Owner
Takao Ban

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ski & snowboard shop Narrows offers fully customizable beanies with a wide range of materials, colors, designs, sizes, and options. You can create your own beanie, taking into consideration your dominant hand and goggle size.
Using leather (several types available) on the outside of the ear flaps allows for a patina effect.
The flaps fasten under the chin, preventing your hat and goggles from flying off even in the event of a serious fall.

Staff
Shunsuke Murai

Recommendation: Peak Performance Futako Tamagawa
all-in-one ski case. Its unique design allows you to adjust the length up to 2m, and its greatest feature is that it can be folded up small when not in use or during the off-season. It can also be connected to other bags using the HOOK system.

Staff member
Shimane Hiromi

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Peakperformance Osaka Continuing on, we'll introduce another related item. It's often used together with The Douchebag. Its greatest appeal is its hook-up system, which allows it to be docked together. It also has just the right size at 30L. Designed with air travel in mind, it's spacious and easy to access, making it useful for a variety of situations. Originally designed to hold goggles in the top pocket and boots in the main compartment, this bag is now a versatile model that can be used for everything from daily use to light activities and trips.

Shinji
Oguchi

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Sanwa Sports Websports PHANTON is not technically a wax, but a coating polymer. Wax is typically heated to penetrate the gaps between the polyethylene crystals of the base material, enhancing glide. The wax seeping into the crystals wears off with each run, meaning skis lose their grip unless they're reapplied. However, PHANTON has a much smaller molecular structure than wax, penetrating the polyethylene itself and bonding with its molecular structure, rather than the gaps between the crystals. (Although it requires at least an hour of direct sunlight for bonding.)

it never wears off, and its effectiveness lasts forever! This means that even after sanding or stone treatment, a new base material appears on the surface, and of course, that base material is permeated with PHANTOM! It also means you can ski without any further treatment! In fact, the 2021 season is only the second season since the skis were released, but we've already seen a large number of repeat customers, and an increasing number of customers are purchasing the skis as a set when they purchase new skis!

Shinji
Oguchi

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Sanwa Sports Websports The three sacred treasures are essential for backcountry adventures. Of these, I believe the avalanche beacon is the most important. However, as it is a precision instrument and not in high demand, its relatively high price tag can be a real problem. The ARVA/EVO5 is a solution to this problem. While it is an entry-level model, not a high-end model for professional use, it boasts a digital triple antenna with a search distance of 50m. It also excels at managing interference with smartphones and other electronic devices. While its performance rivals that of higher-end models, it is a compact and lightweight model measuring just 11cm x 7cm and weighing 170g. Plus, it's priced at an incredible 40,700 yen! With this price tag, you can easily buy your own beacon!

Store manager
Takuro Sato

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Fullmarks Harajuku This item retains the characteristics of merino wool, but is made of mesh to prevent you from getting cold from sweat while moving around. This is the No. 1 item based on word of mouth.

Owner
Toshiya Ikeda

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PAPASU ski boots! For those who can't go to a shop that can make custom insoles, we recommend the "WINTER 3D." Simply cut the insole and set it in to get the perfect fit and comfort! This item provides precise edging and warmth thanks to the know-how developed for World Cup skiers.

Owner
Haruo Morishita

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NATURAL It's no exaggeration to say that this coverall is the world's best base layer. It's the pinnacle of our "can't-give-up" series, and can even be worn as pajamas after skiing - it's an incredible item that's comfortable all day long. If you have prejudices, such as "I sweat a lot" or "It's hard to go to the toilet," then you're missing out. If you come across this innerwear, you should try it out before you die! Made from merino wool, the "MERINO NINJA" regulates your body temperature on both warm and cold days, and thanks to the zipper that opens the waistband 350 degrees, you'll be the first to freshen up when you reach the toilet.

Owner
Iwao Saeki

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Tyrol This bag can be used as a goggle case. It's convenient because it's not bulky. It's also great for protecting the lenses.

Owner
Yoshie Fujita

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NORD This original neck tube is from NORD, a shop in Meguro, Tokyo, that specializes in heel-free activities such as Nordic walking in the summer and telemark, cross-country, and walking skiing in the winter. It's popular for its wide variety of designs, including those featuring polar bears and cross-country skiing. It can be used to keep you warm in the peak season or as an accent piece for your outfit. It's thin, so it won't take up much space, and it's light and comfortable against the skin.

Staff Reine
Nakamura

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BLACKDIAMOND The popular XPLORER RESCUE model from French protection brand cairn
has been redesigned in collaboration with MIPS to provide even more advanced protection. The hybrid structure of two types of hard shell makes it ultra-lightweight and highly ventilated

, equipped with Mips that can withstand impacts from any direction, this is a fearless and powerful model.

Staff
Yukio Shirasuna

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SKI PRO SHOP Piste helmets don't put pressure on your ears, making it easy to hear sounds. They don't have the bulky feel that helmets typically have, and the low center of gravity means they're less tiring to ride. They also look sleek and cool. If they made it an Asian fit, it would be even better.

Owner
Kohei Takada

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Paddle Club Nagoya These gloves have a three-finger structure, but are divided into five fingers inside, providing a strong grip and functionality, while also providing excellent heat retention.

Staff
Yukio Shirasuna

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ski pro shop Piste From its appearance, you can imagine it as a moisture-wicking insulation, but it's shocking how warm it is for something this thin! I would recommend it as insulation for backcountry skiing when you need a certain amount of warmth, such as in light snow and strong winds, but also when you're exerting yourself.

Store manager
Keisuke Eguchi

Recommendation: Fullmarks Hakuba store This backpack is for guides and core users who need more gear. The shoulder straps and frame are designed to fit the Japanese body type, so you won't feel the weight of your luggage and it won't restrict your movement when skiing, making it comfortable. The waist harness also fits snugly, preventing your luggage from swaying side to side.

Manager
Yamazato Toshihiro

Recommendation: Ishii Sports Niigata Store. This recommended size can hold all your essential gear plus a little extra. It's also extremely easy to use and durable.

Owner:
Takanashi Jo

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TOYRU climbing skins are easy to handle. They can be folded by sticking the adhesive surfaces together without using a sheet, making them easy to handle on the snow. Climbing skins tend to be bulky for fat skis, but the flexible fabric makes them easy to store. The adhesive surface is not sticky, so it leaves no marks on the base and requires no force to remove. If the adhesive strength weakens, just use a special cleaner.

Staff member
Shimane Hiromi

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Peakperformance Osaka Protects exposed skin from the neck, face, and head from wind and snow, and can be used as a neck gaiter by lowering the part covering the head.
This season's model is made with a merino wool blend to keep you warm and comfortable all day long.

Staff member
Norihiro Takahashi

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SKI SHOP JIRO Protects exposed skin from the neck, face, and head from wind and snow, and can be used as a neck gaiter by lowering the part covering the head.
This season's model is made with a merino wool blend to keep you warm and comfortable all day long.