Breathable and waterproof fabric and rainwear using same

Abstract

To provide a moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric which prevents the unpleasant phenomenon of water vapor due to sweat from the body sticking to bare skin and is comfortable to wear. [Solution] The breathable waterproof fabric (M1) is laminated and integrated into a total of three layers, with a breathable waterproof membrane (13) interposed between a base fabric (surface fabric) (11) and a lining (12). A single piece of mesh fabric (14) is attached to the lining (12) in a floating state without being in full contact with the lining, thereby preventing the lining (12) from sticking to bare skin (S) due to swelling of the breathable waterproof membrane (13) when it absorbs water vapor (sweat).

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a breathable, waterproof fabric that has both breathability and waterproofness, and to a comfortable rainwear made of the fabric. [Background technology]

[0002] Moisture-permeable waterproof fabrics in which a base fabric (outer fabric) and a lining fabric are laminated together by lamination or coating to form a total of three layers, with a moisture-permeable waterproof membrane interposed between them, are described, for example, in Patent Documents 1 and 2, and a two-layer moisture-permeable waterproof fabric in which a moisture-permeable waterproof membrane is laminated to the back side of a base fabric is described, for example, in Patent Document 3. Both of these fabrics are widely used in sportswear, rainwear, mountain climbing wear, outdoor work wear, and the like.

[0003] There are two types of moisture-permeable waterproof membranes: porous membranes and non-porous membranes. Porous membranes exhibit moisture vapor permeability (moisture permeability) through continuous pores with pore sizes larger than the molecules of water vapor (sweat), and the membrane is made hydrophobic to ensure waterproofness (water pressure resistance). On the other hand, non-porous membranes Because it is non-porous, it is highly waterproof, and because it contains hygroscopic substances it is hydrophilic, allowing water vapor (sweat) to be absorbed into the membrane as liquid water. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] JP 2016-44261 A [Patent Document 2] JP 2005-74855 A [Patent Document 3] JP 2024-73381 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, when a large amount of water vapor (sweat) is generated in the porous moisture-permeable waterproof film, exceeding the moisture permeability of the film, the excess water vapor sweated from the inside of the garment (body) adheres to the inner surface of the moisture-permeable waterproof film, causing condensation and stickiness, which impairs the comfort of wearing the garment. This is also due to the inability of the film to absorb water due to its hydrophobicity.

[0006] On the other hand, when a large amount of water vapor (sweat) is generated in a non-porous moisture-permeable waterproof membrane, which is hydrophilic and can absorb the water vapor as liquid water, the membrane itself is made of a very thin resin film and has a natural limit to the amount of water it can absorb. If the limit is exceeded and the membrane swells, the water vapor (sweat) released from the membrane will penetrate and diffuse into the lining of the garment, forming a water film that will stick to the bare skin of the wearer (body). Even if it does not stick (sticky), it will inevitably cause a cold and damp sensation on the bare skin, significantly worsening the comfort of wearing it. This situation also occurs when the garment has been treated with water absorption (sweat absorption) to achieve high moisture permeability. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The present invention aims to solve such problems, and in order to achieve this aim, claim 1 describes a moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric that is laminated and integrated into three layers, with a moisture-permeable and waterproof membrane interposed between a base fabric and a lining fabric,

[0008] By backing the above lining with mesh fabric in an overall border state, a scattered distribution state in multiple places, or other states that do not adhere completely,

[0009] This is characterized by preventing the phenomenon in which the lining of the moisture-permeable waterproof film sticks to bare skin due to swelling when the film absorbs water.

[0010] Claim 2 is characterized in that a tricot knit fabric, which provides protection from abrasion in the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane and is highly breathable, is used as the lining of the base fabric.

[0011] In claim 3, a two-layer moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric is provided, which comprises a base fabric and a moisture-permeable and waterproof membrane backed and integrated therewith,

[0012] By backing the above-mentioned breathable waterproof membrane with mesh fabric in an overall border state, a scattered distribution state in multiple places, or other states that do not adhere completely to the whole surface,

[0013] This is characterized by preventing the phenomenon in which the moisture-permeable waterproof film itself sticks to bare skin due to swelling of the film when it absorbs water.

[0014] Claim 4 provides long-sleeved rainwear made of the three-layered moisture-permeable waterproof fabric described in claim 1 or the two-layered moisture-permeable waterproof fabric described in claim 3,

[0015] A separate mesh fabric is attached to the back of the part of the long sleeve that surrounds the wearer's arm,

[0016] The cuffs are directly sewn to the edge, while the shoulders are sewn to the mesh fabric with a reinforcing band attached with seam tape.

[0017] The mesh fabric of the moisture-permeable and waterproof cloth is set to contact the bare skin of the wearer's arm.

[0018] In claim 5, the reinforcing band sewn to the mesh fabric in a border state is made of the same fabric as the moisture-permeable, waterproof fabric, forming a double structure with the fabric.

[0019] Furthermore, claim 6 provides long-sleeved rainwear made of the three-layered moisture-permeable waterproof fabric described in claim 1 or the two-layered moisture-permeable waterproof fabric described in claim 3,

[0020] A separate mesh fabric corresponding to the wearer's arm and a shoulder reinforcing film sewn to the edge of the mesh fabric on the shoulder tip side are attached to the back of the long sleeve.

[0021] The mesh fabric is sewn to the cuffs in a bordered state, while the shoulder reinforcing film is sewn to the armholes of the body on the shoulder side, and seam tape is applied to the seams.

[0022] The mesh fabric of the moisture-permeable and waterproof cloth is set to contact the bare skin of the wearer's arm.

[0023] In claim 7, the shoulder reinforcing membrane sewn to the shoulder end side of the mesh fabric in a edging state is made of the same or a different fabric as the breathable waterproof fabric, forming a double structure with that fabric. Effect of the Invention

[0024] According to the configuration of claim 1, when the breathable waterproof fabric absorbs water vapor generated by sweat from the body of a wearer, the excess water vapor swells and causes the breathable waterproof membrane itself to retain water. Even if the water vapor penetrates and diffuses from the breathable waterproof membrane into the lining of the base fabric, the mesh fabric is interposed between the lining and the body (bare skin) in a floating state and does not come into full contact with the lining. Moreover, the mesh fabric has mesh (gaps) and very little contact with the skin. It is highly breathable, quick-drying, and flexible, so that it is possible to prevent the unpleasant phenomenon of the water film caused by the water vapor (sweat) that has penetrated and diffused into the lining sticking (sticky) to the body (bare skin), and the fabric provides a comfortable wearing experience.

[0025] In that case, particularly if the configuration of claim 2 is adopted, the lining of the base fabric in the fabric does not inhibit the breathability of the breathable waterproof membrane, but protects the membrane from surface abrasion, and since it is made of highly breathable tricot knit, the layered breathability with the mesh fabric allows the abundant air to pass through the numerous gaps and naturally evaporate body sweat (water vapor) and heat, making the fabric even more comfortable to wear.

[0026] According to the configuration of claim 3, in addition to obtaining the above-mentioned effect of claim 1, This also has the effect of making the breathable, waterproof fabric lighter and reducing its bulk when folded.

[0027] On the other hand, according to the configuration of claim 4, a mesh fabric which is a separate and independent component from the long sleeve is directly sewn to the back of the portion (length portion corresponding to the arm) of the long sleeve of the rainwear made of the moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric described in claim 1 or claim 3 in a hemmed state at the cuff side, while at the shoulder end side, the mesh fabric is attached from the back side with seam tape via a reinforcing band which has been sewn to the mesh fabric itself in a hemmed state, and the mesh fabric between the cuff end side and the shoulder end side is not sewn to the long sleeve of the rainwear. Since the rainwear is not completely in contact with the back of the long sleeves, but is floating and creates an air layer, so to speak, when, for example, a long-sleeved rainwear is worn over a short-sleeved underwear to work outdoors, the lining of the rainwear made of the three-layer breathable waterproof fabric described in claim 1, or the breathable waterproof membrane (resin film) of the rainwear made of the two-layer breathable waterproof fabric described in claim 3, does not stick (become sticky) to the arm (bare skin) exposed from the short-sleeved underwear due to sweat (water vapor) generated from the wearer's body, and this has the effect of providing a comfortable fit for long periods of time.

[0028] Furthermore, the reinforcing band sewn onto the shoulder side of the mesh fabric is merely attached with seam tape from the back to the part of the long sleeve of the rainwear that surrounds the wearer's arm (the length corresponding to the arm), so that no seams are exposed on the surface of the long sleeve, resulting in an excellent appearance (design) and waterproof effect.

[0029] In this case, if the configuration of claim 5 is adopted, the shoulder end side of the mesh fabric can be maintained in a stable edging state with good breathability, waterproofness and bonding strength by a double-layered reinforcing band made of breathable waterproof fabric, which helps to improve durability.

[0030] Furthermore, according to the configuration of claim 6, the mesh fabric, which is a separate and independent component located corresponding to the wearer's arms, is sewn to the back side of the long sleeves of the rainwear made of breathable and waterproof fabric, and therefore it is possible to obtain the above-mentioned effects almost equivalent to those of claim 4. In addition, a shoulder reinforcing membrane, which is also a separate component, is sewn to the shoulder end side of the mesh fabric in a bordered state, and the shoulder reinforcing membrane is sewn to the armholes of the rainwear body and has seam tape affixed to the seams, so that it is possible to improve the durability and water resistance of the shoulders that repeatedly carry loads, for example, when working outdoors while wearing long-sleeved rainwear.

[0031] In this case, if the configuration of claim 7 is adopted, not only can the above-mentioned effect almost equivalent to that of claim 5 be obtained, but the shoulder reinforcing membrane can be made into a double structure consisting of a breathable waterproof fabric and a fiber fabric of a different material, which has the effect of improving the pressure resistance and abrasion resistance of the shoulders of the rainwear. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0032] [Figure 1] 1 is a cross-sectional view showing a moisture-permeable waterproof fabric according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Diagram 2] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric according to the second embodiment. [Diagram 3] FIG. 1 is a schematic front view of rainwear according to a first embodiment of the present invention, and is a composite view of the right half showing the front (outer surface) and the left half showing the back (inner surface). [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a front view of a component including a separate mesh fabric that is backed onto the long sleeves of rainwear made of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric of FIG. 3. [Diagram 5] FIG. 5 is a partially cutaway enlarged schematic cross-sectional view of the separate component parts of FIG. 4 attached to a long sleeve of rainwear. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a schematic front view of rainwear according to a second embodiment of the present invention, and is a composite view of the right half showing the front (outer surface) and the left half showing the back (inner surface). [Figure 7]FIG. 7 is a front view of a component including a separate mesh fabric that is backed onto the long sleeves of rainwear made of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric of FIG. 6. [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is a partially cutaway enlarged schematic cross-sectional view of the separate component parts of FIG. 7 attached to a long sleeve of rainwear. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0033] Hereinafter, a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Fig. 1 is a cross-sectional view showing a moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) of the first embodiment. This fabric is integrated into a total of three layers, a base fabric (front fabric) (11), a back fabric (12), and a moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (membrane) (13) interposed between the front and back fabrics, and the mesh fabric (14) is supported in a floating state, so to speak, without being in full contact with the back fabric (12).

[0034] That is, the base fabric (surface fabric) (11) of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) is made of woven or knitted fabrics made of polyester-based synthetic fibers, polyamide-based synthetic fibers, polyolefin-based synthetic fibers, other synthetic fibers, or mixed fibers such as nylon 6 / cotton or polyethylene terephthalate / cotton. It is preferable to apply a water-repellent finish to the surface of the base fabric (11) to prevent rainwater from penetrating from the outside.

[0035] The lining (12) of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) is made of the same fiber fabric as the base fabric (outer fabric) (11), namely, the above-mentioned woven or knitted fabric, but it is particularly preferable to adopt a tricot knitted fabric, because the tricot knitted fabric does not impair the moisture permeability of the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13), helps to protect the surface of the resin film from wear (prevents damage), and is highly breathable, making it easy to release sweat (water vapor) and heat generated by the wearer's body.

[0036] Furthermore, the moisture-permeable waterproof film (13) of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) is a nonporous film made of a polyurethane resin film or a polytetrafluoroethylene resin film, preferably a colorless and transparent polyester film, and exhibits water-absorbing properties due to its hydrophilicity, and absorbs water vapor generated by sweating from the body, thereby preventing stuffiness inside the fabric and stickiness to the body (bare skin). In this case, in order to prevent the moisture-permeable waterproof film (13) from absorbing rainwater that has infiltrated through the base fabric (surface fabric) (11) and retaining water, it is desirable to apply a water-repellent finish to the surface of the resin film that constitutes the moisture-permeable waterproof film (13).

[0037] The moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) is made up of three layers as shown in Fig. 1, with a base fabric (outer fabric) (11) laminated to the surface of the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) forming the middle layer, and a lining (12) laminated to the back surface of the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) in a fully adhered and bonded state via an adhesive (not shown). However, instead of laminating the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) made of the nonporous resin film to the fiber fabric base fabric (outer fabric) (11) and lining (12), the resin coating that will become the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) may be applied to the base fabric (outer fabric) (11) and lining (12) to form a total of three layers.

[0038] In addition, the above three layers may be laminated and integrated by heat-pressure fusion or other bonding means instead of using adhesive. Furthermore, although a non-porous moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) is used, it is also possible to use a porous moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) instead.

[0039] In any case, a woven or knitted mesh fabric (14) made of polyester synthetic fiber, polyamide synthetic fiber, or other synthetic fiber is sewn to the back surface of the lining (12) in the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) in the form of dots scattered in multiple places, one or more rows of parallel lines, an overall border, or a floating state not entirely in contact with the other lining (12). A seam tape (not shown) may be attached to the seam, but other joining means instead of sewing may also be used.

[0040] As described above, the mesh fabric (14), which is preferably a single piece and serves as an isolating layer between the body (bare skin) (S) and the lining (12) of the breathable waterproof fabric (M1), is attached to the lining (12) in a floating state without being in full contact with the lining (12), and the mesh fabric (14) has many meshes (voids), so that only a small portion comes into contact with the bare skin (S) and is highly breathable and quick-drying. Therefore, even if the breathable waterproof membrane (13) of the fabric (M1) absorbs water vapor due to sweating from the body and eventually becomes swollen and retains excess water vapor, and the water vapor penetrates and diffuses from the breathable waterproof membrane (13) into the lining (12) of the fabric (M1), the mesh fabric (14) can automatically and reliably prevent the unpleasant phenomenon of the water vapor film sticking (sticky) to the body (bare skin) (S), and a dry and comfortable fit can be obtained.

[0041] In this case, particularly if a highly breathable tricot knit fabric (knit material) is used as the lining (12) of the above-mentioned fabric (M1), the breathability of the lining (12) and the above-mentioned mesh fabric (14) allows the air passing through the large overlapping space to evaporate sweat (water vapor) and heat emitted from the body, resulting in an even more comfortable wearing experience.

[0042] 2 shows a moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M2) according to a second embodiment of the present invention, and this fabric (M2) is a laminated integral structure of two layers in total, except for the lining (12) of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) according to the first embodiment. The other configurations are substantially the same as those of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 1, so the same reference numerals as those in FIG. 1 are used in FIG. 2 and detailed descriptions thereof are omitted. However, the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M2) according to the second embodiment can achieve substantially the same effects as those of the first embodiment, by using a mesh fabric (14) bonded to the back surface of the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) by adhesion, heat-pressure fusion, or other means in a floating state without being in full contact with the back surface.

[0043] Moreover, the second embodiment does not include the lining (12) and has a total of two layers of breathable waterproof fabric (M2), which makes it possible to reduce the overall weight of the fabric (M2) and prevents it from becoming bulky when folded. In any case, the breathable waterproof fabrics (M1) and (M2) of the first and second embodiments can be used for rainwear, sportswear, mountaineering wear, outdoor work wear, and various other types of wear.

[0044] Next, Figures 3 to 5 show rainwear (R1) according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which is a textile product made using the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) of the first embodiment or the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M2) of the second embodiment.

[0045] The rainwear (R1) of the first embodiment, as a whole including the body (15) and long sleeves (16) as shown in Figure 3, is sewn from the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) of Figure 1 or the breathable waterproof fabric (M2) of Figure 2. However, only to the back (inner surface) of the portion (L) of the long sleeves (16) that surrounds the wearer's arms (the length portion corresponding to the arms), a mesh fabric (14) that constitutes a component part (A) separate and independent from the three-layer breathable waterproof fabric (M1) or two-layer breathable waterproof fabric (M2) is attached, so that the mesh fabric (14) comes into contact with the bare skin (S) of the arms of the wearer of the rainwear (R1).

[0046] That is, the mesh fabric (14) as the separate component part (A) extends only to a length (L) corresponding to the wearer's arm, as shown in Fig. 4, and a reinforcing band (17) of a certain width (W) is pre-sewn to the shoulder end of the long sleeve (16) in a hem shape. (18) is the sewing thread. Moreover, the reinforcing band (17) is made of the same fabric as the moisture-permeable waterproof fabrics (M1) and (M2) that make up the rainwear (R1), so that when it is supported by the long sleeve (16) of the rainwear (R1), it forms a double structure as shown in Fig. 5, improving durability.

[0047] As is clear from Figures 3 and 5, the reinforcing band (17) that is already attached to the mesh fabric (14) of the separate component part (A) is attached to the breathable and waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) of the rainwear (R1) from the back side at the shoulder end side of the long sleeve (16) using seam tape (19), so that the seam between the mesh fabric (14) and the reinforcing band (17) is not visible from the surface (outside) of the fabric (M1) (M2).

[0048] On the other hand, the mesh fabric (14) constituting the separate component part (A) is directly sewn to the cuffs of the long sleeves (16) made of the moisture-permeable and waterproof fabrics (M1) and (M2). (20) indicates the sewing thread.

[0049] Furthermore, Figures 6 to 8 show rainwear (R2) according to a second embodiment of the present invention, which is also a textile product made using the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) of the first embodiment or the breathable waterproof fabric (M2) of the second embodiment, and similar to the rainwear (R1) according to the first embodiment shown in Figures 3 to 5, the entire garment, including its body (15) and long sleeves (16), is also sewn from the breathable waterproof fabrics (M1) and (M2) of Figures 1 and 2.

[0050] However, in the case of the rainwear (R2) according to the second embodiment of Fig. 6 to 8, unlike the rainwear (R1) according to the first embodiment, the mesh fabric (14) extends only to the portion (L) surrounding the wearer's arm (length portion corresponding to the arm) as a component (B) separate from the moisture-permeable waterproof fabrics (M1) and (M2) and has a shoulder reinforcing membrane (21) sewn to the edge of the mesh fabric (14) as shown in Fig. 7. (22) is the sewing thread.

[0051] Moreover, the shoulder reinforcing membrane (21) is made of a fabric that is the same as or different from the breathable waterproof fabrics (M1) (M2) that make up the rainwear (R2). Therefore, when it is supported by the long sleeves (16) of the rainwear (R2), it has a double structure as shown in Figure 8, and the shoulders of the rainwear (R2) can be literally reinforced, improving the pressure resistance and abrasion resistance of the shoulders.

[0052] As is clear from Figures 6 and 8, the shoulder reinforcing membrane (21) which is already attached to the mesh fabric (14) as the separate and independent component part (B) is sewn to the armhole (23) of the rainwear (R2) made of the breathable and waterproof fabrics (M1) and (M2) on the corresponding shoulder side of the long sleeve (16), and a seam tape (25) is attached to the back side of the seam made by the sewing thread (24).

[0053] On the other hand, the mesh fabric (14) of the separate component part (B) on the cuff side of the long sleeve (16) is directly sewn to the cuff of the long sleeve (16) made of the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) by the sewing thread (20), similar to the rainwear (R1) of the first embodiment in Figures 3 to 5.

[0054] Incidentally, since the other configurations of the rainwear (R2) of the second embodiment are substantially the same as those of the rainwear (R1) of the first embodiment described above, the same reference numerals as those in Figures 3 to 5 are simply written in Figures 6 to 8, and detailed explanations thereof will be omitted.

[0055] In either of the rainwear (R1) (R2) according to the first and second embodiments, the mesh fabric (14) which is a separate component (A) (B) from the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) of the rainwear (R1) (R2) is attached in a bordered state at the cuff side and shoulder side to the back surface of the part (L) of the long sleeve (16) which surrounds the wearer's arm (the length portion corresponding to the arm), and the area between the cuff side and the shoulder side which are attached in a bordered state is kept in a floating state without being in full contact with the back surface of the lining (12) of the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) or the breathable waterproof membrane (13).

[0056] The mesh fabric (14) itself has a large number of meshes (voids) that are uniformly distributed throughout, and is not only highly breathable and quick-drying, but also the space that is floating above the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) can function as an air layer, so to speak, that separates the back surface of the lining (12) of the fabric (M1) or the breathable waterproof membrane (13) from the bare skin (S) of the body. Therefore, there is no risk of the mesh fabric (14) together with the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) physically sticking to the wearer's arm. Furthermore, the lining (12) of the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) or the breathable waterproof membrane (13) will not stick (become sticky) to the arm (bare skin) (S) of the body due to the penetration and diffusion of excess water vapor released from the breathable waterproof membrane (13), and a comfortable, dry feeling can be maintained for a long time.

[0057] Furthermore, the mesh fabric (14) not only helps to reduce the overall weight of the rainwear (R1) (R2) made of the breathable waterproof fabrics (M1) (M2), but also has the effect of reducing its bulk when folded. [Explanation of symbols]

[0058] (11) Base fabric (outer fabric) (12) Lining (13) Breathable waterproof membrane (14) Mesh fabric (15) Body (16)········Long sleeves (17) Reinforcement band (19)(25)···Seam tape (21)... Shoulder reinforcement membrane (23) Armhole (M1)(M2)...Breathable and waterproof fabric (R1)(R2)···Rainwear (S) Bare Skin (L) The part surrounding the arm of the body (the length corresponding to the arm) (A)(B)...Water-permeable and waterproof fabric of rainwear and separate components

Claims

1. A moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric (M1) is laminated and integrated into three layers, in which a moisture-permeable and waterproof membrane (13) is interposed between a base fabric (11) and a lining (12), The lining (12) is backed with a mesh fabric (14) in an overall bordered state, a scattered distribution state in multiple places, or in other states that are not completely in contact with the entire surface. The moisture-permeable waterproof fabric is characterized in that the phenomenon in which the lining (12) of the moisture-permeable waterproof film (13) sticks to bare skin (S) due to swelling of the film when the film absorbs water is prevented.

2. 2. The moisture-permeable waterproof fabric according to claim 1, wherein a tricot knit fabric is used as the lining (12) of the base fabric (11), which is highly breathable and protects the moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) from abrasion.

3. A two-layer moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric (M2) consisting of a base fabric (11) and a moisture-permeable and waterproof membrane (13) integrated with the base fabric (11), The moisture-permeable waterproof membrane (13) is supported with a mesh fabric (14) in an overall border state, a scattered distribution state in multiple places, or in other states that are not in full contact with the entire surface. The moisture-permeable waterproof fabric is characterized in that the phenomenon in which the moisture-permeable waterproof film (13) itself sticks to bare skin (S) due to swelling of the moisture-permeable waterproof film (13) when it absorbs water is prevented.

4. A rainwear (R1) having long sleeves (16) made of the three-layered moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) according to claim 1 or the two-layered moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M2) according to claim 3, A separate mesh fabric (14) is attached to the back of the portion (L) of the long sleeve (16) that surrounds the wearer's arm. The reinforcing band (17) is sewn directly to the cuffs in a bordered state, while the reinforcing band (17) is sewn to the mesh fabric (14) in a bordered state on the shoulders, and is attached with a seam tape (19). This rainwear is characterized in that the mesh fabric (14) of the breathable and waterproof fabrics (M1) (M2) is set to come into contact with the bare skin (S) of the wearer's arms.

5. The rainwear according to claim 4, characterized in that the reinforcing band (17) sewn to the mesh fabric (14) in a edging state is made of the same fabric as the breathable waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) and forms a double structure with the fabric (M1) (M2).

6. The three-layered moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric (M1) according to claim 1 or the two-layered fabric (M2) according to claim 3 A long-sleeved rainwear (R2) made of a moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric (M2), A separate mesh fabric (14) positioned to correspond to the wearer's arm and a shoulder reinforcing film (21) sewn to the edge of the mesh fabric (14) on the shoulder tip side are attached to the back of the long sleeve (16). The mesh fabric (14) is sewn to the cuffs in a bordered state, while the shoulder reinforcing film (21) is sewn to the armhole (23) of the body (15) on the shoulder side, and a seam tape (25) is applied to the seam. This rainwear is characterized in that the mesh fabric (14) of the breathable and waterproof fabrics (M1) (M2) is set to come into contact with the bare skin (S) of the wearer's arms.

7. The rainwear according to claim 6, characterized in that the shoulder reinforcing membrane (21) sewn in a bordered state to the shoulder end side of the mesh fabric (14) is made of the same or a different fabric as the moisture-permeable waterproof fabric (M1) (M2) and forms a double structure with the fabric (M1) (M2).

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