About Peekaboo Inc.

Peekaboo Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in the planning, manufacturing, and sales of UV protection products. We are dedicated to developing UV protection wear that combines functionality with design excellence, particularly focused on safeguarding the healthy growth of children. Through years of research and proven results, we have earned high trust from schools, childcare facilities, and medical institutions.

About the EPOCHAL Brand

“EPOCHAL” is a specialized UV protection wear brand developed by Peekaboo Inc. The brand name expresses our commitment to creating epoch-making products that are revolutionary not only in their special UV-cutting fabric materials but also in their innovative design aspects.

EPOCHAL products feature the following characteristics:

High UV Protection Rate – Meets the highest standard of UPF50+, blocking 91-99.99% of UV rays. Special materials are used to ensure UV protection effectiveness persists even after repeated washing.

Comfortable Wear – Uses materials with excellent breathability for comfortable wear even during sweaty seasons. We are also particular about selecting skin-friendly materials.

Practical Design – Pursues functional beauty in designs that children want to wear every day. Combines ease of movement with skin protection from UV rays, making them ideal for growing children and those with sensitive skin.

The Necessity of UV Protection for Children

In recent years, the amount of UV radiation reaching the Earth’s surface has increased due to ozone layer depletion and global environmental changes. UV protection is extremely important for children for the following reasons:

Lifetime UV Exposure –
According to the WHO’s Sun-protection translation (by the UV Protection Association for Children), approximately half of the UV radiation a person receives in their lifetime is absorbed before the age of 18. Excessive UV exposure during childhood can increase the risk of skin cancer and cataracts later in life. Additionally, excessive sun exposure can weaken the immune system. UV care is constantly necessary for maintaining good health.

Children’s Skin Characteristics – Children’s skin is thinner than adults’ and their barrier function is still undeveloped. Therefore, they are more susceptible to UV damage and require more careful protection.

High Amount of Outdoor Activities –
School life includes many outdoor hours such as physical education classes, recess, and extracurricular activities. Because children are exposed to UV radiation on a daily basis, continuous protection measures are essential.

World Health Organization (WHO) Recommendations –
The WHO emphasizes the importance of UV protection for children and recommends wearing hats and appropriate clothing for defense.