{"product_id":"kakuichi-shower-long-microbubble-watering-nozzle","title":"KAKUICHI Shower Long Microbubble Watering Nozzle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"detail\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSUMMARY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKAKUICHI Shower Long\u003c\/strong\u003e is a long-reach garden watering nozzle that generates fine microbubbles inside a specially designed grip as water flows through it. Simply connect it to a compatible hose—no separate electric power supply is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts gentle shower is intended for vegetable gardens, young plants, flowers, pots, planters and garden trees. Shower Long brings microbubble water to the root zone as part of everyday plant care. Below, we explain how the system works and share examples of plant-growth observations.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-1\"\u003e※1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"detail\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrobubbles created in the grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The internal passage is designed to generate very fine bubbles in flowing water. Microbubbles are generally described as approximately 1–100 μm in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoot-zone watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microbubble water is used with the aim of supporting a favorable environment for root development, seed germination and plant establishment.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-1\"\u003e※1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater and soil interaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine bubbles are intended to help water spread through soil and reach the root zone more effectively.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-1\"\u003e※1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-care potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microbubble watering is explored for its possible influence on oxygen availability around roots, microbial activity, plant vigor, flowering and the conditions associated with root rot.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-1\"\u003e※1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle shower and long reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e The approximately 650 mm body allows comfortable watering deeper into pots and flower beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo external power required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect a suitable hose to use the nozzle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e An on\/off lever is fitted to the blue grip; always close the water tap after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Growth Demonstrations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following comparison shows the root mass recorded in a watering demonstration using ordinary tap water and Shower Long microbubble water.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-2\"\u003e※2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; max-width: 660px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 9px; text-align: left;\"\u003eReported comparison\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 9px; text-align: left;\"\u003eRoot mass\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 9px;\"\u003eOrdinary tap water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 9px;\"\u003e9.2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 9px;\"\u003eShower Long microbubble watering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 9px;\"\u003e18.8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 710px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Root_Comparison_EN.jpg?v=1793325070\" alt=\"Actual KAKUICHI sample comparison photograph with English labels: tap water left, Shower Long nozzle right\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.5; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eRoot samples from the tap-water and Shower Long microbubble-water comparison.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-2\"\u003e※2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this comparison, the Shower Long sample measured \u003cstrong\u003e18.8 g\u003c\/strong\u003e of root mass, compared with \u003cstrong\u003e9.2 g\u003c\/strong\u003e for the tap-water sample—approximately twice as much. We also introduce examples related to flowering, seed germination and rooting as illustrations of the possibilities of microbubble watering.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-2\"\u003e※2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlowering Demonstration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese cyclamen photographs show a side-by-side watering comparison at the start and one month later. In both images, the plant on the left was watered with tap water, while the plant on the right received microbubble water.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-3\"\u003e※3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(260px,1fr)); gap: 16px; align-items: start; margin: 18px 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Flower_Comparison_Start_EN.jpg?v=1793325057\" alt=\"Cyclamen comparison at the start: tap water left and microbubble water right\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; color: #666; margin-top: 7px;\"\u003eAt the Start\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Flower_Comparison_Month_EN.jpg?v=1793325063\" alt=\"Cyclamen comparison after one month: tap water left and microbubble water right\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; color: #666; margin-top: 7px;\"\u003eAfter One Month\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRice Germination: 7-Day Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch a seven-day side-by-side comparison of rice seeds. The left sample shows water delivered through the Shower Long nozzle, while the right sample uses water without the nozzle. The difference shown is an example from this demonstration.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-4\"\u003e※4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 820px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" playsinline=\"\" preload=\"metadata\" aria-label=\"Seven-day comparison of rice seed germination with and without Shower Long\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 4px; background: #111;\"\u003e\n\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/vp\/c2df1de538394ec5a5250e18f05a3f30\/c2df1de538394ec5a5250e18f05a3f30.SD-480p-0.9Mbps-99397153.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003eYour browser does not support HTML5 video.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.6; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eLeft: With Nozzle. Right: Without Nozzle. Day 1 to Day 7.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReach the Base of Plants Without Bending Down\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long-reach nozzle helps direct a gentle shower toward plant bases in garden beds, planters and deeper pots, making everyday watering more comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 720px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Watering_In_Use.jpg?v=1793325042\" alt=\"KAKUICHI Shower Long watering flower beds without bending down\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.5; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eLong-reach watering helps direct the shower toward the base of garden plants.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatented Microbubble Grip Technology — Japan Patent No. 7787587\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the Shower Long grip, a specially engineered water-flow structure generates microbubbles from gases dissolved in the water. The system needs no separate pump, electrical power supply or chemical additives—water simply flows through the grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 740px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Microbubble_Mechanism_EN.png?v=1793325051\" alt=\"English diagram showing how water flows through the Shower Long microbubble-generating grip\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.5; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eHow microbubbles are generated as water flows through the specially designed grip.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Microbubble Water Interacts with Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrobubble watering is designed around contact between water, soil and the root zone. KAKUICHI highlights potential support for water infiltration, root development and plant establishment.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-1\"\u003e※1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 740px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Wetting_EN.png?v=1793325036\" alt=\"Manufacturer diagram explaining microbubble water wetting and root-growth concepts\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.5; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eHow microbubble water may interact with soil and the root zone.\u003csup\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shower-long-note-1\"\u003e※1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnecting and Using the Nozzle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the hose attachment from the grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert a compatible hose into the attachment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the hose firmly in the fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconnect the attachment to the grip, turn on the tap and use the grip lever to control the shower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 740px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Hose_Setup_EN.png?v=1793325077\" alt=\"Four steps to connect a compatible garden hose to the Shower Long grip\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.5; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eConnect the hose securely before turning on the water.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 20px auto; max-width: 540px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Control_EN.png?v=1793325085\" alt=\"English on-off control diagram for the Shower Long handle lever\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.5; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eOperate the water flow from the grip lever. Close the main tap after watering.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, stay within the specified water-pressure range. Drain remaining water after use in freezing weather. Do not use with oils or solvents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"detail\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eProduct name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eKAKUICHI Shower Long\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eManual hose-connected watering nozzle with microbubble-generating grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e650 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e1,100 g\/unit (KAKUICHI English product specification)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eOperating water pressure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.2–0.7 MPa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eCompatible hose inside diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e12–15 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eCompatible hose outside diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUp to 20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBubble size concept\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eMicrobubbles, approximately 1–100 μm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWater discharge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eGentle shower pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eOn-handle flow lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eMain materials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAluminum, zinc alloy, ABS, EPDM and TPR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePower supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eNot required (hose water pressure is used)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eTypical use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eVegetable gardens, pots, seedlings, flower beds and garden trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .9em; color: #555;\"\u003eSpecifications are based on KAKUICHI's published product information. Before purchase, verify hose dimensions and water pressure at the installation site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"shower-long-demo-notes\"\u003eNotes on Demonstrations and Cultivation Effects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: .88em; line-height: 1.7; color: #555;\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"shower-long-note-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e※1 — Microbubble and cultivation concepts:\u003c\/strong\u003e The described effects on water movement, root-zone conditions, germination, oxygen availability, microbial activity, plant vigor and root rot are potential benefits discussed in KAKUICHI's product materials, not fixed performance specifications. Actual effects depend on soil, water and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"shower-long-note-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e※2 — Root-mass comparison:\u003c\/strong\u003e The figures of 9.2 g and 18.8 g come from the presented comparison example. The photograph illustrates the samples but does not independently establish the measured weights. Detailed test methods, sample size and repeatability data have not been supplied, so the example does not indicate a typical or expected doubling of root mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"shower-long-note-3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e※3 — Cyclamen comparison:\u003c\/strong\u003e The photographs show one watering demonstration at the start and after one month. Flowering and plant growth vary with cultivar, plant condition, temperature, light, soil, fertilization, water quality and watering practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"shower-long-note-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e※4 — Rice germination video:\u003c\/strong\u003e The seven-day footage is a specific side-by-side demonstration of rice seeds with and without the nozzle. Detailed conditions, sample counts and repeatability data are not available here. It illustrates an observation, not a guaranteed rate or speed of germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The demonstration examples are drawn from KAKUICHI's published materials and have not been independently replicated by Japan Agri Trading. They illustrate potential outcomes; no specific increase in germination, root mass, flowering, yield or water efficiency, or reduction in disease or root rot, is guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KAKUICHI","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":68064463945771,"sku":"SHOWER-LONG","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7027\/2043\/files\/KAKUICHI_Shower_Long_Main_Photo.jpg?v=1793325026","url":"https:\/\/japan-agritrading.com\/fr\/products\/kakuichi-shower-long-microbubble-watering-nozzle","provider":"Japan Agri Trading","version":"1.0","type":"link"}