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Japanese pet owners turn to fan-powered cooling jackets to beat summer heat

This summer, temperatures in many cities across Japan have soared above 40 degrees Celsius (104°F).

Published: 1:00pm, 25 Aug 2026Updated: 1:01pm, 25 Aug 2026

A Japanese maternity-wear manufacturer has created a cooling suit to protect pets during Japan’s extreme summer heat. Inspired by construction workers’ gear, the suit uses battery-powered fans and ice packs to circulate cool air over the animal’s body.

Japanese pet owners turn to fan-powered cooling jackets to beat summer heat

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}This summer, temperatures in many cities across Japan have soared above 40 degrees Celsius (104°F).

This summer, temperatures in many cities across Japan have soared above 40 degrees Celsius (104°F).