Objects IO teams up with long-established umbrella brand Knilps. Here is a smart folding umbrella that eliminates discomfort on rainy days.

The rainy season is almost here. Let's greet the rainy season with these topics delivered at a nice timing to lift our spirits.

objcts.io, a leather product brand with the concept of "an object that frees the user from various daily limitations and stimulates creativity," has collaborated with Knirps, a long-established folding umbrella brand in Germany, to release a specially designed folding umbrella. The brand will collaborate with Knirps, a long-established folding umbrella brand in Germany, to release a specially-designed folding umbrella.

This collaboration was inspired by the "umbrella cover" made of waterproof leather released by Objects IO in the past, and was made possible by the brand's passionate desire to "make rainy days, which can be so depressing, as comfortable and uplifting as possible. This collaboration was made possible through the efforts of Knilps, which resonated with the brand's passionate desire to "make rainy days, which can be so depressing, a little more comfortable and uplifting.

In addition to the durable folding umbrella, the umbrella cover that inspired the project is now available.

Knirps T.220 for objcts.io ¥11,000

This specially ordered umbrella, based on the standard Knilps model "T.220," has a one-touch automatic open/close function and an eight-bone folding structure with excellent wind resistance and durability. When folded, it is approximately 29 cm in length and 6 cm in diameter, making it an unobtrusive size when stored in a bag.

The shaft is equipped with a special Japan-specific "Safety System" that prevents the shaft from popping out unexpectedly, so it won't suddenly open up when your hand hits it.

The special-order design is based on the coloring of "Knilps," and the brand logo featuring red dots is printed on the inside of the umbrella.

Next up is an umbrella cover with carabiner to upgrade your umbrella cover with waterproof leather.

Umbrella cover with carabiner ¥18,700

The umbrella cover, which is treated as an accessory that gets damp or lost easily, has been upgraded to leather to create this item with a strong presence. It is available in three colors: black, white beige, and gray.

Waterproof shrink leather, which is used in many of Objects IO's products such as soft backpacks, is used to eliminate the problem of the cover getting soaked when storing a wet umbrella and wetting other items.

A carabiner is placed on the top of the cover to enhance the portability of the folding umbrella. By putting the strap of "T.220" through it, it can be carried by hooking it to your hand or to the handle of a tote bag.

These special-order items will go on sale in advance at the online store from May 29 (Wed.), and will be available at TSUCHIYA KABAN directly-managed stores nationwide from June 5 (Wed.). It would not be a bad idea to check them out before the full-blown rainy season begins.