Cool Innovation: The Story of Air-Conditioned Clothing

Climate change is confronting us with more blazing-hot summer days each year. Commonly seen on the streets of Japan during these hot months are puffed-out jackets equipped with fans to cool the wearer. Since it hit the market in 2004, this “air-conditioned clothing” has become vital to people working outdoors; now the tech is making its way into sportswear and fashion gear as well.

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