Hiboshi method: this ultra-efficient technique is the Japanese’s favorite for drying laundry faster and without odors.

Drying your laundry in a small space without an outdoor area can quickly become a headache. It is often difficult to find enough space to hang your clothes without them remaining damp, especially bulky items like duvets, which risk retaining bad odors. However, the Japanese, experts in optimizing small spaces, have developed a clever method called “Hiboshi” The idea? Dry your laundry in direct sunlight, which speeds up the process while benefiting from the disinfecting properties of UV rays.

What is the Hiboshi method?

The Hiboshi method naturally eliminates bacteria and other microorganisms, while preventing moisture from stagnating in the fibers of the clothes. This not only saves time, but also prevents bad odors that can persist when the laundry remains damp for too long. This method also uses a specific tool, a Japanese hanger called a “sao”, designed to hang clothes optimally.

Thanks to its specific shape and layout, it allows for maximum exposure to sunlight. Using these hangers allows for an even distribution of heat and air on each garment, which speeds up drying without damaging the textiles. By adopting this approach, you will not only be able to dry your laundry quickly, but also extend the life of your clothes.

How to dry your laundry faster?

To go even further in the efficiency of drying, it is possible to combine the Hiboshi method with the “rainbow” drying technique also very popular in Japan. This method involves hanging clothes in a well-ventilated and bright space, placing long clothes on the outside and shorter ones on the inside. This creates a “graduation” effect that improves air circulation between the clothes, allowing for more even and faster drying.