As of September 18, a total of 133 cases of dengue fever have been confirmed in 17 prefectures in Japan.

The most effective way to prevent dengue fever is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes that carry the virus. This is generally done by using insect repellents. However, some people may not want to use commercial insect repellents. For such people, we recommend...perhaps, the "Hooded Zip Up Mosquito Jacket.


The "Hooded Zip Up Mosquito Jacket" is a "wearable mosquito net" that completely covers the face. It is a jacket-type product that can be worn over regular clothes to protect against insect bites to some extent. Insect repellent sprays lose their effectiveness after a few hours, but the "Hooded Zip Up Mosquito Jacket" keeps you protected from insect bites as long as you wear it.

It is sold through the U.S. mail-order site Hammarcher Schlemmer. It also comes with a convenient carrying case. The price is $59.95. Shipping to Japan is an additional $75.95.


Hammarcher Schlemmer also sells the Wearable Mosquito Net, which is lighter than the Hooded Zip Up Mosquito Jacket, and the Wearable Mosquito Net (Pants), which protects legs from insect bites. which protects your legs from insect bites.



If you wear these products, you may not be afraid of outdoor events....