CYBERJAPAN DANCERS” ENA tries and reports! Cheap and convenient “cooling” items!
Fighting off the killer heat wave! The heat wave continues with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius day after day. With these items, you can rest easy during such an uncomfortable summer! Introducing excellent goods that will immediately cool your body comfortably!
ENA is thrilled with the coolness!
Blow away the uncomfortable heat and humidity!
Comfortable cool items” selected by experts
⑬COOLOOP Neck Ring Plus L Size KOJIT 4378 yen
The back part of the neck is 1.5 times thicker than the previous product. The increased amount of cooling material provides a cooling sensation that lasts for about 1 hour. Maintains a temperature of 28°C for about 3 hours even outdoors in extremely hot weather. Even if the air is cooled, water droplets do not form, so there is no need to worry about getting skin or clothes wet (Mr. Kishi).
⑭Mini Clip Fan BRUNO ¥2,750
A small fan with a clip that can be clipped onto a computer display or the shoulder strap of a backpack, etc. At 113g, it is lightweight and can be attached to the handle of an umbrella without bothering the user. It can be used standing on a tabletop, and the main body can be rotated 180 degrees up and down and 360 degrees left and right, allowing for a high degree of freedom in adjusting the airflow direction (Mr. Tsuji).
(15) Direct Cool Yamazen: 13,800 yen
Water-cooled vest. By inserting a frozen special bottle or plastic bottle into the backpack portion, cold circulating water runs through tubes inside the vest. Unlike air-cooled fan-equipped vests, it does not inflate and is quiet, so you do not have to worry about being seen (Kuramoto).
⑯sokomo Washable Bottle 800ml, Doushisha, 2,728 yen
A bottle with high cold-retaining properties. The bottom part can be removed for easy washing and drying. The bottom can be removed for easy washing and drying, and it is very hygienic because it can be washed to the corners with a normal sponge. It also has excellent air permeability, and can be dried by simply standing it on a draining basket. The handle makes it easy to carry (Mr. Kishi).
⑰Face & Body Sheet Verbena Cool SEABREEZE: ¥495
We recommend large-size sweat wipes that wipe away sweat and deodorize. The sheet, measuring 255 mm x 198 mm, is fresh and can be used to wipe the face and body to the fullest. The strong, cool feeling lasts for a long time, and they are highly effective in removing dirt. The subtle fragrance also controls unpleasant odors (Tsuji).
⑱CIRCULIGHT EZ series swing model 6-mat type DCC-SW06EC Doushisha 27,280 yen
Ceiling-mounted circulator lighting. Easy installation with no screw fastening required. The swing function allows the number of revolutions to be changed, circulating air according to the size of the room and improving cooling efficiency. Unlike floor-mounted models, it takes up little space (Kuramoto).
(19⑲Rodomis UV Stick: Rodomis, 1,650 yen
The Lodomis UV Stick is a stick-type sunscreen. The UV protection rate is extremely high at 98.5%, and the product also has a full lineup of care ingredients such as moisturizers and skin care agents to prevent skin irritation. The lightweight application and silky feel of the product are especially good, and some users are surprised at how smooth it feels (Tsuji).
⑳SwitchBot smart circulator SwitchBot JPY19,980
IoT-compatible circulator. It can be voice-controlled by Alexa, and can also be linked to the company’s sensors (sold separately) to automatically send appropriate airflow according to the humidity in the room. It is designed to save energy, and according to the company’s assumption, the electricity bill is only about 531 yen for 8 hours of operation per day for 90 days (Mr. Kuramoto).
21. 8×4MEN Concentrated Roll-On Fragrance-free NIVEA Kao 752 yen
Antiperspirants that control perspiration are also effective in preventing odor. The large roll on tip makes it easy to apply evenly even to difficult-to-apply areas such as the armpits. Although unscented, it suppresses various kinds of odors and has high antiperspirant power. The easy-to-hold shape makes it very easy to use (Mr. Tsuji).
㉒Super Bomb Cool Spray NEO Hakugen Earth: 1100 yen
A powerful spray that blows cold air of about minus 40°C to cool the body in an instant. With two types of nozzles, a jet and a wide nozzle, it can be sprayed to a pinpoint or a wide area. The mint scent is very pleasant. It also deodorizes the smell of sweat (Mr. Kishi).
㉓Goods waste reduction dryer: Paris Paris Queue Light PCL-35, Shima Sangyo, 30,360 yen
By drying the moisture contained in food scraps, it prevents the growth of bacteria and reduces the amount of garbage to about one-fifth. It is also effective in preventing bad odors and flies. The table-top size makes it easy to place and quiet in operation. It is inexpensive for a food waste processor, but it is fully functional (Kuramoto).
㉔Alfax: Ice pack that can be rolled up: Alphax, 2,750 yen
An ice pack that can be wrapped around the neck. The chuck-patterned design is also fashionable. Both hands can be used freely as ice and cold water are put in the inner bag and rolled up. Large-diameter type that can easily hold large ice cubes. The double-layered outer cover absorbs condensation, so there is no need to worry about getting clothes or skin wet.
Product images are taken from the official website and other sources. Actual prices include tax. Some products may be out of stock or not available.
From the July 26/August 2, 2024 issue of “FRIDAY
PHOTO： Takero Yui
