Be Prepared for the rain with the new Be Prepared. Anorak and shorts, top and bottom set-up.

The "Be Prepared" brand was born in Taito-ku, Tokyo. In Tokyo, the only brick-and-mortar store is "TF" in Gohonki. Fashion lovers' appetites are probably whetted by the good things that such an independent brand has to offer.

The four new items, which will go on sale on Saturday, May 2, are an anorak, shorts, a pair of below-the-knee half pants, and a bag.

Anorak (black, navy, purple) ¥44,000 each

2-tuck nylon shorts (black, navy, purple) each ¥25,300

2-tuck half pants (navy, beige) ¥28,600, (deep forest) ¥30,800

Souvenir bag (purple, navy) ¥6,050, (3-layer fabric navy) ¥7,920

The black, navy, and beige are 100% nylon, but the new purple color also uses polyester, making it supple. It is water-resistant and moisture permeable, making it useful even on rainy days. Moreover, they are compact when folded, making them convenient for travel.

Clothing that will accompany us on any given day is an essential part of our daily lives.