Owner:　
Takao Ban

Recommended by:ski & snowboard shop Narrows.
This beanie is fully customizable, with options for material, color, design, size, and more.
You can create a beanie that's uniquely yours, taking into account your dominant hand and goggle size.
Using leather (several types available) on the outside of the ear flaps allows you to enjoy the aging process.
The chin flap prevents your hat and goggles from flying off even in a big fall.

Staff member　
Shunsuke Murai

Recommend:PeakPerformance Futako-Tamagawa
All-in-One Ski Case. Its unique design allows for length adjustment up to 2m, and its biggest feature is that it can be folded down to a small size when not in use or during the off-season. It can also be attached to other bags using the HOOK system.

Staff member　
, Hiroshi Shimane

Recommend:Peakperformance Osaka
presents another related item. I often use it with The Douchebag. Its biggest appeal is that it can be docked using the hook-up system. Also, it's just the right size at 30L. Designed with airplane trips in mind, it has a spacious interior that makes it easy to access, and it's useful in a variety of situations. Originally designed to hold goggles in the top pocket and boots in the main compartment, this bag has now become a versatile model that is useful for everything from daily use to light activities and trips.

Manager　
Shinji Oguchi

Recommend:Sanwa Sports Websports
PHANTON is not strictly a wax, but a coating polymer. Traditional wax works by applying heat to penetrate between the polyethylene crystals of the ski base material, improving glide. However, the wax that seeps between the crystals is consumed with each run, so it needs to be reapplied to maintain glide.PHANTON, however, has a much smaller molecular structure than wax and penetrates not just the gaps between polyethylene crystals, but the polyethylene itself, bonding with its molecular structure.(Although it needs to be exposed to direct sunlight for at least an hour to bond...)

Therefore, it doesn't wear off, and its effect lasts forever!This means that even if you sand or stone the ski base, a new layer of ski base material will appear on the surface, and of course, that ski base material will have PHANTON permeated into it!Also, you can ski without any further treatment!　In fact, the 2021 season was only its second season of sale, but it already has many repeat customers, and the number of customers purchasing it as a set when they buy new skis is increasing!

Manager　
Shinji Oguchi

Recommend:Sanwa Sports Websports
The three essential pieces of equipment are a must-have for backcountry adventures. Among them, I think the avalanche beacon is the most important piece of equipment. However, because it is a precision instrument and not a product with high demand, its price is quite high, which is a problem. The ARVA/EVO5 has broken through this beacon situation. Of course, it is not a high-end model for professional use, but an entry-level model, but it has a digital triple antenna and a detection range of 50M. It also excels at managing interference with electronic devices such as smartphones. In terms of performance, it is on par with higher-end models, but it is a small and lightweight model measuring 11cm x 7cm and weighing 170g. Moreover, the price is a very reasonable 40,700 yen! At this price, you can buy your own beacon!

Store Manager　
Takuro Sato

Recommend:This Fullmarks Harajuku
merino wool jacket retains all the desirable features of merino wool, but its mesh design prevents chills from sweat during activity. It's our number one best-selling item based on customer reviews.

Owner　
Toshiya Ikeda

Recommend:PAPASU
ski boots! For those who can't go to a shop that makes custom insoles, we recommend "WINTER 3D". Simply cut and insert the insole to achieve a perfect fit and comfort! This item provides precise edging and warmth based on know-how used by World Cup skiers.

Owner:　
Haruo Morishita

Recommend:NATURAL
This one-piece base layer is arguably the best in the world. It's the pinnacle of the "can't stop wearing" series, and it's the ultimate item that keeps you comfortable all day long, even doubles as pajamas after skiing. If you have preconceived notions like "I sweat a lot..." or "It's a pain to go to the bathroom...", you're missing out. If you've come across this base layer, you should experience it before you die! The "MERINO NINJA" made of merino wool regulates your body temperature in both warm and cold days, and thanks to the 350-degree waist zipper, you can get to the bathroom faster than anyone else.

Owner:　
Iwao Saeki

Recommendation:Tyrol sheet
This single

Owner　
Yoshie Fujita

Recommend:NORD
, a shop in Meguro, Tokyo, that focuses on heel-free activities such as Nordic walking in the summer and telemark, cross-country, and walking skiing in the winter, offers this original neck tube. It's popular for its wide variety of designs, including those featuring polar bears and cross-country skiing motifs. It can be used for warmth during the peak season as well as an accent piece for your outfit. It's thin and convenient, not taking up much space in your luggage, and its light weight and smooth feel against the skin are also appealing.

Staff　
member Reon Nakamura

Recommend:BLACKDIAMOND
The popular XPLORER RESCUE model from the French protection brand cairn
に高性能のプロテクション機能を備えるべくMIPSと共同開発を進め、モデルチェンジしま
is being redesigned in collaboration with MIPS to provide even higher performance protection. Its hybrid structure of two types of hard shells makes it ultra-lightweight and highly ventilated
能を持ち、RECCOリフレクターも搭載。さらにあらゆる方向からの衝撃に耐えうるMipsを
it is equipped with MIPS that can withstand impacts from any direction, making it the ultimate model that is unstoppable.

Staff member　
Yukio Shirasuna

Recommendation:The SKI PRO SHOP Piste
helmet doesn't put pressure on the ears, making it easy to hear. It doesn't have the bulky feel typical of helmets, and the low center of gravity makes it less tiring to wear. It also looks sleek and cool. It would be even better if it came in an Asian fit.

Owner　
Kohei Takada

Recommend:Paddle Club Nagoya gloves
have a three-finger structure, but the inside is divided into five fingers, providing a firm grip and excellent functionality, while also offering outstanding warmth.

Staff member　
Yukio Shirasuna

Recommend:Ski Pro Shop Piste.
While its appearance suggests it's a breathable insulation, its thinness combined with its incredible warmth is truly astonishing! I'd
recommend it as backcountry insulation for conditions like light snow and strong winds, where you need a certain level of warmth while also being active.

　Store Manager　
Keisuke Eguchi

Recommend:the Fullmarks Hakuba store offers. The shoulder straps and frame are designed to fit the Japanese physique, so you won't feel the weight of your load and your movement while skiing won't be hindered, making it very comfortable. The waist harness also provides a snug fit, preventing your load from swaying from side to side.

Store Manager　
Toshihiro Yamasato

Recommend:Ishii Sports Niigata Store'srecommended size that comfortably fits all your essential gear plus a little extra. Excellent usability and durability.

Owner:　
Minoru Takanashi

Recommend:TOYRU
climbing skins are easy to use. They can be folded by sticking the adhesive surfaces together without using a sheet, making them easy to handle on snow. Climbing skins can be bulky on fat skis, but the flexible fabric makes them easy to store, which is another attractive feature. The adhesive surface is not sticky, so it does not leave any marks on the ski base and does not require much force to remove. Even if the adhesive strength weakens, it can be fixed with a dedicated cleaner.

Staff member　
, Hiroshi Shimane

Recommended byPeakperformance Osaka
This neck and head jacket protects exposed skin from wind and snow, and can also be used as a neck gaiter by lowering the head-covering portion.
This season's model is made with a merino wool blend to keep you comfortably warm at all times.

Staff member　
Norihiro Takahashi

Recommended bySKI SHOP JIRO
This garment protects exposed skin from wind and snow from the neck, face, and head, and can also be used as a neck gaiter by lowering the head-covering portion.
This season's model is made with a merino wool blend to keep you comfortably warm at all times.