Come Across Co., Ltd., a company specializing in umbrella manufacturing and sales headquartered in Higashiosaka City, Osaka (Representative Director: Mitsuaki Imanaka), has released the "monaka Shape-Stable Folding Umbrella" under its proprietary brand "monaka." This innovative product uses special heat-processing technology to eliminate the common stresses associated with folding umbrellas. Shipments begin on January 9, 2026.
Development Background
This product was created to eliminate the stresses many people experience with folding umbrellas: difficulty folding them neatly, the unpleasant feeling of wet hands from water droplets, and the weight and hassle of opening and closing them.
Point 1: Special "Heat Processing" for Instant Shape Stability
To eliminate the frustration of umbrellas that become messy and difficult to fold, the fabric itself undergoes special "heat processing." When the umbrella is closed, the fabric automatically folds along the pleats in a neat, orderly pattern, allowing for quick and tidy folding every time. Unlike shape-stable technology that involves attaching resin sheets to the back, this process treats the fabric itself, so there's no worry about added weight or the material peeling off with use.
Point 2: Superior Water Repellency with "Powerful Dry®" for Quick Drying
To eliminate the frustration of wet hands from water droplets remaining on the fabric when folding, the product features an enhanced water-repellent coating called "Powerful Dry®." Its powerful water-repellent effect causes water droplets to slide right off, minimizing the chance of getting your hands wet when folding the umbrella.
Point 3: Two Types to Choose From Based on Your Needs
Manual Open Type: Its simple construction makes it durable and lightweight (approximately 153g for the main unit). The slim design doesn't take up much space, making it easy to keep in your bag without being burdensome.
Automatic Open/Close Type: Opens and closes with the push of a button, allowing for smooth use even when one hand is occupied. To prevent frequent "reverse snap" accidents, it's equipped with a safe "reverse snap prevention feature."
Product Details
Product Name: monaka Shape-Stable Folding Umbrella
Release Date: Sequential shipment starting January 9, 2026
Colors: Beige, Khaki, Gray, Black (4 colors total)
Price:
- Manual Open Type: 4,290 yen (tax included)
- Automatic Open/Close Type: 4,950 yen (tax included)
Available At: Come Across Online Store, Rakuten Market Store, Factory Store (headquarters location)
About Come Across Co., Ltd.
Established in 1995. Unlike most Japanese umbrella manufacturers that operate on a fabless model, Come Across owns an umbrella workshop at its Higashiosaka headquarters and a factory in Xiamen, China, handling everything from planning and design to production in-house. In addition to manufacturing umbrellas for original brands and character products, the company also handles numerous OEM productions for apparel brands, outdoor brands, and more.
