The staff at the pro shop, which handles a variety of brands and has accumulated feedback from users, have a keen eye for discerning quality. So, let's ask them which glove they most recommend from the new 2025-2026 season models. For those looking to upgrade this season, or those who have been eyeing a number of gloves but can't decide, check out the pair of gloves highly rated by experts!
Alaska 3 Finger | SWANY

Material:
Goat leather, GORETEX insert, bamboo material
Color: AV/LDT (BK, WH, MAR/LDT, SUM/LDT, SAK/LDT 6 colors in total)
Size: MENS/XS,S,M,L|LADIES/XS,M,L
¥21,450
◆ Official HP / https://www.swanyglove.jp/
The softness of the leather is apparent when you try them on. Not only are they warm even in the harshest winter, but the leather is extremely soft, making them easy to grip onto poles. These gloves are all you need during the peak season! They keep your fingertips warm even in the harshest winter, and offer a flexible grip, so they're highly recommended
Reviewer
TRUNKBASE
Owner / Mikiya Tanno

ARMS | SALMON ARMS

Material:heavy - durable nylon shell, waterproof GORB
Size:S,M,L
¥9,900
◆Official website: https://salmonarms.com/collections/gloves
There are plenty of designs that will make you want to buy them all! They boast reliable warmth and waterproofness, so choose your favorite glove based on your first impression and love at first sight. Whether you're deciding on a glove or just standing there casually, these gloves will make your hands stand out. They're also great value, so if you're not sure which one to buy, why not buy two?
Reviewer
CYCLE COMMUNICATION NATURAL
Staff/Hoshiko Tsuji

COULOIR|HESTRA

Material:
Palm: Goat Leather
Back: Hestra Dobby Melange Fabric and Cowhide
Insert: CZone
Insulation: Foam
Lining: Brushed Polyester
Size: 6-10
Size chart here
Color: Black/White, Beige/White, Mauve/White (3 colors in total)
¥23,100
◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/
These gloves have a good amount of cotton for use during the remaining snow season, and are also waterproof. Surprisingly, there are few waterproof gloves with similar specifications on the market, so these gloves really hit the spot. They may feel a little tight at first, but they will become more comfortable with use. Let them grow and grow
Reviewer
Ishii Sports Yodobashi Kofu
Staff / Yuki Amari

Ergo Grip Active Wool |HESTRA

Material:
Palm: Impregnated Goat leather
Back: Gore-Tex Infinium Windstopper Breeze:
Lining: Wool Terry Lining (80% Wool Mix 20% Polyamide)
Color: Dark Forest/Black (Navy, Red, Black, Orange/Off White, 5 colors in total)
Size: 6-10 Size chart here
¥17,600
◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/
These thin gloves combine a flexible, easy-to-handle outer shell with a warm, breathable wool liner. They are highly versatile gloves that can be used for backcountry activities and work in the harsh winter, and when combined with overgloves, can also be used in cold climates and for skiing
Reviewer
Ishii Sports Kanda Main Building
Staff Makoto Shimoyama

ESK-2350A | Matsuoka Gloves

Material: Goat leather, polyester, Matsuoka Gloves original breathable waterproof film insert
Color: CORK/BROWN (BANANA/CREAM, T BLUE/BLACK 3 colors available)
Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
¥18,150
◆Available at: http://www.igrek-okumura.jp/
This lightweight all-season model is based on the classic five-finger model ESK-2150! Aside from the coldest periods, it's perfect for spring and winter city walks! The perfect fit means you can do everything you want without even wearing gloves! Of course, the ergonomic grip and built-in breathable waterproof lining make it perfect. The goat leather used has a great feel and a great fit!
Review War
Sanwa Sports WEBSPORTS
Staff/Shinji Oguchi

LOBSTER|eb's

Material: Deer skin, GORE-TEX
Color: White (Black, Camel, Castard, 4 colors in total)
Size: S, M, L, XL
¥14,960
◆Official website: https://www.ebsmission.co.jp/
Originally popular as a snowboard glove manufacturer, eb's has released a skier model for the past two years. The palm is made of exceptionally soft deerskin. These three-finger, all-leather gloves are designed for ease of movement and grip
ReviewWorsky
Pro Shop Azumino
Owner/Fujita Tatsuya

INFERNO SEEKER GLOVE|THE NORTH FACE

Material:
<Outer> 20D GORE-TEX Micro Grid Backer (Outer: 100% nylon, Middle layer: ePTFE, Lining: 100% nylon) <Flat section> Natural leather (goat leather) <Reinforced section> Dyneema Leather (Outer: Natural leather (cowhide), Lining: 100% polyethylene) <Filling> PrimaLoft Gold Insulation with Cross Core 400g, Primaloft Grip Insulation 133g
Color: Black (1 color)
Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
¥21,560
◆Official website/ https://www.goldwin.co.jp/
This high-performance model is designed for high-altitude mountaineering and polar expeditions. It offers a good balance of warmth and maneuverability, making it ideal for backcountry skiing and slope skiing in the harsh winter. Furthermore, Dyneema leather, a material only available from a limited number of manufacturers, is used in areas prone to wear. Another major attraction of these gloves is their exceptional durability
Reviewer
Xraeb sports
Staff / Taketo Yamada

SKI ALPER LIGHT|LEVEL

Material: Windproof fabric, waterproof goat leather palm
Color: Black
Size: S, M, L, XL, XXL
WARMTH INDEX: 1000-light
\19,800
◆Official website: https://level-japan.com/
Good news for skiers in the Niigata area! It's no exaggeration to say that these gloves will get you through the entire season! They're not the warmest, but they come with an overglove called a "wind and rain cover," which is handy when it's raining or snowing heavily.
Also, with the popularity of smartwatches these days, many people are wearing watches, and the gloves have a small window for the watch, so you can check it without removing the gloves. Recommended for those who want to wear the same pair of gloves all season long!
Reviewer
Mt.Peaks
Staff/Hoshi Yamato

Wakayama|HESTRA

Material:
Outer: Impregnated Cowhide (color.060 Chrome Free Impregnated Goat Leather)
Lining: Removable Wool Terry (3400660 Wakayama Wool Liner)
Features: Neoprene Cuffs, Paracord, Handcuffs
Color: Almond White (Forest/Cork, Navy/Brown, Bordeaux/Brown, Cork/Brown - 5 colors in total)
Size: 6-10 Size chart here ¥
20,900
◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/hestra/
The leather used is flexible, so it provides a great grip on the poles. The inner lining of the gloves is made of wool, so even if you sweat a little, it won't get cold and it's moisture-wicking, so it keeps you dry. There are a wide variety of colors available, so it's easy to match with your clothing
Reviewer Shugakuso
Hokudai Store
Staff / Climbing and Ski Manager - Mr. Minoru Kojiguchi


