Keep it long, treasure it long.

Great shape

Today, it is said that over 90% of umbrellas distributed in Japan are manufactured overseas. The number of craftsmen who manufacture umbrellas in Japan has decreased considerably. It seems that there are very few successors. Still, the delicate craftsmanship that is unique to Japan, and the making of umbrellas, which are sometimes important for repairs due to harsh weather, is a treasure that we want to be handed down without fail.

Umbrella with a beautiful impression

The fabric, which can be said to be the face of an umbrella, is made in beautiful Japan that will leave an impression when you see it. The wakao umbrella emphasizes the delicate expressiveness of textiles made in Japan, such as yukata fabrics and Kyoto Yuzen.
In order to make an umbrella that can be cherished throughout its life, not as an umbrella as a tool, it is important that the overall balance is harmonized in a light, strong, beautiful form that can be opened and closed.

Japanese umbrella to be inherited

“Kasa Kobo WAKAO” was founded in 1938 by Showa Wakao, an umbrella craftsman.
At that time, Tokyo was the main production area for umbrellas. Dozens of processes, from cutting the fabric to sewing, framing, handing, and finishing, are carefully made by the hands of each skilled artisan.

Each material in each process is selected with great care.
Ladies long umbrella Check Used in RED, the handle is bamboo material. We currently use kamboku with knots that can only be made in Japan by one company. The handle that slowly bends over time has a familiar hand, beauty, and luxury. The bone part, which is the key to the form, is made of durable materials and is very lightweight.

In addition, this umbrella boasts a beautiful round shape when unfolded. A wakao umbrella that you can feel the comfort of handmade. The fabric is a basic check pattern that many people like. The plain-like check pattern that is not too conspicuous is a casual point of style. This is a rainy day that seems to be fun.