When I’m in a good mood, I sometimes get the urge to sing. On my way home from the shop, I occasionally find myself humming along on quiet streets, but when my spirits run high and I misjudge how loud I’m being, my singing voice ends up reaching passersby, sometimes earning me some bewildered looks. On rainy days, I might convince myself that the sound of raindrops hitting everything around me—especially the sound of them pelting my rainwear—is drowning out my voice, which leads me to turn up the volume even more. The temperatures are getting warmer, so commuting in the rain is actually becoming quite fun, and I have a feeling this is going to happen more often.
Of course, rainwear is an essential item for such rainy-day commutes. Circles carries a variety of rainwear, but today I’d like to introduce the Yamatomichi U.L. Rain Hoody PU Sosui.
【Yamatomichi】U.L. Rain Hoody PU Sosui
Price: ¥17,000 (excl. tax)
Weight: 99g (Size M)
Color: Blue, Red, Navy, Deep Forest
Breathability and moisture permeability for hiking and running
Created from a desire to make simple, lightweight gear that expands the possibilities of waterproof shells, this item prioritizes low weight above all else, with hiking and fastpacking in mind. Furthermore, it was designed for hiking and running in relatively mild climates, prioritizing breathability and moisture-wicking speed over insulation to ensure comfortable movement—a performance feature we cyclists find incredibly welcome.
Pertex Shield Pro for total functionality
The PU Sosui uses Pertex Shield Pro, which combines excellent waterproofing, breathability, and lightness. Despite being a 3-layer fabric, it can be folded down compactly, making it easy to carry.
Many people are surprised by its lightness when they first hold it, but that lightness is not just due to the fabric used; it’s a result of the pattern and details.
A simple structure resulting from a focus on usage
This exceptionally simple rain hoody has been stripped of unnecessary parts like zippers. The only parts used on this hoody are drawcords on the hood and hem to prevent rain and wind from blowing in.
Because of this, the rain hoody is a pullover style. And it is that pullover style, along with its characteristic pattern, that makes this hoody so strong.
Utilizing state-of-the-art ultrasonic welding technology
Furthermore, by minimizing the number of seams as much as possible, the functionality of the Pertex Shield Pro is maximized, and areas where rain could enter are kept to a minimum. By using the latest ultrasonic welding technology on the fabric joints, the construction ensures both minimal points of failure and high durability.
A roomy silhouette for ventilation during activity
While a pullover shape lacks the front zipper or underarm ventilation found on typical waterproof shells, the excellent breathability of the fabric, combined with a slightly relaxed silhouette, more than compensates for ventilation during use. That silhouette also makes it very easy to put on and take off.
We have also received the matching U.L. Rain Pants PU Sosui.
【Yamatomichi】U.L. Rain Pants PU Sosui
Price: ¥26,600 (excl. tax)
Weight: 109g (Size S)
Color: Blue, Red, Navy, Deep Forest
Same materials and construction techniques as the rain hoody
Just like the rain hoody, these rain pants are also a very simple design using Pertex Shield Pro. They are constructed using ultrasonic welding technology, and the only other part featured is the drawcord at the waist.
The silhouette follows that of the 5 Pocket Pants, making it sleek and ensuring it is less likely to touch the chain when cycling.
Useful for more than just rain: great for wind protection, too
While both the rain hoody and rain pants are of course excellent for rainy days, their lightness and superior breathability make them perfect as a light windbreaker during the rainy season as well.
Yamatomichi’s Natsume-san poured his own experience and ideas into these, perfecting the U.L. Rain Hoody and U.L. Rain Pants as ideal mountain adventure companions. Despite their simple shape, they express a level of refined functionality and originality.
We have also received other Yamatomichi products, including their classic 5 Pocket Pants and bags such as the Mini and Three, so please be sure to check those out in our webshop as well.
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