Comfortable Feet on Rainy Days. "Ashibrella," Socks Worn Like Umbrellas, Newly Launched at "Kutsushitaya" Stores Nationwide and Official Online Store

Tabio Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Naniwa-ku, Osaka; Representative Director and President: Katsuhiko Ochi), which operates sock specialty stores such as "Kutsushitaya," "Tabio," and "Tabio MEN," has expanded its product variations and sizes for water-repellent socks, based on the novel concept of "umbrellas worn on your feet" to alleviate discomfort on rainy days. The new "Ashibrella" series is now being strongly promoted and has launched at "Kutsushitaya" stores nationwide and the official Tabio online store. Special Feature Page 【Background and Process】 On rainy days, the discomfort of wet feet inside shoes is common. "Rain shoes are stuffy," "rain boots are hard to coordinate" – foot problems are endless. To address these concerns, "Kutsushitaya" developed water-repellent socks, knitted with water-repellent yarn that repels water. Previously, two items, and , were offered and well-received for rainy day foot protection and outdoor use to prevent water-soluble dirt. Building on this, under the new concept of "socks worn like umbrellas," the company has now added , designed to easily match casual styles, and expanded its size range, broadening fashionability and variations. This has led to the strengthened promotion of the "Ashibrella" series. 【About "Ashibrella"】 "Ashibrella" is a series of water-repellent socks promoted under the novel concept of "umbrellas worn on your feet." ・Uses water-repellent yarn to guard feet from rain and splashes. ・Maintains comfortable wear even inside shoes. ・Designed for easy daily use. Based on this product concept, as a "new standard for rainy days" item that combines functionality and everyday usability, the series offers three items: with a simple design and rich color variations for versatile wear on and off duty; with an Achilles guard, suitable for outdoor scenes like sunny day camping and festivals; and the newly added , allowing enjoyment of fashion even on rainy days. *While this series uses yarn with superior water repellency compared to conventional yarn, the effect of the water-repellent treatment is not permanent and may diminish due to UV exposure or repeated washing. Also, due to the nature of socks, water may penetrate through the knitted fabric. Please note that they are not completely waterproof. ■【Ashibrella】Product Overview ○ ・Colors: Off-white, Black, Red, Blue ・Price: 1,100 yen (tax included) ○ ・Colors: Off-white, Black, Dull Beige, Fluorescent Pink, Red, Fluorescent Orange, Fluorescent Yellow, Light Mint, Olive, Blue, Turquoise Blue ・Price: 1,100 yen (tax included) ○ ・Colors: Off-white, Black, Dull Beige, Fluorescent Pink, Red, Fluorescent Orange, Fluorescent Yellow, Light Mint, Olive, Blue, Turquoise Blue ・Price: 990 yen *All sizes available in 21-23cm / 23-25cm / 25-27cm ■Sales Overview ○Sales Channels: "Kutsushitaya" stores nationwide / Official Tabio online store (https://tabio.com/jp/) ○Launch Date: Sequentially rolling out from late April *Product lineup may vary by store. ■Tabio Co., Ltd. (TSE Standard Market, Securities Code: 2668) Since its founding in 1968, Tabio Co., Ltd. has pursued the goal of creating "a second skin" that makes you forget you're wearing socks for over 50 years. To create socks with a delicate feel, each product is carefully knitted one by one by Japanese craftsmen with many years of experience and skill. Currently, the company operates 225 sock specialty stores (as of the end of March 2026) nationwide, including "Kutsushitaya," "Tabio," and "Tabio MEN." Stores under the "Tabio" name are also expanding in Paris, London, China, and other locations, where the Made in Japan comfort and design are highly regarded. ○Business Activities Planning, wholesale, and retail of socks; operation of directly managed stores (Kutsushitaya, Tabio, Tabio MEN); operation of franchise chains (Kutsushitaya). ○Homepage: https://tabio.com/jp/