3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat to be Available for General Sale from Autumn 2026
The multi-functional school hat '3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat' will be available for general sale from Autumn 2026.
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- 📰 Published: April 1, 2026 at 08:07
Epochal, a UV-cut specialized brand developed by Pika-Boo Inc. (Head Office: Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture, Representative: Kimiko Matsunari), will begin offering the '3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat', previously produced only for schools, for general sale (planned) from Autumn 2026. Sales are planned to be conducted through the Epochal official online store and Amazon.
■ What is the 3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat?
The '3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat' is Epochal's original multi-functional school hat developed to protect children during their commute to and from school.
• 'Light Disaster Prevention Helmet Structure' with built-in impact absorbing material
• High visibility with 360-degree reflective material
• UPF50+ UV-cut material
• 3WAY specifications that can be used according to the scene
It is designed to protect children's heads from 'minor to moderate impacts' that can easily occur in daily life, such as UV protection, heatstroke prevention, injury prevention, falls, collisions, and falling objects.
■ About Epochal (Pika-Boo Inc.)
Epochal is Japan's first specialized UV-cut brand, established in 2002.
With the philosophy of 'Protecting children's skin and lives,' we have developed UV-cut wear and safety-enhancing school supplies in collaboration with doctors and experts.
Pika-Boo Inc. has previously handled UV-cut hats, UV-cut gym clothes, and UV-cut uniforms for kindergartens, nursery schools, and child centers nationwide.
These, along with the 3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat, are 'Recommended Products by the Japan School Health Association' as part of the School Series.
■ We Want to Protect Children During Their Commute
Accidents during commutes are not limited to traffic accidents, but also include:
• Collisions with friends
• Collisions with bicycles
• Falls on stairs or pedestrian bridges
• Flying objects due to strong winds
A large proportion of these are 'minor impacts' that occur in daily life.
Epochal developed this product as a safety gear that can be worn naturally every day to protect children from these 'everyday dangers'.
■ General Sales to Begin from Autumn 2026
This product, which has so far only been available through 'original production for schools,' will begin 'individual sales' from Autumn 2026 in response to requests from many parents and educational professionals.
Planned Sales Channels:
• Epochal Official Online Store https://www.epochal.jp
• Amazon (Epochal Official Store)
■ Announcement of Questionnaire for Launch
Prior to general sales, a 'questionnaire' will be conducted on the Epochal official page and the Pika-Boo Inc. official website to improve the product and investigate demand.
A campaign is also planned where participants will be entered into a lottery to win Amazon gift certificates.
Latest information will be announced periodically via:
• Epochal Official Email Newsletter https://www.epochal.jp
• Epochal Official LINE https://page.line.me/fjz3111w
■ Inquiries Regarding This Matter
Pika-Boo Inc. (Epochal)
Public Relations: Iseki, Sato
Email: office@epochal-uv.com
Official Website: https://www.epocal.jp
FAQ
When will the '3WAY & Multi-Guard School Hat' be available for general sale?
General sales are planned to begin around Autumn 2026.
Where can I purchase it?
Sales are planned to be conducted through the Epochal official online store and Amazon.
What are its features?
It features a light disaster prevention helmet structure with built-in impact absorbing material, 360-degree reflective material, and UPF50+ UV-cut material, with 3WAY specifications to adapt to various situations. It aims for UV protection, heatstroke prevention, and injury prevention.
Is there a difference between the individually sold version and the school version?
The individually sold version will not have embroidery. For school-unit production, embroidery of the school name is possible.
Will there be a survey before the release?
Yes, to improve the product and investigate demand, a survey will be conducted on the Epochal official page and the Pika-Boo Inc. official website. A campaign is also planned where participants will be entered into a lottery to win Amazon gift certificates.