Outdoor Drying Remains Popular, Yet 70% Experience Weather-Related Laundry Issues

Daiya Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo), the company behind the 'FLaundry' brand, has released the results of its 'Laundry Drying Survey.' June 1st is 'Meteorological Day' in Japan, marking the start of meteorological services in 1875, serving as a reminder of the relationship between daily life and weather. Laundry, a daily chore, is heavily influenced by weather conditions. This survey highlights the anxiety people feel regarding weather and external environmental factors.

[Survey Overview] Period: April 26–27, 2026 Participants: 120 Daiya official Instagram followers

[Key Findings] - Outdoor drying is the mainstream method, with 56% of respondents choosing it primarily. - About 60% of respondents choose their drying method based on anxiety over weather, pollen, yellow sand, or PM2.5. - Despite the risks, 'outdoor drying' remains the ideal method for most people. - 45% of people do not have a habit of checking the weather forecast before doing laundry. - 72% of respondents have experienced trouble with laundry due to weather changes. - The most desired weather information is 'what time it will start raining' (66%).

Daiya offers various laundry products under the 'FLaundry' brand, designed to ensure airflow and efficient drying for both indoor and outdoor use, helping consumers manage weather-related risks effectively.