Our 100% merino wool cap fits snugly on your head.
The brim is short enough to keep the cap secure even in high winds and with its relatively deep crown, simple size-adjusted, and timeless design, this is a cap designed with the utmost in comfort and ease of use in mind. Neither too thick nor too thin, and with a premium feel, this cap can be worn throughout the year for hiking in all seasons.

*This merino wool has a water-repellent finish that wicks away moisture (as opposed to a hydrophilic finish that wicks away sweat).

Made in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Material:
100% Merino Wool 170-180g/m²
Weight:
39g (Size M)
41g (Size L)
Size:
UNISEX | M / L

Our Merino Cap is comfortable even during Japan’s sweltering summer months and both when walking or sleeping. It keeps you shielded from the sun’s harsh rays and stays put even in strong winds up high on the ridge.

Your cap was blown off your head when hiking? Well, you may wish the brim had been smaller, but if it’s too small, it won’t block out the sun.

Our Merino Cap’s brim is long enough to effectively block the rays of the sun, but not so long that it is easily blown away.

The fastener can be adjusted one-handed so can easily be tightened when necessary. Compared with a cord stopper fastening system, the adjuster doesn’t get in the way even when going to bed.

Since 2019 we make the cap from seven parts. It fits the shape of your head more naturally and elegantly than our previous version made from only six parts.

Wool clothes are chosen by many hikers for the material’s excellent odor neutralizing performance. Some say it’s almost odor-free even after a week of heavy hiking, but we’ll let you (and your friends) be the judge of that…

Merino wool is great to help you keep warm and cool as it naturally controls the moisture level within the clothes, always keeping you comfortable throughout the year. This is the reason why the merino wool is known as “a natural air conditioner”.

First, when wool absorbs moisture, the thermal phenomenon called “absorption heat” is generated. Secondly, its excellent insulation properties (low thermal conductivity) prevents the body heat from being lowered by evaporation. Also, the crimped fibers are bouncy and retain loft without crushing even when wet.
In addition, wool can absorb more moisture in between the fibers, always keeping the skin dry and comfortable.

Consequently, 100% Merino wool keeps you warm during the action, even in severe weather that makes you wet to the skin.

We love all the functionality of merino wool but also wanted to make a strong and durable product. By using a combination of two strands of wool twisted together, known as “ply-yarning”, we managed to develop a 100% merino fabric that is as strong and durable as the more common synthetic/wool blended fabrics.

We developed this unique fabric with specialized textile professionals in Bishu (in Aichi and adjacent Gifu prefectures), the largest production area of wool garments in Japan. All our merino wool products are made from Australian merino wool that is spun, yarned, dyed, and knitted in Japan.

Wool is a natural material with various unique features such as temperature/moisture control, thermal insulation, and is naturally odor-resistant. All developed by sheep to survive the harsh environment over time.

Merino wool comes from merino sheep and compared to other kinds of wool, merino’s fiber is finer, softer and less scratchy, and hence even suitable for making underwear and baselayers.

All wool, including merino wool, is cool in summer and warm in winter. It is warm even when it’s wet, and practically odor-free even after many hours of wear.

While many other manufacturers add synthetic fibers to strengthen their Merino fabrics, we wanted to stick with 100% Merino to maximize the natural benefits of pure merino wool. Our merino will keep you dry even when it’s hot and humid and comfortable no matter the climate.

Wool is a natural material with various unique features such as temperature/moisture control, thermal insulation, and anti-odor performance; all of them developed by sheep to survive the harsh environment over time.

Merino wool comes from merino sheep and compared to other kinds of wool, merino’s fiber is finer, softer, and less scratchy, and hence even suitable for making underwear.

All wools, including merino wool, are cool in summer and warm in winter. It is warm even when it’s wet, and practically odor-free even after many hours of wear.

The wool’s fiber is composed of the amino acid-based protein, just like human hair and skin. The surface is called the “scale”, which is similar to a fish scale, and the inner part is the “cortex”.
The cortex is composed of ortho-cortex and para-cortex, each with different moisture absorption performance. Because each of them differs in property, the combination of ortho and para cortexes makes the fiber “crimped”.
This crimped structure produces the wool’s unique features such as moisture/temperature control property and thermal insulation performance, avoiding the coldness caused by the sweat.

As explained above, wool or merino wool has various features and functions, but it is not flawless.

The above information was compiled and edited based on the interview with the textile company and the research institute, and the reference book below:

Bibliography:
Structure and Physical Properties of Wool, Japan Wool Industry Association, Seni Co., Ltd.

Merino wool has excellent deodorizing properties, but it does have some disadvantages, such as being prone to moth holes and shrinkage. Therefore, It should be washed and stored properly, though frequent wash is not necessary.

For more instructions on washing, drying, and storage at home, please read below.