Published in Asahi Shimbun
On July 18th, the Asahi Shimbun (national edition) was featured in the fashion section and amazing techniques section. The frog-covered (double-layered) umbrella "1866" was introduced!
Asahi Shimbun Digital http://www.asahi.com/and_w/fashion/TKY201307230249.html l*Makita Shoten umbrellas can be viewed at the permanent booth of the monova showroom in Shinjuku.