Recommended Snowwear | 2023-24 Season Must-See! 20 Items with Highly Rated Reviews from Pro Shops

Clothing is a strong reflection of the trends of the year in terms of design, color, and material. That's why many people want to buy new clothing every season. When it comes to choosing clothing, there are as many options as there are stars in the sky, and the advice of pro shops, who combine their extensive accumulated knowledge with user feedback to compare and evaluate products from multiple angles, is persuasive. What kind of clothing are the masterpieces of the 2023-2024 season that discerning pro shops have selected from the vast number of items as "highly acclaimed"?　

Recommended snowwear for the 2023-2024 season

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Mountain Hardwear ｜ Boundary Ridge™ GORE-TEX Jacket & Bib

A snow jacket for hardcore snow riders who spend 100 days or more snowboarding

High-durability snow pants for hardcore snow users

The Boundary Ridge GORE-TEX Jacket & Bib touts itself as a "snow jacket for hardcore snow riders who spend 100 days or more snowboarding." The combination of 75-denier fabric and Gore withstands even the toughest conditions and extreme use. The GORE-TEX 3L waterproof and breathable shell with a lightly brushed lining provides excellent warmth and comfort.

Two large internal drop pockets for gloves, goggles, and skins, and articulated cuffs with adjustable Velcro tabs add to the rugged construction and attention to detail. The bib pants also offer ample storage—a kangaroo-style chest pocket, two Velcro cargo pockets, and two hand pockets—making them ideal for both mountain and slope use. The slightly wider, rugged silhouette appeals to gear lovers.

◆Official website: https://www.mountainhardwear.jp/

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Sweet Protection ｜ Crusader GORE-TEX Pro Jacket & Pants

It's perfect in every way! It's loose but has an elegant look, so it's perfect for people of all ages

◆Official website: https://sputnikshop.jp/collections/sweet-protection

With a simple yet stylish design, a slightly longer length, and an elegant silhouette, this garment is stress-free to wear while skiing. The iconic Sweet design is the slits on both sides of the jacket's hem. Even with the longer length, it won't snag when you move up and down or in the air, allowing you to concentrate on your skiing.

Made with 70-denier GTX-PRO material, it provides a firm, comfortable fit and a sense of security. Both the jacket and pants have large pockets, making them easy to wear even with gloves on. The large, easy-to-open ventilation makes them extremely useful on the mountain. The
attention to detail, with an emphasis on ease of use, is key. The cut, pocket placement, depth, and collar shape are impeccable. The loose yet elegant look makes this a piece suitable for all ages.

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MIZUNO｜FREE SKI SOLID PARKA & PANTS

"BREATH THERMO" keeps you warm inside your clothing, even when you're working hard, without getting cold from sweat

◆Official website: https://jpn.mizuno.com/

It's light and warm to wear! There are no seams around the shoulder blades, so your shoulders feel light. It also contains Mizuno's signature "BREATH THERMO" technology, so even when you're doing intense exercise, you won't get cold from sweat and it keeps you warm inside the garment. The design is simple, and it looks great when you match the top and bottom together!!

ARMADA｜GRANDS 3L JKT & EMMONS 3L BIB

Cost-effective 3L technical wear

◆Official website: https://armadaskis.jp/

This 3L technical wear uses ARMADA's original fabric and offers excellent cost performance. It is priced low because it does not use GORE® fabric, but it is still waterproof and breathable enough for mountain use. While most BC wear is slim, this is a thicker fit. If you like a freestyle look, this is the perfect choice

Goldwin｜GORE-TEX 3L Work Pocket Jacket & GORE-TEX 3L CargoBib

The relaxed silhouette makes it easy to move around in and is functional as well

◆Official website／ https://www.goldwin.co.jp/goldwin/ski/

The relaxed silhouette is perfect for active skiing. The upper body is free to move freely without any stress. The hood has a magnet to prevent it from flapping when not in use, and the collar is equipped with a fog vent to prevent goggles and sunglasses from fogging up. The pocket under the left chest is made of aerogel, an insulating material, to protect digital devices from the outside temperature

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ARMADA｜HAYDON 3L GORE TEX JKT & COVETED 3L GORE TEX BIB

ARMADA's flagship model with high functionality that allows for free movement in the mountains

◆Official website: https://armadaskis.jp/

ARMADA's flagship technical wear, made with trusted GORE-TEX. Crafted from three-layer GORE-TEX® fabric sewn together for a better fit and easier movement, this highly functional jacket allows for freedom of movement in the mountains. The

three-layer GORE-TEX® fabric, GORE Tricot Backer®, and YKK® AquaGuard® zipper keep out moisture and wind, even in harsh environments from strong winds to heavy snow. The GORE Tricot Backer® uses tricot fabric for the lining, making it soft and comfortable to wear. Functionality is also a key consideration down to the smallest details, including wrist gaiters, a helmet-compatible hood, ventilation, a zippered inner pocket, and a microfleece chin guard.

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Rab｜Khroma Diffuse GTX Jacket & Pants

The cutting is stress-free and excellent, allowing for the skater's unique movements

◆Official website／ https://www.landr.life/rabtop?page=3

While Khroma Diffuse GTX is a well-known outdoor brand known for its down jackets and sleeping bags, they also make solid skiwear. The Khroma Diffuse GTX ski/mountaineering shell is made with a three-layer GORE-TEX construction and 100% recycled materials. The materials and stitching are excellent, as well as the stress-free cut, which accommodates the unique movements of skiers, which are different from those used in mountaineering or climbing. Being

a British brand, the sizing is more suited to Japanese people than Scandinavian or North American brands. The slightly longer length and roomier silhouette are ideal for deep snow protection, making it a great choice for backcountry skiing and slopes. While the basics, such as ventilation and powder skirts, are of course included, the durable knee patches and other thoughtful details are evident throughout. Considering the construction, the price is also reasonable!

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Permanent Union｜Koval Jacket & Koval Bib Pants

A tough hard shell with the cool look of an apparel brand

◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/permanentunion/

It looks cool like an apparel brand, but it's actually a hard shell jacket used by guides

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NORRØNA｜LOFOTEN GORE-TEX PRO M's JACKET & PANTS

Perfect! Wear that can be used on all snowy mountains

◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/norrona/

These jackets and pants are a staple that's synonymous with NORRØNA, and they're flawless. Both the jacket and pants are made with GORE-TEX PRO. The jacket uses MOST BREATHABLE technology, which allows for quick release of internal moisture. The pants, which are more likely to rub against trees, rocks, and skis than the jacket, use MOST RUGGED technology, which prioritizes durability. The

jacket sleeves are also carefully cut. Many people find them a little long when trying them on, but they're actually just the right length when wearing gloves. The pants' hems are, of course, equipped with edge guards, but they're not just the usual outer fabric, as the lining is also reinforced for superior tear resistance. We believe these are perfect for all kinds of snowy mountain adventures. They're a huge hit in our store!
Available in six colors, our top pick is this season's new color, Classic Green/Everglade.

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Strafe｜NOMADO Bib

Climate-adjustable bib pants with excellent comfort and mobility

◆Official website: https://item.rakuten.co.jp/bdonlinestore/c/0000001252/

The event shell is soft and very easy to move in. It also has excellent stretch. Even though they're bib pants, the upper part of the pants is particularly stretchy, allowing for good perspiration escape when hiking. The soft material is great for backcountry hiking and skiing, allowing for unrestricted movement. I

also like the pockets, which are conveniently placed. There's even a small pocket inside the pocket, perfect for storing a cell phone, beacon, or other small items, making for a well-thought-out design. While you might not notice it from the outside, it's great that they've paid attention to these little details. These garments perform well not only on the slopes, but also in the backcountry and in harsh conditions.

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THE NORTH FACE｜RTG Hybrid GORETEX Jacket & Bib

The feel of the material and the feel of the garment make it more recommended than any other garment I've worn before

◆Official website／ https://www.goldwin.co.jp/tnf/

RTG GORE-TEX clothing, which uses a three-layer GOER-TEX Pro shell, is light and durable, with excellent waterproof performance and excellent breathability. This is the model I use regularly, and I find it very comfortable in the backcountry. As part of The North Face's top-of-the-line Summit Series, the material and feel of this garment are more recommended than any other garment I've worn before

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A high-end model from TNF that combines functionality and a cool look

The jacket features a three-layer Gore-Tex Pro construction, providing exceptional waterproof, breathable, and windproof performance. Its tight silhouette also creates a beautiful appearance. This is a high-end model from The North Face that combines functionality with a stylish look

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HOUDINI｜M's Rollercoaster Jacket & Bib Pants

The soft feel is simply the best

◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/houdini

It's soft and comfortable without the harshness of hard shells. It's simply the best. In addition to its stylish design, the pockets are also very convenient

ARC'TERYX | SABER JACKET

A high-quality jacket that is both durable and easy to move in

◆Official website: https://arcteryx.jp/

The jacket is made with 1N80p-X 3L Gore-Tex fabric, which not only makes it suitable for the harsh backcountry environment, but also allows for unrestricted movement thanks to its excellent three-dimensional cut, even when designed for layering. This high-quality jacket is both durable and easy to move in

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NORRØNA｜tamok Gore-Tex Paclite Anorak

Extremely light and supple to wear

◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/norrona/

The design is classic, but the silhouette isn't too large, and I like the slightly longer length. It's made with Gore-Tex Packlight, so it's very light and allows for easy arm movement. The fabric is a little thin, so with some layering during the harsh winter months, it should be comfortable enough to wear for a long season

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NORRØNA｜tamok Gore-Tex Pro Bib

There are no other bib pants with such a beautiful silhouette!

◆Official website: https://www.full-marks.com/norrona/

The silhouette is just so beautiful! You won't find any other bib pants that look this good

Starting this season, the membrane has been changed to Gore-Tex Performance Shell, the fabric is more flexible, and the silhouette has been changed to a slightly looser fit, making it lighter and easier to move around in. The pockets are not too big and are easy to use. The design is great, but the jacket is also roomy and deep around the chest and stomach, so it keeps snow out and is warm, which is another thing I like about it

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Teton Bros. ｜ Tsurugi Jacket & TB Pant

The model that made Teton Bros. famous is a masterpiece that tickles the hearts of users

◆Official website: https://www.teton-bros.com/

The appeal of Teton Bros. products is undoubtedly their "comfort." They also have a tireless pursuit of new products (repeated updates) and a high level of design that can withstand everyday use around town. And the sizing, tailored to the Japanese body shape, is something I'd love for all skiers to experience! Incidentally, the Tsurugi anniversary year that made Teton Bros. famous is also a big one, so the manufacturer may or may not have been thinking about a lot of things... It's functional, looks good, and appeals to the user, so I think it's a source of pride for Japan to have such a domestic brand

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ARMADA | Utility 2L INS Jacket

Phil Casaubon's signature model with a military design

ARMADA | Team Issue 2L Pant

The extra-thick pants that all freeskiers covet are back!

◆Official website: https://armadaskis.jp/

The 2023-2024 ARMADA season is a perfect example of a return to basics, and one thing we'd like you to pay particular attention to is the silhouette of the "Team Issue 2L Pant." The extra-thick pants that all freeskiers covet are back!

When ARMADA clothing first hit Japan, both the jacket and pants had large, wide silhouettes. However, despite users' hopes, "large, wide" silhouettes were eliminated from the market, and users seeking a wider fit had to resort to drastic measures such as going up a size with a belt or suspenders... This will be resolved with the 2023-2024 ARMADA season! So, we encourage you to try these out and check out the silhouette and length!

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Haglöfs｜Vassi GTX Jacket Men & Vassi GTX Pant Men

Anyone can wear it and look stylish. Try it on and you'll see the cool silhouette

◆Official website: https://haglofs.jp/

Haglöfs IS BACK!! Haglöfs is finally back! This
is clothing that will make anyone look stylish. Made with GORE-TEX, it's safe to wear even in the backcountry! People often say that GORE-TEX clothing doesn't have many pockets, but this jacket has a chest pocket as well as gusseted handwarmer pockets, making it perfect for those who don't often venture into the backcountry but mainly hit the slopes! It's hard to tell from the catalog or photos, but when you try it on, the silhouette is incredibly cool! This time, we're recommending the Tarn Blue and Olive colors, but the other colors are also great, so we hope you'll come and see them in store!

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Haglöfs | Vassi GTX Pro Jacket & Vassi GTX Pro Bib

A piece that realizes all the necessary elements of BC at a high level

◆Official website: https://haglofs.jp/

It has a moderately loose silhouette, a lightweight 40-denier outer fabric that allows for easy movement, excellent pocket positioning and angle, Scandinavian-inspired coloring, large-capacity hand pockets, and a snow skirt, providing all the essential elements of a BC at a high level

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Constructed with the latest-generation 40D GORE-TEX Pro, this is the ultimate backcountry garment. Skiwear developed by outdoor brands typically tends to be simple, with minimal pocket count and stitching. However, this garment features two separate pockets on each side of the chest, large, convenient gusseted pockets on both sides of the lower back, mesh pockets on both sides of the inside, and a pass pocket on one sleeve—a total of seven pockets on the jacket alone.

The bib pants also feature a large chest pocket for an avalanche transceiver and gusseted pockets on both sides of the thighs. What I personally like most is the perfect cut that perfectly accommodates the large movements you'll make while skiing or snowboarding, and the sophisticated silhouette that's unusual for an outdoor brand. This is especially noticeable when skiing on the slopes without a backpack.

While the GTX Pro's high performance and breathability may make you feel a little cold when you're not used to it, pairing it with bib pants will eliminate that. The ventilation that doesn't interfere with your backpack is convenient, and of course, it comes with a powder skirt.