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The Outdoor Journal is an international active lifestyle and adventure magazine. We're based in Bould The Outdoor Journal is a call to action.

The Outdoor Journal is a magazine, with true stories from adventurers and travelers all over the world. It is a website, with news from unreported regions and stories not told. It is videos of adventures, and expeditions to places that still have room for first descents and ascents. It is events, bringing together communities of enthusiasts and believers. It is a reviews platform, enabling travele

rs to make better decisions about their next adventure. It is a global network of individuals who believe in something greater than their selves. We believe in clean air and blue skies. We believe in unpolluted rivers and plastic-free oceans, in pristine rainforests, clean beaches, green hills and open grasslands. We believe in living sustainable, ethical lives, in respect of the planet that has always provided for us. We believe in one Earth, with no nationalities and invented borders. We believe in saving whales and sharks, tigers and orangutans, bears, bees, baobabs and blackwoods. We believe in saving forests and wilderness areas instead of destroying nature for short-term material gain. We believe the only way to do this, the only way we can survive as a species, is to make people want something different. We believe we need to change consumption patterns and growth models in developing countries. We believe in influencing new generations of humans across the planet, and make them want something other than what mainstream media makes them believe they should spend their money on. We understand that it will take a long time and be a difficult battle. We hope to achieve it by glamorizing and enabling a better lifestyle choice for billions of people across the planet. We believe we can do it by building a highly successful, massively scalable 21st century startup business around a global, growing community of enlightened adventure travelers and outdoor sport enthusiasts, and leveraging that force when the time is right. Also on:

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14/03/2026

Japan is a total foodie paradise! But our tour didn’t stop at dining; we went behind the scenes to see how some of the world’s finest delicacies are made.

KIRISHIMA SHUZO’s shōchū is one of the best-selling in the world (it’s even been served at the Oscars!). Tour the KIRISHIMA SHUZO factory to see the process firsthand, followed by a delicious sampling of this Japanese spirit.

📍 885-0093 Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture, 5480, Japan

In Ibusuki City, you can take the Katsuobushi Factory Tour to see how world-famous Japanese dried bonito, or katsuobushi (fish flakes) are made. Enter a -50°C freezer where the fish are stored, and then head outside to grind some flakes yourself!

📍891-0501 Yamagawashineicho, Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture, ９−9, Japan

There’s an art to green tea! At Wakohen—one of Japan’s largest tea companies—you can sample some of the country’s finest teas and then master the roasting and brewing techniques yourself.

📍 1203-7, Ariake-cho Harada, Shibushi City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 899-7511, Japan

Supported by the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

13/03/2026

After his visit to Tokyo, Owen visited the prefectures of Miyazaki and Kagoshima on the island of Kyushu, stepping into a quieter, older side of Japan.

✈️ Pro Tip: We flew with Japan Airlines from Tokyo to Kyushu. Fast, clean, affordable flights, and we were even treated to more views of Mt. Fuji!

First stop was the spectacular deep Takachiho Gorge. Forget the well-known viewpoints—we found a remote section by paddling in on packrafts, portable rubber boats that can be inflated with air, with .takachiho. This private tour took us to a secret waterfall accessible only by water!

📍SECRET! Book with .takachiho to Find Out!

We then witnessed the magic of Takachiho Kagura, an ancient Shinto dancing ritual performed at Takachiho shrine. A truly unforgettable experience—and yes, the local deity ate my head (apparently it’s good luck!).

📍1037 Mitai, Takachiho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki 882-1101, Japan

Don’t miss the serene Manai Falls, one of Japan’s most beautiful waterfalls. Stroll alongside the dramatic columnar basalt gorge, or for the closest view, rent a rowboat and paddle right up to the falls!

📍967-1 Mitai, Takachiho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki 882-1101, Japan

The Amaterasu Railway offers sky-high thrills, running across Japan’s highest railroad bridge (345ft!) in an open-car. The views of the surrounding valley are epic—not to mention the conductors blowing thousands of bubbles into the air around you.

📍 1425-1 Mitai, Takachiho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki 882-1101, Japan

Later on our trip, we stopped at Ogawa Falls—another pristine waterfall to add to your list, as well as Shinto shrines, a highly active volcano, and more. Don’t miss the upcoming article to learn about the full adventure, and how to book these tours yourself!

Supported by the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

11/03/2026

Our editor-at-large, Owen Clarke, recently explored the incredible mix of timeless tradition and cutting-edge innovation in Japan, thanks to the support of the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau. The full story is coming soon, but here are some must-see highlights from the first part of the trip.

We kicked off our adventure with a beautifully grounded start at Kinryu-ji Temple. Think traditional zazen meditation, serene calligraphy, and a perfect matcha tea ceremony—the ultimate introduction to Zen Buddhism.

📍2-10-4 Kotobuki, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Next, we soared 751.312 feet above the world’s busiest pedestrian intersection at the SHIBUYA SCRAMBLE SQUARE observation facility. The views from SHIBUYA SKY are absolutely sublime, and yes, you can even spot the majestic Mt. Fuji!

📍SHIBUYA SCRAMBLE SQUARE, 14th, 45th, 46th Floors & Rooftop,2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Finally, we unleashed our inner rhythm at TAIKO-LAB! Taiko is a traditional Japanese art form, an intense, high-energy experience with giant drums, vigorous choreography, and a whole lot of exhilarating shouting. Don’t miss it!

📍 Daiwa Aoyama B1, 3-1-30 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Supported by the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

29/01/2026

has crossed the Sahara on foot. He’s run through the Atacama. He’s skied to the North Pole and led expeditions across the high Arctic. By most measures, his life reads like a list of extremes.

After six months of chemotherapy for blood cancer, his relationship with training has changed.

Now, training is no longer about preparing for the next crossing. It’s about pushing the future farther away. Strength becomes insurance. Consistency becomes hope. “I’m motivated by longevity,” Ray says. “Project or no project.”

Listen to Ray and Davey discuss what endurance looks like when the goal isn’t performance, but rather staying well enough to keep living fully, adventuring deeply, and showing up for the people who matter most.

🎙️ Hear the full conversation on The Outdoor Journal Podcast

📖 Read ‘At the Edge of the Map with Ray Zahab’ on our website

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15/01/2026

What would active fatherhood looks like in 2026? According to TOJ editorDavey Braun, it involves fewer sidelines, and a lot more movement.

“What trend do I predict for 2026? Seeing more active dads wearing specialized Swimrun wetsuits on holiday. Not just swimming and running, but also just ‘dadding’ in general.

I’m at Pammukale, Turkey with my family in wintry January conditions. Last year In these conditions, I could probably manage a quick cold plunge. But with my new Hyperlight swimrun wetsuit by , I’m staying warm and active for longer - making a day with the kids into a long endurance training session.

I can drive from the hotel to this UNESCO ancient spa city comfortably with my suit already zipped up. I can carry my 3-year-old on my shoulders from the car park to the travertine pools and I can sprint to the car and back when I realize that I forgot the kids dry clothes in the trunk, while the other dads in puffy coats watch me fly past in envy.

The Sumapro Hyperlight powers up dads for a family excursion no matter the conditions.
Finally, with this streamlined design, this travel hack will catch on.”

(Davey requested this suit for the opportunity to write this honest review)

13/01/2026

In Rakchham, Bernd Zangerl isn’t just talking about boulders, he’s talking about responsibility. The Rakchham Bouldering Festival was shaped by a long-term vision where climbing adapts to the landscape, not the other way around.

The festival offers a glimpse of a different future for climbing, one shaped by community, ecology, and intention.

Find more about the Rakchham Bouldering Festival in “Rakchham: A Love Letter to Bouldering in India” by Dhillan Chandramowli. Link in Bio.

06/01/2026

What does “off-season” really mean when the right gear comes along?

TOJ editor Davey Braun shares a field note from the Turkish coast, testing the Hyperlight Swimrun Wetsuit while traveling light:

“I’m traveling through several coastal areas of Turkey between Christmas and New Years in what is customarily known as the off-season. But with the Sumarpo Hyperlight Swimrun Wetsuit, there is no such thing as the off-season.

With this versatile shortie, I can flip off our hired boat to snorkel a sunken WWII tank and have the whole bay to myself.

On our 12 day trip, I’m sharing a carryon bag with my 3-year-old, so every layer matters. There’s no way I’d even consider taking my full wetsuit on this trip. It’s too expensive and too fragile. It takes me 10 minutes to put on properly with dainty gloves. It would take up too much space and come home riddled with tears.

The Sumarpo Hyperlight takes up about as much space as a sweatshirt and goes on in 10 seconds without any worry of fingernail rips.

Am I the only dad who’s in on this travel hack?

Sumarpo turns the off-season into summer.

And the design looks great.”

Subscribe to The Outdoor Journal to see why every dad needs one.

(Davey requested this suit for the opportunity to write this honest review)

03/01/2026

“Imagine you find a 25-foot boulder, with a potentially great line. However, there’s a tree stump, which makes the landing slightly unsafe. Do you choose not to climb the line, or cut the stump to make it safer?

In many parts of the world, the stump would be cut and logs would be used to build a safe landing. Eventually, the boulder and area itself simply becomes an outdoor climbing gym. In some places, Bluetooth speakers are brought out, music is blasted, cigarette butts are left behind and climbers become nature’s new colonizers.”

In his love letter to bouldering in India, explores what happens when climbers choose to adapt themselves to the landscape rather than reshape it.

Set in a remote Himalayan village where bouldering, ecology, and local governance are inseparable, the story traces a different model for how climbing can arrive in a place.

At its center is the Rakchham Bouldering Festival, shaped by a long-term vision that prioritizes land, community, and restraint over rapid growth.

Read the full article on The Outdoor Journal. Link in bio.

Image Credit: Kalpa Bhuyan and Ray Demski

30/12/2025

What does an editor at The Outdoor Journal wish for at Christmas time? A wetsuit upgrade! TOJ editor Davey Braun shares his thoughts on his upgrade.

“Considering that my latest article is about suing the Spanish government to enforce sustainable fishing practices, it only makes sense to dig deeper into which wetsuit brand is making ecological choices. The Hyperlight Swimrun Wetsuit is made from 100% limestone neoprene (not petroleum), water-based adhesives (not chemicals) and recycled linings.

What’s more, Sumarpo’s new sharp design is high-end yet minimalistic. Gone are the days of embarrassing the rest of the family in my neon orange, first-generation suit (from Decathlon).

On my first swim in 16*C water, it kept me surprisingly warm considering how light and flexible the materials feel.

Since I live in Southern Spain, I’ll be able to train all winter until my race in Sweden this summer.
Stay tuned to learn why every dad needs one.”

(Davey requested this suit for the opportunity to write this honest review)

22/12/2025

Protection on paper does not always mean protection in practice.

Marine protected areas exist to safeguard fragile ecosystems. And yet, some of them are still being scraped clean by industrial fishing nets.

In our latest podcast episode with , marine lawyers John Condon and Francesco Maletto unpack why protected waters in Spain are still being trawled and what it will take to change that.

A conversation about law, conservation, accountability, and the ecosystems we stand to lose if nothing changes.

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📖 Read the full article on outdoorjournal.com.

Follow us for more stories like this, subscribe to The Outdoor Journal, and read the full article on our site. Link in bio.

09/12/2025

https://www.outdoorjournal.com/the-coolest-outdoor-tech-youll-see-in-2026/Slush is an annual start-up and tech event that takes place in Helsinki, Finland. This year’s Slush has brought together over 6000 start-up founders and fund managers and over €4 trillion of funds dedicated entirely to early-stage innovation.

In addition to interviewing the only dirtbag climber–VC he has ever known, AP also tested, handled, and met the teams behind the gadgets shaping the outdoor world in 2026. Here are the five coolest pieces of (outdoor) tech you’ll see this coming year:

E-Skimo - electrically assisted skis that make uphill travel feel like riding an e-bike.
Provuu - AR-enhanced goggles designed to “see through” white-out conditions.
Watchibia - a smartwatch strap that upgrades your classic mechanical watch.
Onego Bio - lab-made egg white protein that may transform how we think about food sustainability.
IXI Eyewear - the world’s first autofocus eyeglasses for everyday life.

From climate-conscious biotech to next-gen alpine gear, these startups represent the frontier where deep tech meets the outdoors.

Head over to The Outdoor Journal to read the full article and detailed reviews. And tune in to The Outdoor Journal podcast to watch/listen to the full interview with Juho Risku! Links below!

https://www.outdoorjournal.com/the-coolest-outdoor-tech-youll-see-in-2026/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wgp_EYkjY8&t=155s

01/12/2025

Startup founder. Mountaineer. Ice climber.

What connects them? Juhu Risku says it is the same thing that gets you up a frozen face in the Himalayas and through years of building a company: the willingness to suffer for something meaningful.

A conversation from Helsinki’s SLUSH tech event about climbing, startups, risks, and pushing on.

Follow and subscribe to The Outdoor Journal Podcast for more stories. Link in Bio.

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