Why You Should Hike Japan's New Michinoku Coastal Trail Next Winter
Though the MCT is often hiked in the fall or spring, those who brave it in colder months will be rewarded with singular beauty and tastier fish
Less Roughing, More Lounging: How Snow Peak Is Challenging American Outdoor Orthodoxy
While other outfitters emphasize performance in rough settings, the Japanese brand designs gear to bring the comforts of home to the outdoors
Why I Hiked 13 Hours into the Japanese Alps to Restore the Trails Around a Remote Hut
Located in Chubu Sangaku National Park, the remote Kumonodaira Hut is a hiker's paradise—here's why I spent a week volunteering to help preserve it
How a Photographic Obsession Became a New Book About Japanese Vending Machines
A conversation with longtime Field Mag editor and photographer Tanner Bowden about his new photo book, travel, and self publishing
A Review of DOD Outdoors' Japanese Comfort Camping Gear
The Japanese camping brand designs luxury-leaning gear for taking it slow and easy, but does it live up to its cushy claims?
Exploring Unzen Onsen, One of Japan’s Best Hidden Hiking Hotbeds
A local's guide to Japan's first national park and its neighboring hot spring town, where visitors can experience a slice of authentic life in Japan
Michinoku Coastal Trail Guide: What to Know About Japan's New 1,000 km Trail
This scenic trail winds through rugged coastlines, dense forests, and historic towns, helping revitalize a region still reeling from the 2011 tsunami
In New Sub-Brand Marmot Capital, Kikuno Kiki Blends Heritage & Performance
Creative Director Kikuno Kiki shares insight into the Japan-exclusive brand's first collection of "new vintage" outdoor apparel for modern life
This Clever Chair for Home and Camp Is Designed to Biodegrade If Forgotten in Nature
Made in Japan entirely of wood and canvas, the unique, lightweight seat can be assembled in minutes and easily packs away when not in use
And Wander and Maison Kitsuné Release Collab Hiking Collection for Spring
Japan's preeminent outdoor outfitter and the Parisian fashion house/music label/cafe release a limited-edition capsule for "exploration of everywhere"
Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Northern Japanese Alps
North of Tokyo in the Nagano, Toyama, and Gifu prefectures, the peaks collectively known as the Hida Mountains or Japanese Alps are a hiker's dream
The Best New High-Tech Down Outerwear from Japan's Goldwin
Three key pieces combine Gore-Tex and ceramic-embedded down in high-tech and highly refined insulated outerwear for serious winter weather
The Inoki-Ye House Outside of Osaka, Japan Brings Cabin-Life to the City
Amidst industrial warehouse and factories, this residential extension brings peace and quiet to a family's backyard
Near Nagano, A Modest Mountain Cabin Embraces Forest Bathing
Set into a wild hillside aways outside Tokyo, the unique cabin design encourages natural air-flow and a very close relationship with nature
Snow Peak & Toned Trout Release Very Vibey Fly Fishing Capsule Collection
Japan's preeminent outdoor outfitter releases its third collaboration with the niche fishing apparel brand, making fly fishing cooler than ever
Japan's Goldwin Introduces a New Jacket for Foragers
The ultra-packable, breathable, water-resistant jacket features an exterior mesh pocket for drying wet gear, foraging, or picking up trailside litter
Video: Super 8 Film Documents an Epic Ski & Surf Road Trip Through Japan by RV
Pro skiers Callum Pettit & Mike Henitiuk roam the South Island in a micro RV to ski, surf, and explore in new short film
Japan's And Wander Releases 9oz Alpha Direct Hoodie for Fall Hiking
Using Polartec's innovative new fleece fabric, this pullover layering piece is made for ultralight hiking—and daily wear too
Topo Designs x Nanga x Natal Design Release Down T-Shirt and Backpack
A rare three-brand, two-piece collaboration blending Japanese craftsmanship with an American outdoor aesthetic
Snow Peak & New Balance Introduce Camping Shoe Equivalent of Zip-Off Cargo Pants
Japan's original outdoor lifestyle creator and NB's Tokyo Design Studio introduce a wild, waterproof hiker slash camp clog
New Keen & Engineered Garments Collab Results in Unique Uneek Slide
Portland's top sandal brand and the NYC by way of Japan menswear label debut a minimalist slide made of recycled plastic bottles
Form Follows Function in New Gore-Tex Jacket by Japan's Goldwin
This clever waterproof jacket draws on fly fishing apparel and vintage hunting gear with visually—and functionally—superior results
A Beginner’s Guide to Takibi, Snow Peak’s Famous Fire-Resistant Fabric
How Japan's bonfire-centric approach to camping inspired a legendary line of technical apparel made for the most non-tech activity—sitting fireside
This 3-In-1 Pant & Jacket Combo Pairs Japanese Down With Gore-Tex Tech
A capsule collection of 3-in-1 outerwear for everyday adventure from Japan's top down supplier and a longtime snowboard outwear brand