Following the declaration of a state of emergency in Aichi Prefecture, as of yesterday, Circles has transitioned to a by-appointment-only system and reduced our operating hours. As a staff, each one of us is committed to taking precautions against infection and living a mindful daily life.
Let’s once again firmly commit to the infection prevention measures we can take ourselves: wearing masks, sanitizing, checking our temperatures, and avoiding the "Three Cs" (closed spaces, crowded places, and close-contact settings).
Honestly, I never imagined at first that wearing a mask would become such an integrated part of our lives, but it has now become an essential item for our daily existence. If by any chance I forget one when going out, buying a new one has become a completely normal thing to do.
By the way, even if it doesn't go as far as needing to buy one, I think everyone has various daily essentials that would make them anxious if forgotten, just like a mask.
Surely, many people would think of their smartphones, computers, or wallets. While those are certainly true, one of the items that makes me feel uneasy when I don't have it is a bandana.
Bandanas are daily essentials
You might wonder why, but I spend every day with a bandana in my pocket. When I forget it, I shout "Oh no!" in my heart. (And maybe even out loud.) And I regret that fact for the rest of the day.
Why is a bandana so important? The first reason is for drying my hands after washing them. With a single bandana, you don't need paper towels or the hand dryers that have become unusable due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After washing your hands, you can dry them anywhere.
Washing your hands is a daily habit, much like brushing your teeth, but under these circumstances, it is an even more important action that we must be mindful of. That is why I believe carrying the necessary supplies to go along with it is crucial.
Of course, there are many other uses for a bandana beyond just drying your hands.
How to use a bandana
Use it to wipe away tears after watching an emotional movie, to dab away sweat while eating spicy curry, to wrap up a bento box, or even to lay on the table to catch crumbs while eating a delicious muffin. They also make excellent little tokens of appreciation or gifts, just like water bottles or socks.
If you want to add a bit of style or feel a chill around your neck, tying it like a scarf is also nice. When I list these examples, I am reminded once again that a bandana is truly indispensable to me.
We have just received new bandanas from SIMWORKS. The two print patterns were both illustrated by Mary Rose Lytle, who has newly joined the SIMWORKS USA family.
【SIM WORKS】
Endless Passages Bandana
PRICE: 2,000 JPY (excl. tax)
Endless Passages depicts the classic imagery of the American Pacific Northwest. It represents the beautiful natural scenery symbolic of the Northwest, rich flora and fauna, and dynamic weather including water—a vital element that cannot be separated from life—illustrating what it’s like to live and ride bikes in such a diverse environment. All of these environments and the changing seasons, combined with the time spent riding bikes outdoors, grant us an infinite scope of experience.
Essential Vibrations bandana
PRICE: 2,000 JPY (excl. tax)
Essential Vibrations expresses the entirety of the SIMWORKS concept, "Between You and Me." Within the unique, seemingly chaotic yet carefully laid-out pattern, you might recognize the basic shapes, letters, and parts that form the foundation of SIMWORKS. I believe that these shapes and objects will continue to be things we celebrate, racing across the ground throughout the ages, both during our lifetime and beyond.
Both are unique and appealing, so I bought both without hesitation.
I highly recommend them to those who already carry a bandana as an essential, and for those who haven't before, I hope you use this as an opportunity to start carrying one.
It is sure to become an item that you cannot live without in your daily life.
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As of January 18th, our operations have switched to a fully by-appointment-only system. We will primarily admit only customers who have booked an appointment, and we require all guests to sanitize their hands at the entrance and wear a mask.
Please note that when visiting us (including for repair requests), sanitizing hands, taking your temperature at the entrance, and wearing a mask remain mandatory for entry.
*Essential repairs for daily-use bicycles (mamachari, etc.) continue to be accepted at the pit as usual. While we aim to complete repairs on the same day whenever possible, please understand that we are increasingly having to keep bikes overnight due to the surge in people using bicycles for commuting to work and school. (We accept repair requests starting at 7:00 AM daily, so please take advantage of that time.)
Regarding Business Hours
From Monday, our hours will be 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. (7:00 AM to 10:00 AM is for repairs only.)
Previously we were open until 8:00 PM, but we are moving our closing time up by one hour to 7:00 PM starting Monday. Please take note of this when booking your appointment.
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We offer ZOOM customer support for those who have difficulty visiting the shop in person, so please feel free to use this service.
Please also make use of our WEB SHOP.
If you already know what you would like to purchase, please use our web shop. Since last year, many customers have been using the web shop, and the shift has been remarkable. We will continue to do our best to provide the best service, with our EC team working together to prevent stock discrepancies and shipping errors as much as possible to meet your needs.
Also, if you are in Nagoya city, same-day delivery by Daisy Messenger on bicycle is available, so please take advantage of it if you live in Nagoya.
Our web shop is open year-round (excluding New Year's holidays), so please use it for purchases only. We are happy to answer any questions regarding products via email.
※ Please note that we are receiving a high volume of inquiries and are responding in the order they were received, so it may take 2-3 days for a reply.
※ With the increase in email inquiries, we are seeing issues such as incorrect email addresses and messages not reaching carrier (mobile) email accounts. If you do not receive a reply, we recommend double-checking your email and contacting us from an email address other than a carrier (mobile) account.