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Down Neck Warmer That Eliminates the Need for a Hat

Kawada Feather's premium down creates the HOOD DOWN PARTS neck warmer, letting you experience the charm of down feathers. This accessory protects your neck from cold drafts and gently warms you. Unlike scarves, down neck warmers won't slip down, and since down is lighter than wool, it's also recommended for those concerned about shoulder stiffness. Its design extends to cover the chest and back, providing ample warmth even under thin outerwear.

Recycled down cleaner than new down

This neck warmer showcases the quality only Kawada Feather, with its long history working with feathers, can deliver. Inside is recycled down from the Green Down Project, which aims to realize a "feather circulation cycle society." Kawada Feather meticulously dismantles feathers recovered from used products, then cleans them thoroughly over time using the ultra-soft water of the Ise region, breathing new life into the down. Although recycled, the careful removal of dirt and dust makes it three times cleaner than typical new down. This allows even those concerned about allergies or odors to choose it with confidence.

The outer shell uses polyester micro taffeta, a fabric woven from ultra-fine yarns at high density. It's thin yet wind-resistant, balancing lightness and flexibility. The stand collar shape envelops the entire neck area, while front and back panels extend coverage to the chest and back. This provides ample warmth even when layered under lighter outerwear.

The generously sized hood provides ample warmth right down to your ears when worn. For outdoor use, tying the front drawstring ensures thorough protection around the face. By varying the down fill density in specific areas, it achieves both a flattering silhouette and excellent warmth—a meticulous design only possible from a down manufacturer. The zipper closure is a key feature, allowing you to wear it without messing up your hairstyle. It's convenient for quick use during tasks like taking out the trash, when you don't need a full-on outer layer. The versatile hood doubles as a neck warmer that adds a stylish touch when layered under outerwear. It also makes a great gift for outdoor enthusiasts.

Committed to Feathers

KWD (Kee-Daw-Dee) is a brand born in 2021 from Kawada Feather, a specialized feather manufacturer. Since its founding in 1891, Kawada Feather has long been involved in creating products that leverage the unique properties of feathers, such as feather pens, feather dusters, and hamaya (devil-warding arrows). In the 1970s, the company studied down expertise in America and became one of Japan's earliest producers of down jackets. Today, based at its factory in Meiwacho, Mie Prefecture, it remains a top-tier domestic down specialist, continuously dedicated to improving feather quality.

A defining characteristic of Kawada Feather is its commitment to visualizing feathers. The president himself is an engineer, approaching feathers from a scientific perspective and rigorously verifying each step of the process. Since down is an invisible material, it's possible to compromise on quality. Despite this, Kawada Feather sincerely commits to every step—cleaning, sorting, and recovery processing. This dedication is the source of the "reassurance" found in KWD products.

Furthermore, the company takes its responsibility as a down manufacturer seriously and focuses on initiatives to protect the future of down. In a world where short-term reared young birds are increasing and high-quality down is diminishing globally, the company's solution is twofold: "continuing to produce clean down" and "circulating high-quality down." They collect used down products, re-select the scarce, high-quality down, clean and restore it, and transform it back into new products. They operate this long-term circulation system, leveraging the nature of down that can last over 100 years, within their own factory.

Circulating down feathers is not merely about reusing materials; it also reduces carbon dioxide emissions generated during disposal, significantly lowering environmental impact. This manufacturer is committed to integrity in every aspect, backed by transparent technology, and continuously strives to pass on high-quality down feathers to future generations.