A "cap" is a tool that you wear on your head to prevent rain, snow, and direct sunlight. The disadvantage is that the range that can be prevented is narrow, but on the other hand, there is a big advantage that you can use both hands.

"Hatto! Umbrella" is a product that brings back that "cap" to the present day. Since both hands are free, it is a parasol that can be used in a wide range of scenes such as gardening, fishing, watching sports, and watching concerts at summer festivals.

"Hatto! Umbrella", a parasol perfect for gardening
"Hatto! Umbrella", a parasol perfect for gardening

To explain "Hat! Umbrella" in one word, "Parasol with your head". Wear it on your head with a rubber band with velcro. You may be wondering, "What's the difference with a hat?", But because there is a gap between the top of the head and the umbrella, your head won't get stuffy like when you wear a straw hat. Since the shading range is fairly wide, it is also a point that the neck does not get sunburned like a sun visor. In addition, since it can be folded normally, it has the advantage of being easier to carry than the "Kasa".

"Hatto! Umbrella" is a "head-held parasol"
"Hatto! Umbrella" is a "head-held parasol"

Can be folded and carried
Can be folded and carried

The downside is that it looks a little strange. but it's okay. If seven people wear this and walk around the city, they will feel like Kasa Jizo. If only one person wears a towel, people who go to the town for the first time will watch over with a warm look.

The downside of "Hat! Umbrella" is that it looks a little strange.
The downside of "Hat! Umbrella" is that it looks a little strange.


Image of Kasa Jizo (Image source: Elderly Lek Square / Shiori Ito)
Image of Kasa Jizo (Image source: Elderly Lek Square / Shiori Ito)

You can buy it at Leven, a store specializing in parasols and umbrellas. The price is 1,990 yen.

Leven also sells the dog umbrella "Pet Umbrella". This is an umbrella that can be used for a walk on a rainy day. It is the perfect rain gear for dogs who don't like rain. The price is 1,980 yen, which is a little cheaper than a human umbrella.

A little annoying one on a sunny day
A little annoying one on a sunny day