Hokusai Graphic. Hokusai's ukiyo-e prints remain fresh in every era and continue to fascinate the world today. Just like this great predecessor, Hokusai, we at Hokusai Graphic create and sell umbrellas with original graphic designs that remain fresh in every era and fascinate the world.

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Japan's leading Japanese umbrella and umbrella shop

日本随一の和傘和柄傘専門店

The new umbrella style proposed by umbrella specialist store Hokusai Graphic combines the performance of a lightweight and functional new umbrella with a shape that inherits the traditional Japanese wagasa umbrella.

A functional windproof umbrella suitable for both sunny and rainy days

晴雨兼用機能的な耐風傘

The Hokusai graphic umbrella is UV-resistant, making it suitable for use in rain or shine. It is also durable enough to withstand strong winds.

All original designs

全てオリジナルデザイン

By planning and designing in-house, we can create unique designs. We express Japanese patterns and floral designs in a modern Japanese style.

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