On February 9, Workman began accepting pre-orders for some of its XShelter series of heat reduction wear for spring and summer on its official app. This season’s XShelter includes new items such as T-shirts, parasols, shoes, and air-conditioned clothing (clothing with fans), which are being introduced for the first time, in addition to standard items such as highly functional hoodies, jackets, climbing pants, ponchos, and business suit set-ups that reduce heat and block UV rays, The lineup will feature a total of 80 items. In addition, while the brand will continue to sell mainly men’s items for both men and women, this season for the first time it has added ladies-only items (a total of nine items, including hooded blousons and face guards). The design has also been updated to offer a wide variety of “cooler wear” that can be used casually in everyday life and for leisure activities, while maintaining the high functionality that has made it useful for craftsmen and professionals in the midsummer season. Among the items available for pre-order are the men’s “XShelter Thermal Alpha Hoodie” (2,900 yen), “XShelter Thermal Alpha Cargo Pants” (2,900 yen), “XShelter Thermal Beta Short-Sleeved Shirt” (1,500 yen), and the women’s “XShelter Thermal Alpha Hood Blouson” (2,900 yen), The “XShelter Thermal α Hoodie” for kids (1,900 yen), and 17 other items. XShelter is the world’s first heat-insulating material originally developed by Workman, and is a fabric with the ability to comfortably maintain humidity and temperature inside clothing. There are three main types: “X Shelter Thermal Insulation Alpha and Beta,” mainly used for cold-weather wear in the fall and winter, “X Shelter Thermal Insulation Alpha and Beta,” used for heat and UV-protection wear in the spring and summer, and “X Shelter Super Permeable Moisture,” used for waterproof rainwear and other products sold year-round. In addition, this spring/summer season marks the first appearance of “XShelter Thermal Omega,” a heat-relieving material newly developed by combining Toray’s technologies. At first, the company plans to market this material for use in workwear for craftsmen and professionals with particularly urgent needs, and is considering applying it to general wear in the future. The differences between heat-relieving α, β, and Ω are as follows.
We introduce some of the items we saw at the 2026 Spring/Summer exhibition! Make reservations “before they sell out! On February 9, when the app pre-orders started, the “WORKMAN 2026 Spring/Summer New Product Announcement” was held at the Tokyo International Forum, where XShelter’s main items including new products were unveiled. Among them, we would like to introduce a classic hoodie and a noteworthy item that you should get your hands on as soon as possible this summer “before they sell out”. All of these items will be closed as soon as the pre-order limit is reached, but by registering for the “arrival notification request”, you will be the first to receive information when regular sales start.
Men’s “XShelter Thermal Alpha Hoodie” (subject to advance reservation) price: ¥2,900
Size: S, M, L, LL, 3L, 5L
Colors: Black, White, Lake Green, Yellow. Coyote, mint green, blue-gray.
*Black and white available for pre-order, scheduled to ship around the end of February, limited to store pickup. 16 effective functions for heat protection, including heat shielding, UV cut, ultra-lightweight, ultra-fast drying, ultra-thin, and vaporizing heat. The heat-absorbing α material lowers the temperature of the fabric by evaporative cooling as it dries, and the cool sensation continues as it becomes damp with perspiration and water. It absorbs perspiration quickly, is non-greasy, and feels good against the skin. In terms of design, the hood features a zipper that closes over the head to prevent UV rays and a dot-shot finish to ensure visibility. The hood can be retracted to form a stand collar, and if you dare to wet it, it can be used as an ice neck guard that cools the neck by evaporating moisture. In addition, ventilation at the back and underarms ensure breathability and prevent heat buildup. The hem has buttons to prevent flapping in the wind. The reverse-opening zipper can be opened and closed from the top and bottom, making it easy to put on and take off. A ventilation zipper pocket on the front keeps small items from falling out. The cuffs can be adjusted with buttons for a comfortable fit, and can be rolled up for easy work. In addition, thumb thumb loops prevent the sleeves from rolling up, and long cuffs protect the back of the hands from UV rays.
Women’s “XShelter Thermal Alpha Hooded Blouson” (subject to advance reservation) price: ¥2,900
Size: M, L
Color: off-white, light pink, glaze, black
*Scheduled to ship around the end of March, store pickup only. As with the men’s hoodie, 16 effective functions for heat protection are included, including heat shielding, UV cut, ultra-lightweight, ultra-fast drying, ultra-thin, and vaporizing heat. The heat-absorbing Alpha material lowers the temperature of the fabric by evaporative cooling as it dries, and the cool sensation continues as it becomes damp with perspiration and water. It absorbs perspiration quickly, is non-sticky, and feels good against the skin. In addition, ventilation at the back and sleeves ensure breathability and prevent heat buildup and steaminess. The reverse-opening zipper can be opened and closed from the top and bottom, making it easy to put on and take off. The long-awaited women’s version is now available for those who feel that the standard hoodies have been too menswear-like. The features include a feminine gathered design and trendy short length, and the silhouette can be adjusted by drawing the drawcord on the inside of the hem. In addition to protecting against UV rays and heat with just one piece, the short length is easy to match with any bottoms or dresses for fashionable protection. It is thin and lightweight, so it can also be used as a cloak when the air conditioning is too strong. Even more functional is the hood, which is deep enough to provide a good sunshade. It is also designed to allow the wearer to pull their hair out when tied, making it suitable for ponytails and other up-do styles. The front zipper pocket keeps small items from falling out, and the right side pocket is packable with a reversible zipper, allowing it to be compactly stored and carried when not in use. In addition, a chin guard is provided for a comfortable and gentle feel against the skin around the chin area. The cuffs are elasticized for easy rolling up of the sleeves and smooth operation during housework and work.
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