[Made in Japan] [Umbrella for both sunny and rainy days] Folding Umbrella POTTERY by Stig Lindberg Makita Shoten In the Fuji North Foothills region, pre-dyed silk fabrics have been actively woven since ancient times, utilizing the abundant spring water of Mount Fuji. The large, bold patterns created using the even dyeing process with Mount Fuji's spring water and the latest electronic jacquard looms embody Makita Shoten's commitment to manufacturing. Founded in 1866, Makita Shoten began by peddling silk fabrics to Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo. After the Showa 30s (1955-1964), with the spread of chemical fibers, they utilized the techniques cultivated in pre-dyed fabrics and established their name as a major production base for umbrella fabrics using unique pre-dyeing methods. Makita Shoten also makes fabrics for the long-established umbrella maker, Maehara Kouei Shoten. The fabric making and craftsmanship, with a history of 150 years since the Edo period, truly shine. The most distinctive feature of Makita Shoten's parasols is that they are "umbrellas made by a textile manufacturer," with original production encompassing fabric design, weaving, and umbrella manufacturing. While preserving the spirit of traditional craftsmanship, Makita Shoten's umbrellas have continued to evolve with the times through the acquisition of overseas technology and the introduction of new equipment. Makita Shoten possesses large-scale electronic jacquard looms, which are rare in Japan, enabling them to add high value, design without restrictions, and ensure "production capacity" and "joint development of processing technology," which are unique to Makita Shoten. Makita Shoten's umbrellas are carefully crafted one by one, using Koshu-ori (a type of fabric from the Koshu region) with a focus on domestic production, even though about 90% of the domestic market consists of overseas products. The vibrant colors and three-dimensional patterns create a sense of luxury, and the inside of the umbrella features a reversed pattern, allowing the person holding the umbrella to enjoy the design as well. Furthermore, the frames are made to match the weight, form, and fabric, and they also meet the standard of over 90% UV protection with UV processing.