“Hajiki”: The Small Mechanism That Supports a Wagasa Umbrella

First, please listen carefully to this sound.
The part we're introducing today is called a "hajiki," which is the component that secures the umbrella at the top and bottom.
It's a stopper that holds the umbrella open.
The precision of this hajiki is essential for a Japanese umbrella to open and close smoothly and maintain its shape properly.
The pleasant "click" sound you hear each time you open it—that sound comes from this tiny part.

A single Japanese umbrella embodies such meticulous handiwork in every detail.
Please take a look at this inconspicuous but important "technique" that supports tradition.