
We don't want "being prepared" to be a stress. A passion project that pushed the limits of lightness to just 67g.
Is sudden rain holding you back?
"It was sunny this morning, but then it started pouring. The heavy umbrella I carried 'just in case' took up space in my bag all day and felt like a lead weight on my shoulder." We have all been there. Being prepared for sudden rain is essential in modern life, but it defeats the purpose if the preparation itself becomes a burden. If you prioritize lightness, the umbrella is weak in the wind; if you prioritize durability, it's heavy and bulky. We have continued development with a single-minded desire to resolve this umbrella-buying dilemma and make the daily lives of our users lighter and more comfortable.
A challenge to reach new limits, responding sincerely to user expectations
When we released our previous model, the "pentagon72," we received a great response along with passionate expectations that "Amvel can go even further." It was the passion to respond sincerely to those feelings that drove me. The first thing I tackled was pushing the limits of the fabric even further. We moved beyond the existing ultra-thin standard of 15 denier and adopted 10-denier ultra-fine fibers that are light as a feather and even more delicate. Maintaining high water repellency and strength while keeping this level of thinness was an incredibly difficult task, but by thoroughly reviewing our material selection from the ground up, we pursued the ideal of lightness.
Thorough functional beauty that balances lightness and strength
Eliminating the worry that "light umbrellas break easily in the wind" is a testament to our integrity in craftsmanship. We changed the shape of the shaft from the standard round to an "octagonal" shape, which is resistant to external impact, dramatically increasing structural strength. Furthermore, we used carbon fiber—a material also used in aircraft—for the ribs. As a result, we achieved both a weight of "67g," lighter than a convenience store rice ball, and the toughness to withstand wind speeds of 15m/s. This challenge has garnered attention from media outlets like Nikkei Business and the Asahi Shimbun, and it is now even included in the Matsuya Ginza Design Collection.
Living your days without thinking about your umbrella creates new freedom
At 67g, you'll forget you're even carrying it. If you tuck it into the corner of your bag, there's no need to carry heavy loads out of concern for the weather. We pursued convenience for the user down to the smallest detail, including a "two-stage folding mode" for smooth transport and an included carrying pouch. We don't just want to offer an umbrella as a tool; we want to offer "free, comfortable days" liberated from the anxiety of rain. Why not make this innovative, lightweight pentagon67 your companion and lighten up your lifestyle?
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