New Trip Updated: 2026.04.08

Perfect for Golden Week travel! How to choose a lightweight, foldable parasol and recommended New Trip models

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Golden Week is the best season for travel, but the UV index in May is actually almost the same as in mid-summer.

Especially during travel, with long waits at tourist spots and frequent outdoor movement, you'll find yourself more exhausted than you expect.

 

A folding parasol is therefore essential, but for travel, "just being light" isn't enough.

The balance between lightness, sun protection, and ease of use is crucial.

 

This article explains "how to choose the right parasol" based on real-life scenarios, to make your travels more comfortable.

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1. How to choose a folding parasol for a successful Golden Week trip

　・Lightweight

　・Compactness

　・Light blocking/UV cut performance

　・Ease of opening and closing

　・Durability and materials

2. Common Pitfalls

3. Recommended for Golden Week Trips｜New Trip's Folding Parasol

　・New Trip 7102 | For those who prioritize lightness and light blocking

　・New Trip 7103 | Lightweight x Easy to use x Stylish design

4. Summary: Choose your Golden Week trip based on "lightweight x blackout x compact"

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一、GW旅行で失敗しない折りたたみ日傘の選び方

Unlike umbrellas for everyday use, parasols for travel require both portability and practicality.
Here, we explain specific criteria for choosing a parasol that won't let you down.

■ 1.軽さ

When choosing a parasol, the most important factor is actually "lightness."

While traveling,

your luggage can increase more than you'd expect, with your smartphone, power bank, water bottle, souvenirs, and more.

If you carry a heavy parasol in this situation,

you'll likely follow this pattern: initially use it → gradually stop using it → leave it in your bag.

 

Guidelines

・Over 250g → Clearly feels heavy

・Around 200g → Acceptable limit

・Around 180g → So light you forget you're carrying it

👉 In other words, lightness directly impacts how often you use it.

■ 2.コンパクト性

Since a parasol spends a lot of "unused time" during travel, its storage size is extremely important.

Points to check:

・Does it fit comfortably in a small bag?

・Does it fit in the gaps of a suitcase?

・Is it easy to take out and put away?

 

👉 A particularly common scenario is when "it's foldable, but surprisingly bulky."

If the size is awkward,

・It gets in the way in your bag.

・It becomes troublesome to take out and put away.

・As a result, you stop carrying it.

This leads to a vicious cycle.

■ 3.遮光・UVカット性能

The essence of a parasol is to block sunlight and UV rays.

If it's weak in this regard, no matter how light it is, it's meaningless.

Important criteria:

  • 100% light blocking (complete blackout)
  • UPF50+ (highest level of UV protection)

Even more important is the black coating on the underside.

Whether it has this or not,

👉 the perceived temperature, glare, and sunburn prevention effectiveness will vary greatly.

■ 4.開閉のしやすさ

During your travels, your hands may not always be free.

・Carrying luggage in one hand

・Operating your smartphone

・Getting on and off vehicles

In these situations, if you find "manual opening and closing a hassle," your usage frequency will decrease.

👉 That's why one-touch automatic opening and closing is recommended.

It makes a difference, especially in the following situations:

・Getting on and off buses and trains

・Sudden sun exposure at tourist spots

・Transitioning from sun to rain

■ 5.耐久性と素材

Golden Week is a transitional period,

when gusts of wind, sudden rain, and temperature fluctuations are common.

Therefore, the following features are important:

・Fiberglass ribs → Flexible and difficult to break

・Aluminum material → Lightweight and easy to carry

・Water-repellent fabric → Can be used for both sun and rain

👉 Instead of "sun only," using it for both sun and rain is best

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二、ありがちな失敗パターン

When choosing a parasol, if you only consider its "stated weight" or "price," it often leads to inconvenience at your travel destination, and ultimately, you stop using it. The three most common mistakes are:

 

  • "Lightness" is prioritized, but strength is insufficient.
    Travel destinations, such as observation decks and coastal areas, are often windy. If the frame is too weak, a single gust of wind can turn it inside out or break it, rendering it useless on the spot and becoming a "disposable" item.
  • "Manual type" becomes a hassle to open and close.
    When traveling, there are frequent occasions to get on and off transportation or take photos, requiring frequent opening and closing of the parasol. Manual folding types are cumbersome, and ultimately, people find it "too much trouble to get it out," leaving it unused in their bag and getting sunburned.
  • "Light-blocking ability" is low, making it hot even when open.
    Even with a high UV cut rate, if the light-blocking ability (the power to block light) is low, heat will pass through. The scorching heat depletes your energy and saps your desire to enjoy sightseeing in the afternoon, so the presence or absence of "heat-shielding performance" directly affects your fatigue level.
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三、GW旅行におすすめ｜New Tripの折りたたみ日傘

Among the models that meet these criteria, the New Trip parasol series is particularly well-suited for travel.

■ New Trip 7102｜軽さ×遮光を重視する人向け

  • Ultra-light design at approx. 179g
  • 400T high-density pongee fabric
  • Complete light blocking (UPF50+)
  • One-touch automatic open/close
  • Compact design

What's particularly noteworthy is "its lightness despite being an automatic open/close umbrella."

Generally, automatic open/close models tend to be heavy, but
this model combines portability and functionality.

👉 Ideal for travel where strong sun protection is a priority.

New Trip 7102 折りたたみ日傘

GW旅行・日常使いにおすすめ

New Trip 7102 折りたたみ日傘

超軽量179g｜完全遮光・UPF50+

ワンタッチ自動開閉 コンパクト収納 高密度400T生地 PUマット塗装ハンドル

¥4,580

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■ New Trip 7103｜軽さ×使いやすさ×デザイン

  • Lightweight design at approximately 185g
  • Suitable for both sunny and rainy weather (water-repellent)
  • Compact and slim
  • Automatic open/close function
  • Cat paw print handle design

This is a well-balanced model suitable for both daily use and travel.

It is recommended for those who prioritize not only lightness but also:

  • Ease of storage
  • Ease of carrying
  • Design
New Trip 7103 折りたたみ日傘

GW旅行・日常使いにおすすめ

New Trip 7103 折りたたみ日傘

超軽量185g｜完全遮光・UPF50+

ワンタッチ自動開閉 コンパクト収納 高密度280T生地 猫の肉球ハンドル

¥3,980

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四、まとめ

To fully enjoy your Golden Week trip, it's essential to choose a parasol that strikes a good balance between lightness, sun protection, and portability, rather than just any parasol.

Especially when traveling, usability varies greatly depending on the amount of luggage and the frequency of movement, so the perspective of "is it easy to carry around and does it effectively block the sun?" becomes important.

 

New Trip offers a lineup of folding parasols that combine lightness and functionality, designed for stress-free use during travel.

This Golden Week, choose the perfect parasol for you and enjoy a more comfortable and pleasant journey.

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