LAKOLE Launches Rain and UV Goods Series With Heat-Blocking Umbrellas and PCM Cooling Sun-Care Items

LAKOLE, a lifestyle brand operated by Adastria Co., Ltd. under the and ST HD Group, will launch its “Rain & UV Goods Series” at stores nationwide and through the official online store a d ST. The collection is designed to help customers stay comfortable and stylish on both rainy days and days with strong sunlight. This year’s lineup features more than 50 items combining functionality and fashion, led by the popular heat-blocking umbrella series, which has surpassed cumulative sales of 100,000 units by SKU total. The collection also introduces new UV-care goods using PCM processing, a cooling material currently drawing attention. PCM material absorbs and releases heat in environments below 28°C, allowing items such as arm covers to provide a pleasant cooling sensation similar to a cooling neck ring during summer outings. LAKOLE is a lifestyle brand built around the concept “Make the ordinary wonderful.” It offers household goods, women’s apparel, men’s apparel, and grocery items, focusing on everyday products that make daily life more enjoyable. The series will be available at all LAKOLE stores and the official online store a d ST. Key items include lightweight umbrellas for both rain and sun, one-touch folding umbrellas with heat-blocking functions, large full-length umbrellas, packable raincoats and ponchos, absorbent umbrella cases, rain shoe covers, extendable umbrella covers, PCM UV arm covers, PCM UV sun visors, UPF50+ UV parkas, neck and face caps, and ribbed arm covers. Highlighted products include the rain-or-shine heat-blocking lightweight folding umbrella priced at 1,980 yen, weighing about 150 grams and offering complete light blocking, 100% UV protection, and heat-shielding performance. The one-touch rain-or-shine heat-blocking folding umbrella, priced at 2,200 yen, features a large 58 cm canopy and automatic open-close operation. The large basic full-length umbrella, priced at 1,100 yen, uses a 65 cm rib design and jump-opening mechanism. Packable raincoats and ponchos are priced at 1,650 yen and feature compact storage and water-repellent fabric. Convenience goods include a metallic compact umbrella case priced at 550 yen, Rain ZIP shoe covers priced from 880 to 1,100 yen, and an extendable umbrella cover priced at 440 yen. For UV care, LAKOLE will release PCM UV arm covers and PCM UV sun visors in late May, along with UV, water-repellent, and contact-cooling apparel and accessories. As of the end of April 2026, LAKOLE operates 101 stores across Japan, including its online store.