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Snowy mountains hold many hidden charms. Deep, deep powder snow, among other things,
is perhaps the ultimate pleasure that continues to captivate countless skiers, both now and in the past.
When the mountain and its slopes are in top condition,
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For skiers seeking a more realistic look into the world of skiing and snowboarding,
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"ALASKAN DREAM"
Text and Photos by Tomoki Fuse.
Amidst the massive surge of rising infection numbers, the trio managed to get out at the perfect time between sets. It's been years since we've written about a mountain in a foreign country. Escaping the hustle and bustle of the Chugach Mountains, they flew in a Cessna onto the glaciers of Denali National Park, then embarked on a hardcore full-hike ride. Tomoki Fuse, who spent his student days in the United States, reports on this journey.
"Mt. Daisen—The Glorious Mountain"
Text and Photos by Iwato Takashi
Mt. Daisen was well known in the mountaineering world, but it was perhaps Hashimoto Takaoki and photographer Harada Gaku who brought it to the limelight as skiers. They commuted from Nagano for five seasons starting in 2011, and contributed an article to our magazine in 2016 titled "Five Years on Mt. Daisen, Hoki." Joining them at the time were Nakamura Atsushi and Iwato Takashi, who call Mt. Daisen their home. These
are vivid memories of a bountiful season in the winter of 2022.
"Mount Shari in the Wind and Snow"
Text by Shimomura Yuta Photos
by Kokubun Tomotaka, Yoshida Haruhi Mount Shari, towering at the base of the Shiretoko Peninsula, is a mountain that is rarely visited during the harsh winter months, due in part to its harsh natural environment, which means it is hit hard by the winter monsoons. To ski down its slopes, you need the patience to endure the harsh weather and a bit of luck on your side. This is the story of three people who set up tents in the heart of the mountain and spent five days hoping for a chance to climb it.
"Towards
Takada-daidake beyond - Mt. Hakkoda in the days before the ropeway, the final part"
Text by Soma Hiroyoshi Photos by Nakata Hiroya
This journey retracing the Mt. Hakkoda ski tours of the days before the ropeway is now in its third year. We head for our final destination, Takada-daidake, while thinking back to the routes our predecessors, who stayed at Sukayu Onsen for long periods, must have traversed on skis. Also worth noting is the realistic sequence of drawing big lines on two of Mt. Hakkoda's longest regular banks.
Memories of the day evoked by a single photograph by
Fujita Kazushige Text by Fujita Kazushige, Photography by Fuse Tomoki. Hakuba-
based Fujita Kazushige is known as a rider with a gift for expressiveness. This is evident not only in his riding, which involves maneuvering a single board, but also in his ambitious output of photographs, videos, and writing. His writing, which turns each ride into a story, is particularly noteworthy. This is a shot of one such ride by Fujita on his home mountain.
"A mountain that is close yet far away"
Photo by Tsuyoshi Ito
Takuma Oike was able to jump over a line that he normally thought he couldn't jump over. The one jump he aimed for over three days was a condensed version of the accumulated attempts he had made over the past 10 years.
"The East Face of Mount Tengu in the Northern Yatsugatake Mountains"
Text by Nakata Hiroya, Shimizu Akira, Shibata Yuki Photos by Nakata Hiroya
To be precise, Mount Higashi Tengu. It's a popular mountain for trekking, so many people have probably climbed it. Just below the summit, you've likely encountered a cliff that makes you hesitate to look down. Yes, this is the story of three people who went skiing down that sheer, steep slope. What did they achieve in the Northern Yatsugatake mountain range, where skiing is extremely unlikely?
"Exploring the local area - GOT edition"
Text by Ishibashi Jin Photos by Nakanishi Takahiro
I decided to walk the ridgeline on a clear spring day with some local skiing buddies who turned 50. There was nothing to see, and there was no main peak or main slope to aim for, but we just thought why not go for a walk, and one day in mid-March, the usual group of people who live in Minamifurano and Shimukappu got together. So, what is "GOT"? You'll find out after reading the main text.
"Rethinking Tech Bindings"
Text by Terakura Chikara Photos by Kikuchi Shota
Tech bindings have already become essential gear in the backcountry skiing scene. However, one thing that many people think they understand is the mechanism behind these lightweight touring bindings. We interviewed representatives from five major brands to find out more, including whether they have a safety release function like alpine bindings. We've delved into some difficult-to-ask questions, so be sure to read on!
"Kai-Komagatake Korendani Right Branch in 2022"
Text and photos by Naoyuki Kato
The Korendani Right Branch of Mt. Kaikoma in the Southern Alps is a long chute known for serious canyoning in the summer and ice climbing in the winter. This is the story of a solo one-day descent by Naoyuki Kato, a snowboard mountaineer who practices climb and ride.
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Akira Sasaki, 40, takes on alpine racing again
Akira Mori's "What will the snow be like this winter?"
Telemark skiing with Hiroo Kitada
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“PHOTOGALLERY”
“PREMIERE MAGAZINE REVIEW”
Publisher: Futabasha Co., Ltd.
Release date: September 13, 2022
Price: 1,540 yen (1,400 yen)