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    Patagonia R1 Air Jacket Review: The perfect balance of breathability and warmth for active outdoor activities and autumn/winter mountain climbing. The latest in lightweight, warm, and breathable fleece. [Hands-on Review]

    Patagonia R1 Air Jacket Review: Perfect for active outdoor activities and autumn/winter mountain climbing with its breathable...

    November 6, 2025 6:30
    Offers , Gear Reviews , Recommendations , Patagonia , Fleece
    We've compared over 200 base layers and selected the best ones for each season and purpose, and how to choose the perfect one for you.

    We've compared over 200 base layers to recommend this season for different seasons and purposes, and we'll show you the perfect base layer for you.

    November 5, 2025 10:00
    Patagonia , Mountain Hardwear , NORRONA , Rab , comparison , THE NORTH FACE , mountaineering guide , to choose , recommendations , CAYL , base layers , HERENESS , ibex
    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol. 22] Yamanashi Shioyama Edition: The trendy fragrance of the moment! And the morning market Cirque 3, 5, and 6 garages are packed full! [Event 3, 5, and 6 Shioyama Vol. 2 information also available]

    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol. 22] Yamanashi Shiozan Edition: Trending fragrances! And the morning market Cirque 3..5...

    November 5, 2025 6:30
    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    October 28, 2025 6:30
    [Workman's Top Recommendation of the Year] Merinotech Active Insulation Review: Merino wool and graphene open up a new world of warm, breathable clothing for fall and winter activities (Developed in collaboration with Outdoor Gearzine)

    [Workman's Most Recommended Product of the Year] Merinotech Active Insulation Review: "Merino wool x..."

    October 10, 2025 6:30
    Gear Review , Recommendations , Mid-Layer , Insulation , Workman , Sponsored
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    Trails, rocky terrain, hiking, and trekking—the Caravan Grand King GK-ALT mountain boots fill a new sweet spot for hiking boots, allowing you to explore Japan's mountains with just one pair. [Quick Review]

    Trails, rocky terrain, hiking, and trekking—the "Ki..." mountain boots are the perfect companion for exploring Japan's mountains.

    November 3, 2025 6:30
    Trekking shoes , Recommended , Caravan , Sponsored , Gear reviews
    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    October 28, 2025 6:30
    I actually tried using Grangers, a rumored brand that is both hassle-free and effective, to care for my waterproof and breathable clothing and hiking boots. [Gear Maintenance Practical Guide]

    Grangers is known for its low maintenance and high effectiveness, so we've actually tried out waterproof and breathable clothing and hiking boots...

    October 9, 2025 6:43
    Water Repellent , Grangers , Maintenance , Gear Review , Sponsored , Introduction to Mountaineering
    DexShell Socks Review: How effective are these waterproof socks? Thoroughly tested for hiking and stream fishing!

    DexShell Socks Review: What are the waterproof socks like? I used them thoroughly for hiking and stream fishing...

    September 16, 2025 21:00
    DexShell , Gear Reviews , Socks , Sponsored
    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol.19] AVANT-GARDE Continued! HOMIES COFFEE! GRID, the Shop Where the Adventure Begins! [Tokigawa Special Feature Part 2]

    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol.19] AVANT-GARDE! HOMIES COFFEE! Adventure...

    September 16, 2025 12:01
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    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol. 22] Yamanashi Shioyama Edition: The trendy fragrance of the moment! And the morning market Cirque 3, 5, and 6 garages are packed full! [Event 3, 5, and 6 Shioyama Vol. 2 information also available]

    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol. 22] Yamanashi Shiozan Edition: Trending fragrances! And the morning market Cirque 3..5...

    November 5, 2025 6:30
    [A genuine, self-funded review] Can you enjoy Japan's mountains all year round with just this one backpack? The PAAGOWORKS ZENN 35 pioneers a new form of "modular backpack" [Hands-on review]

    [An honest, self-funded review] Is this the only thing you need to enjoy Japan's mountains all year round? PAAGOWORKS ZENN...

    October 31, 2025 6:30
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    Going beyond "lightweight"—"Lightweight and spacious, but not just that"—Big Agnes' Copper Spool UL1 tent, with masterful details, sets a new standard for comfort [Practical Review]

    Going beyond "light and natural"—"Light and spacious, but not just that" Big Ag...

    October 29, 2025 6:30
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    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    October 28, 2025 6:30
    [A self-funded review] The perfect balance of lightness and strength! A hands-on review of the freestanding single-wall shelter "Promont UL-10 3S" that I ended up using after my tent collapsed in Yariho.

    [A genuine, self-funded review] The perfect balance of lightness and strength! The freestanding single-wall tent I found after my tent collapsed on the Yariho...

    October 26, 2025 6:30
    Tent , PUROMONTE , Shelter , Gear Review , Recommendations
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    This season's vest model of hard shell jackets is essential for harsh snowy mountains, and tips for choosing them without making a mistake

    This season's vest model of hard shell jackets is essential for harsh snowy mountains, and tips for choosing them without making a mistake

    January 3, 2025 10:50
    MILLET , THE NORTH FACE , Teton Bros. , Introduction to mountain climbing , Rainwear , Patagonia , Softshell , Mountain Hardwear , How to choose , Mont-bell , Hardshell , NORRONA , Rab
    Patagonia M10 Anorak & M10 Storm Pants Review: A super lightweight technical shell that can be used all year round, stripping away everything and sharpened like a knife

    Patagonia M10 Anorak & M10 Storm Pants Review: Remove all the extras...

    December 16th, 2024 6:30
    Gear reviews , recommendations , rainwear , Patagonia , hard shell
    Check out the new mont-bell autumn/winter 2024 items! Infiltrates an exhibition of Japan's leading outdoor brands, including stretchy alpine jackets and ultra-thin active insulation.

    Check out the new mont-bell autumn/winter 2024 items! alpine jackets made from stretchy and super...

    August 16, 2024 6:30
    News , mont-bell
    Check out Patagonia's new autumn/winter 2024 release! This season, there are many new fleece items from the R1 series, light alpine shell jackets made for climbers, and trail shirts that can be used in the mountains and in the city.

    Check out Patagonia's new autumn/winter 2024 release! Created for new fleece from the R1 series and climbers...

    August 8, 2024 9:51
    Backcountry , News , Patagonia
    [Mountains, Skiing and Camera Special] Digest video (Part 2: Equipment and Tools for taking good photos with backcountry skiing) has been released.

    [Mountains, Skiing and Camera Special] Digest Video (Part 2) A machine that takes good photos when taking backcountry skiing...

    March 21, 2024 6:28
    Events , Backcountry , Skiing , Camera
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    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    October 28, 2025 6:30
    Lithium cobalt oxide, lithium iron phosphate, sodium ion, and quasi-solid state. We compared all four types of mobile batteries! Which is best for outdoor use?

    Lithium cobalt oxide, lithium iron phosphate, sodium ion, and quasi-solid state. I used all four types of mobile batteries...

    October 21, 2025 6:33
    Mobile battery , recommendations , comparison
    Lumin AID Max Quick Inflate Review: A portable solar-powered lantern and mobile battery! It's amazing because it serves two purposes.

    Lumin AID Max Quick Inflate Review: A portable solar-powered lantern...

    September 17, 2025 6:58
    Gear Review , LuminAID , Lantern
    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol.19] AVANT-GARDE Continued! HOMIES COFFEE! GRID, the Shop Where the Adventure Begins! [Tokigawa Special Feature Part 2]

    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol.19] AVANT-GARDE! HOMIES COFFEE! Adventure...

    September 16, 2025 12:01
    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol.18] AVANT-GARDE! HOMIES COFFEE! GRID, the shop where the adventure began! [Tokigawa Special Feature Part 1]

    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol.18] AVANT-GARDE! HOMIES COFFEE! The adventure...

    September 15, 2025 6:21
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    John Muir Trail Northbound Traverse (2025 NOBO) Record [Chapter 5] Woods Creek to Lower Basin

    John Muir Trail Northbound Traverse (2025 NOBO) Record [Chapter 5] From Woods Creek...

    November 9, 2025 6:30
    Long Trail , Thru-Hiking , American National Parks
    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol. 22] Yamanashi Shioyama Edition: The trendy fragrance of the moment! And the morning market Cirque 3, 5, and 6 garages are packed full! [Event 3, 5, and 6 Shioyama Vol. 2 information also available]

    [OGZ's Yamamachi Exploration Vol. 22] Yamanashi Shiozan Edition: Trending fragrances! And the morning market Cirque 3..5...

    November 5, 2025 6:30
    [December Offline Event] Support your winter mountain debut! First-time snow mountain hike and gear experience

    [December Offline Event] Support your winter mountain debut! First-time snow mountain hike and gear experience

    November 4, 2025 19:48
    Mountaineering Introduction , Events , Membership
    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    [Let's go mountaineering!] The 3rd ALPS OUTDOOR SUMMIT '25! [Event Report]

    October 28, 2025 6:30
    John Muir Trail Northbound Traverse (2025 NOBO) Record [Chapter 4] Onion Valley to Woods Creek

    John Muir Trail Northbound Traverse (2025 NOBO) Record [Chapter 4] Onion Valley...

    October 23, 2025 6:58
    American National Parks , Long Trails , Thru-Hiking
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Garmin

Once you've worn it, you can't take it off, and 6 practical recommended outdoor watches, including: If you have one, your mountain climbing changes depending on whether you have one

Once you've worn it, you can't take it off, and 6 practical recommended outdoor watches, including: If you have one, your mountain climbing changes depending on whether you have one

Backpack & Gear
April 22, 2022
CASIO , SUUNTO , to Choose a Watch , Garmin , Apple , COROS , Introduction to Mountain Climbing , Recommended

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

Practical use of Garmin inReach, a accessible satellite communication device, when hiking - two-way messaging, how to link with Facebook, etc.

Practical use of Garmin inReach, a accessible satellite communication device, when hiking - two-way messaging, how to link with Facebook, etc.

Special contributions for backpacks and gear
June 9, 2020
Introduction to mountain climbing , Garmin

Written by Yoshihiro Murakami

Review: Garmin Fenix ​​6X Pro Dual Power I've been waiting for this. Outdoor smartwatch that satisfies the desires of all athletes and weekend adventurers

Review: Garmin Fenix ​​6X Pro Dual Power I've been waiting for this. Outdoor smartwatch that satisfies the desires of all athletes and weekend adventurers

Backpack & Gear
February 29, 2020
Watches , Garmin , Gear Review , Recommended

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

Review: Garmin MARQ Expedition The unique pleasure that resides in Garmin's finest outdoor smartwatch, which cannot be measured by specs alone.

Review: Garmin MARQ Expedition The unique pleasure that resides in Garmin's finest outdoor smartwatch, which cannot be measured by specs alone.

Backpack & Gear
September 6, 2019
Gear reviews , recommendations , watches , Garmin

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

Recommendations for Garmin inReach® Mini: Innovative satellite communication devices that everyone entering the mountain should know about

Recommendations for Garmin inReach® Mini: Innovative satellite communication devices that everyone entering the mountain should know about

Special contributions for backpacks and gear
November 8, 2018
Garmin , Gear review , Recommended

Written by Yoshihiro Murakami

Purchase Guide: After trying out all CASIO, GARMIN, and EPSON, we found out the best solution for outdoor watches with GPS for each purpose [Part 2]

Purchase Guide: After trying out all CASIO, GARMIN, and EPSON, we found out the best solution for outdoor watches with GPS for each purpose [Part 2]

Backpack & Gear PR
August 15th, 2018
Watches , Comparison , Garmin , EPSON , Recommended , CASIO

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

Purchase Guide: After trying out all CASIO, GARMIN, and EPSON, we found out the best solution for outdoor watches with GPS for each purpose [Part 1]

Purchase Guide: After trying out all CASIO, GARMIN, and EPSON, we found out the best solution for outdoor watches with GPS for each purpose [Part 1]

Backpack & Gear PR
August 10, 2018
Recommended , CASIO , Watches , Comparison , Garmin , EPSON

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

NEWS: A summary of outdoor gear that made me feel gross in "TRAIL OPEN AIR DEMO 4"

NEWS: A summary of outdoor gear that made me feel gross in "TRAIL OPEN AIR DEMO 4"

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April 7, 2018
Raidlight , Events , Arc'teryx , Garmin , News , TOAD , La Sportiva , NATHAN , MONTANE , ZEN NUTRITION , BLACK DIAMOND , inov8 , PaaGoWORKS , Naito , MERRELL

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

I can't wait until next year! Summary of the latest gears that interest you at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017

I can't wait until next year! Summary of the latest gears that interest you at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017

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January 16, 2017
Crescent Moon , THE NORTH FACE , Garmin , Arc'teryx , Superfeet , News , goTenna , OUTDOOR RESEARCH , Mountain Hardwear , MONTANE , Outdoor Retailer , Salomon

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

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