The free magazine "NIMBUS" has launched and will begin distribution at ski and snowboard shops nationwide from October 31st

The free magazine "NIMBUS" #1 (100 pages/free) will begin distribution to ski and snowboard shops nationwide starting October 31st, 2026 (Saturday). This issue compiles the various attractions of skiing and snowboarding, focusing on the backcountry scene

What's NIMBUS?

"NIMBUS" refers to nimbostratus clouds that bring abundant snow, and the halo of light that illuminates the sacred. This new free magazine delivers "stories" that inspire excitement for the snow-covered mountains and "wisdom" that you should keep in mind when skiing. The theme of the inaugural issue is "Transcending." This issue weaves together stories of people stepping beyond conventional thinking, such as timeless legends, pushing one's own limits, venturing from the ski resort into the backcountry, and people heading to the snow-covered mountains beyond established customs. Drop into this new magazine, just like skiing down a slope no one else has skied

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CONTENTS

The Lines and Legacy of Jeremy Jones | The Lines Jeremy Jones Leaves Behind and What He Carries on to the Next Generation

Jeremy Jones has been an influential figure in the snowboarding scene for 40 years, and the lesson he learned from the mountains is that "the mountains are a classroom no one can graduate from." And now, he has that lesson etched into the cuffs of his snowboarding gear. Let's explore the wisdom of backcountry snowboarding by following his story

Andrzej Bargiel Skis the Eight-Thousanders | The Man Who Skied Everest Andrzej Bargiel

Standing on the summit of an 8,000-meter peak without an oxygen tank and skiing down it—this is the story of Andrzej Bargiel, the mountain skier who achieved historic descents on Everest and K2. We delve into his unprecedented journey and philosophy

The impenetrable treacherous point of return

An interview with pioneer Tomohiro Shakawa | The allure of the Fuki no Ken (Fuki) -
Four people who skied the Fuki course

Mattias Fredriksson is a photographer whose work has graced the covers of 569 outdoor magazines

For over 30 years, Mattias Fredriksson, a Swedish photographer, has provided his work for the covers of ski magazines around the world. From the early days of freeskiing to the present day, he has continuously captured the top scenes. In this interview, he traces the thoughts and techniques embedded in his timeless photographs, in his own words

GATEWAY: Think for yourself and interpret the mountains. | Q&A-style snow mountain thinking method

Are you venturing into the backcountry based solely on vague, intuition-based experience? Actions that have only been successful so far can sometimes lead to serious accidents. What we aim for is the ability to think for yourself and take responsibility for your own decisions. How do you interpret the terrain and snow conditions on site, and how do you communicate frankly with your companions? Guide Yusuke Hirota showed us practical decision-making techniques for enjoying the best run

TAKAHARU NAKAI: Continuing to slide, towards the future

Takaharu Nakai, a professional snowboarder who has maintained his style for over 25 years, has launched a new brand called "NAGARE STIX."
Photographer Sho Nakata, who has spent most of his professional career with Nakai, unravels the story behind the brand's creation.

COLUMN | What it means to continue skiing throughout one's life - Akira Sasaki

THE TRANSITION

Inside the Backpack

OMAMORI

To Nippon's NIMBUS |THE TRANSITION 04: I tried creating a garage ski brand.

Photo Gallery

Photographers:
Johann
Takuya Nishinaka,
Kage
Perly
, Yoshiro Higai,
Ryan Creary
, Gaku Harada

BACK COUNTRY GUIDE | Backcountry Guide Club Information 26 – 27

Distribution destination

Media overview

Published October 31, 2026 | Free Magazine
NIMBUS
Published by: Cast Inc.
112-0014　
, Japan
Tel. 03-3266-5053
www.cast-inc.co.jp

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