Restoration of Sleeping Bags for Climbing and Camping Using Technology for High-End Down Products Like Moncler

"Home Delivery Cleaning Morikuri (Morimoto Cleaning)" (Head Office: Settsu City, Osaka Prefecture, Founded 1973), a specialist in high-end down and special item cleaning, has launched "Outdoor Sleeping Bag Pack," a new maintenance service designed to restore the diminished functions of sleeping bags (shurafu) for campers, climbers, and hiking enthusiasts.

This service applies the expert restoration techniques cultivated through the maintenance of high-end down products such as Moncler and Canada Goose, reviving the loft and thermal insulation of flattened down.

Furthermore, as gear used in natural environments, we now offer standard "PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)-free" water-repellent processing that is considerate of both the environment and human health.

Background of Development: "Functional Decline" of Expensive Gear Used in Harsh Environments and "Interest in Environmental Consideration"

In recent years, there has been an increase in outdoor enthusiasts enjoying nature through activities such as camping, serious mountain climbing, and hiking, leading to a rise in the use of high-performance, high-priced down sleeping bags.

However, many climbers and campers have expressed concerns about the decline in their sleeping bags' original "thermal insulation" due to prolonged use in harsh natural environments and compression storage in stuff sacks, which causes the internal down to flatten after absorbing sebum, sweat, and moisture.

Moreover, the environmental persistence of PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) found in water repellents for outdoor wear and gear has become a global social issue.

In response to the demand to "restore the functionality of gear that protects us from harsh nature, and to use it carefully for a long time without burdening the natural environment," we have developed this service by bringing together the maintenance technology for high-end brand down that our shop has cultivated for over 50 years.

Three Features of This Service

1. Functional Restoration Technique Applying Care Technology for High-End Down (Moncler, Canada Goose, etc.)

Our artisans, who are supported nationwide for cleaning high-end down products that other shops often refuse, meticulously maintain each sleeping bag by hand.

By carefully washing away accumulated dirt and sweat with specialized detergent, and applying our unique "restoration technique" and "fattening process," we revive the loft (volume) of flattened down and powerfully restore the sleeping bag's original thermal insulation.

2. "PFAS-Free Water-Repellent Processing" for Outdoor Enthusiasts Who Love Nature

To protect the down from unpredictable mountain weather and condensation inside tents, we apply water-repellent processing to sleeping bags after cleaning. This service comes standard with environmentally friendly, non-fluorinated water-repellent processing that does not use any PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), which are a concern for environmental persistence and ecosystem impact. As it is gear used in nature, we offer an eco-friendly choice.

3. Free Storage Service for Up to 12 Months, Completed via Smartphone

There is no need to carry bulky sleeping bags to the store; ordering and arranging for pickup can be completed with just a smartphone. Furthermore, after cleaning, we offer "free storage for up to 12 months" in an optimal environment with controlled temperature and humidity. This frees up storage space at home during the off-season and ensures your gear is delivered in the best condition for the next season or expedition.

Future Outlook: Towards a Sustainable Outdoor Life of Long-Term Use of Cherished Gear

"Home Delivery Cleaning Morikuri (Morimoto Cleaning)" aims to help climbers, hiking enthusiasts, and campers nationwide enjoy safe and comfortable outdoor lives on their next expeditions and seasons by restoring the functions of their cherished gear through artisanal craftsmanship. We aim to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society that is kind to the global environment, where quality items are cared for and used for a long time, rather than being disposable.