The free magazine "SKI CLUB Vol.05 2026" will be distributed sequentially from Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at outdoor/ski/select shops/ski resorts/accommodation facilities, etc. nationwide.
WONDERING SKI The mysterious world of skiing
What is the fun of skiing? I've asked myself this question many times, but it's not easy to put into words, and I can't find a straightforward answer. But I can say this much: if you don't ski, you'll surely spend a colorless winter. In SKI CLUB Vol. 5, we introduce skiers who are fascinated by the mysterious world of skiing. It's a fun labyrinth that's not easy to escape from. So, let's slide in. To Wondering Ski!
Regarding content
■Ski Club Room
~Collection of ski-related columns~
- Time with my father given to me through skiing - Sakura Inoue
- Ski music that connects friends - Goro Obata
- The Lodge, Space, and the Aroma of Coffee - Yasushi Ishiwata
Skiing Is Ticket to Freedom by Warren Miller
Skiers fall off chairlifts, skiers kick up powder as they ski down the slopes, and even chimpanzees try their hand at skiing. There's one ski film that's a little different from today's ski films, featuring humorous narration that's sure to get you laughing. "Warren Miller Films" has been thrilling the hearts of skiers for many years. But who on earth is behind these films?
■SKI MAPPER James Nehues
Planning and preparing for a ski trip may be more fun than the act of skiing itself. In fact, the act of pulling out your ski wear, goggles, and gloves, and changing once inside your room, is probably skiing in itself. Of course, choosing the ski resort you'll visit on your next holiday is also one of the joys, and one thing you always have to check is the ski map. Just thinking about what kind of runs there are available and how many lifts there are gets our hearts racing. Ski maps are like treasure maps, and they make our eyes sparkle. But who draws these maps?
■LIVING IN WONDERFUL RETRO Thomas Bachnetzer
His name is Thomas Bachnetzer. I was fascinated by the way he poses on social media wearing a vintage ski suit and lining up his skis. This isn't just any collector; his sense is outstanding. Captivated by his worldview, I asked him a question: "How many skis do you own?"
■SKI STYLE OF JAPANESE SKIERS
Ski life for enjoyable skiers
■I've Got A Feeling! A sleepless night before skiing
The day I bought my ski wear and equipment, I couldn't stop feeling excited. When I closed my eyes, I could see myself kicking up pure white snow and carving tracks at breakneck speed like an alpine skier. I was sure my next ski trip would be a wonderful memory. I had better get to bed early, or I'd miss the meeting tomorrow!!
■ The long-awaited snowy mountains of the Caucasus
A row of unfamiliar old stone towers stand. Behind them rises a shining mountain covered in white snow and glaciers. It was a spectacular exotic landscape that caught my eye one day. I couldn't get it out of my head. Skiers were skiing at breakneck speed down the steep slopes, sending up huge sprays of snow. It seemed like even the slightest misstep would send them plummeting into a crevasse in the glacier. The place was the Caucasus Mountains, a chain of peaks reaching heights of over 4,000 meters in the Eastern European country of Georgia. The sight of these mountains captivated me. After 10 years of wishing to visit someday, I finally set off on a journey to this enchanting land with my ski equipment.
■CLUB HOUSE BOARD
- A good day of skiing makes everything better. - Bruno Compagnet
- When she changes into ski wear - Shuko Yoneyama
- A backpack born from aerospace engineering? - Ranyo Tanaka
- Get drunk on sake named after skiing: "Ski Masamune" - Hideki Inoue
- Watching the Self-Defense Forces ski training will make you want to practice! - SKI CLUB
- Skiing and cooking go hand in hand. - SKI CLUB
- Skiing towards the drift ice - this is the true Shiretoko ski resort. - Yuriko Kobayashi
■Hoshino's thoughts on "the joy of touring!"
Yoshiharu Hoshino, the CEO of Hoshino Resorts, travels the world skiing. What is the "fun of touring ski resorts" that Hoshino thinks is important?
■It's too late to ask now SKI Advice Room
You've started skiing, but you're just skiing aimlessly and not improving at all... Why is that? What should you do? This is a consultation room for troubled ski lambs. Don't be shy, just ask anything!
ALWAYS EVOLVING
The Mitsubishi Delica minivan SUV has evolved alongside the development of Japan's ski culture, garnering immense support from skiers. But why has it remained so beloved? We spoke with Kosuke Fujii, product planning manager for the Delica D:5 at Mitsubishi Motors, about its unparalleled capabilities and appeal.
■SKI CLUB SKI RESORT GUIDE & HOTEL
■NIGHT SKIING
Skiing is said to be a sport that allows you to enjoy a surreal world, but if you go night skiing, an even more special experience awaits you.
▶『SKI CLUB』Official SNS Accounts
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■ Media Overview
Ski Club VOL.5 Published in December 2025 (Once a season / Free magazine)
Format: A4 variant / 68 pages
Creative Director: Ranyo Tanaka (Steller's Jay)
Editor: Hideki Inoue (MONKEYWORKS) / Yuriko Kobayashi
Designer: Yuta Ukai
Back Cover Photo: Kari Medig
Printing: Matsuzaki Printing
Publisher: Hiroshi Owada
Issued by: Cast Inc.
5F Shin-Arai Building,
1-44-4 Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0014 https://www.cast-inc.co.jp/