ラッシュガード

らっしゅがーど

noun

rash guard; UV-protection swim shirt

1. rash guard; UV-protection swim shirt

A stretchy long- or short-sleeved shirt worn over a swimsuit for sun protection, warmth, or modesty. Loanword from English, but in Japan the UV-protection function is the main selling point and the item is closer to everyday beachwear than to a surfing garment.

海(うみ)でラッシュガードを着(き)た。

I wore a rash guard at the beach.

子供(こども)には必(かなら)ずラッシュガードを着(き)せている。

I always have my kids wear a rash guard.

日焼(ひや)けを防(ふせ)ぐためにラッシュガードと帽子(ぼうし)を忘(わす)れずに持(も)っていこう。

To prevent sunburn, don't forget to bring a rash guard and a hat.

Loanword from English "rash guard." Originated in surfing but is now worn widely at beaches and pools, especially for sun protection. Often labeled with a UPF rating.

Common collocations

ラッシュガードを着(き)る: to wear a rash guard
長袖(ながそで)のラッシュガード: long-sleeve rash guard
UVカットラッシュガード: UV-blocking rash guard
パーカータイプのラッシュガード: hooded rash guard

Similar words

水着(みずぎ): swimsuit — general term
ウェットスーツ: wetsuit — thicker, for thermal insulation in water sports
アームカバー: arm sleeves — alternative UV protection worn outside the water

Related Words

Compare: 水着(みずぎ) (swimsuit)

Compare: ウェットスーツ (wetsuit)

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Added 2026.5.11 16:40 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:02

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