This is Yama-Otoko from Matsumoto City.
 
 
 
This time, under the dreamy premise of “What if the budget were unlimited?“, I researched the ultimate mountaineering gear and mountain-oriented items.
 
 
I’m sure many of you have experienced thinking, “I want this! …but it’s so expensive!” and then giving up.
 
 
This time, we’ll completely ignore such hesitation and second thoughts!
 
 
Because the budget is unlimited (at least in imagination, lol).
 
 
I picked out top-tier mountaineering gear that excels in both functionality and design.
 
*As of 2024.*
*Chosen from highly rated, frequently reviewed mountaineering gear on Amazon.*
 
 
It’s packed with gear not only for mountaineering, but also for camping and disaster preparedness.
 
 
If something catches your eye, maybe it’s okay to hit “buy” after a drink or two!
 
 
 
 
This blog post is one I’m genuinely excited to put together.
 
 
Indeed, some mountaineering gear can be extremely expensive when viewed only from that perspective.
 
 
However, it’s not like buying a brand-new luxury car—most high-priced mountaineering gear is still within reach if you really want to buy it, isn’t it?
 
 
Also, instead of upgrading every single piece of gear, you could go for the “one luxurious item” approach.
 
 
For example, just using the same camera as a professional mountain photographer.
 
 
As for me, there’s a good chance I might actually buy some of the mountaineering gear introduced here, lol.
 
 
 
 
 

*About Purchasing Hiking Gear

The hiking gear introduced in this blog post is, in most cases, only available through the links to Japanese online shops provided within this blog post.
 
 
For example, they are likely not available on Amazon in the United States.
 
 
The links in this blog post direct to Amazon Japan.
 
 
By clicking the Amazon links in this blog post and changing the language display on the product page, you can make your purchase more smoothly. (For example, you can switch to English or Chinese.)
 
 
If you scroll to the bottom of the product page, you will find a section that says “日本語” (Japanese). By changing this setting, you can switch the display language from Japanese to English or Chinese.
 
 
 
 
 

*About Forwarding Services for Receiving Japanese Products Overseas

If you live outside of Japan and wish to purchase hiking gear through the Amazon links in this blog, you can smoothly receive the items at your home by using a Japanese forwarding service like the one below.
 
 
Recommended forwarding service
→ https://www.tenso.com/en
 
 
If you cannot access the above site, please search with keywords such as “Amazon forwarding service” and choose a forwarding company that suits your needs.
 
 
To purchase hiking gear smoothly, please make full use of these services.
 
 
 
 
 
So, here comes the introduction of the ultimate mountaineering gear!
 
 
 
 
 

Tent

Hilleberg Tent Staika

 
 
The Staika belongs to Hilleberg’s Black Label line.
 
 
The Black Label category combines comfort and ease of use.
 
 
If you demand durability that can handle any season, Black Label is the best choice.
 
 
Black Label tents are built to handle all terrains and weather—from mild to extreme.
 
 
They’re capable of withstanding exposed ridgelines, high altitudes above the tree line, heavy snow, deserts, sandy beaches, and more.
 
 
It’s said to be used by professional mountaineers and explorers.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Mirrorless Camera

Sony α7R V

A mirrorless camera also used by professional mountain photographers.
 
It also enables ultra-high-resolution video shooting.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

DSLR Camera

Nikon D850

A DSLR camera used by professional mountain photographers.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Camera Lens

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM

A lens compatible with the “Sony α7R V” introduced above.
 
 

 
 
 
 

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR

A lens compatible with the “Nikon D850” introduced above.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Trekking Poles

LEKI Ultratrail FX.One

An ultra pole designed for speed hiking and trail running.
 
 
These poles strike an excellent balance between light weight and durability, and are used by top trail runners.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Watch

Garmin fenix 8

A design suitable for both mountaineering and business use.
 
 
Garmin’s flagship GPS model.
 
 
“Flagship” means the top and representative product of a brand or company.
 
 
The fenix 8 features solar charging technology, enabling long battery life.
 
 
Its 5th-generation optical heart rate sensor measures precise vital data (such as heart rate).
 
 
It includes all functions across Garmin’s categories (running, golf, outdoor, healthcare).
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Sleeping Bag

OMM Mountain Raid 160

A sleeping bag made of material resistant to water and dirt.
 
 
Lightweight and compact to carry, yet excellent in insulation.
 
 
Specifications:
Total weight: 450g
Length: 195cm
Packed size: 22 x 15 cm
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Sleeping Pad (Mat)

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT

A pad boasting an outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio.
 
 
It’s lightweight and compact, yet provides high thermal insulation.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Headlamp

Ledlenser H19R Core Waterproof LED Headlamp

Beam distance: 300m.
 
Brightness: 3500 lumens.
 
Almost as bright as a car’s headlights.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Water Filter

MSR Guardian

A cutting-edge water purifier developed jointly by the US military and MSR.
 
Filter lifespan: 10,000L.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

GPS

GARMIN GPSMAP 67i

With satellite communication covering 100% of the globe, you can send and receive messages anywhere on Earth.
*Subscription required.*
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Drone

DJI Mavic 3 Pro

A drone that flew above Mt. Everest. (Though it might have been a special version for Everest.)
 
It lets you capture footage of the summit or ridgelines from the sky.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Video Camera

GoPro MAX 360

The well-known waterproof action camera.
 
Comes with a 50-piece accessory kit.
 
When it comes to recording mountaineering videos, GoPro is the go-to choice.
 
Of course, it works great for everyday shooting too.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Binoculars

Zeiss 8×42 Victory SF

Waterproof binoculars.
 
Imagine gazing at surrounding mountains from the summit with the finest binoculars.
 
Popular among birdwatchers, tour guides, nature observers, and hunters.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Multitool

Leatherman MUT Tactical Multitool

A multitool developed at the request of the US military.
 
It seems to lean more toward military use than strictly outdoor or mountaineering use.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Solar Panel & Portable Power Station

AFERIY 2400 Portable Power Station with 400W Solar Panel

You can store electricity collected during the day from the solar panel into the portable power station.
 
The solar panel is foldable.
 
The power station can even handle an electric kettle, making it useful for car camping too.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Lantern

Prism Rechargeable Mobile LED Lantern

6000 lumens, with continuous lighting from 8 to 80 hours.
 
At about 942g, it might be a bit heavy for mountaineering.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Radio

Sony PLL Synthesizer Radio SRF-T355

Supports FM/AM bands. Easy station selection by button, large screen displaying station names, and business card-sized compactness.
↑ Quoted from SONY’s official website.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Book (Kindle)

New Kindle Paperwhite (16GB)

Perfect for reading in the mountains.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Support/Compression Tights

CW-X Stabilyx Tights

Tights combining the benefits of compression and kinesiology tape.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

The Most Expensive Mountain-Related Items (Bonus)

While creating this blog post, I ended up touching on a lot of high-priced mountaineering gear.
 
So I looked up some of the most expensive mountain-related items out there.
 
 
 
 
 

Flashlight

Imalent MS18
 
 
Said to be one of the most powerful LED flashlights in the world.
 
Ultra-high brightness: 100,000 lumens.
 
Beam distance: 1350 meters.
 
Too large for normal mountaineering use…
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Painting

Landscape Painting
 
 
If I find a painting of Mt. Yari that I really like, I might just buy it.
 

 
 
I’m sure there are even more expensive mountain-related items out there.
 
 
 
 
 

Conclusion

That was my introduction to “high-performance mountaineering gear and mountain-use items.”
 
 
Tent: Hilleberg Staika
 
Trekking Poles: LEKI Ultratrail FX.One
 
Sleeping Pad: Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT
 
Headlamp: Ledlenser H19R Core
 
Water Filter: MSR Guardian
 
Watch: Garmin fenix 8
 
GPS: Garmin GPSMAP 67i
 
Mirrorless Camera: Sony α7R V
 
DSLR Camera: Nikon D850
 
Lens: Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM
 
Lens: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR
 
Drone: DJI Mavic 3 Pro
 
Video Camera: GoPro MAX 360
 
Binoculars: Zeiss 8×42 Victory SF
 
Multitool: Leatherman MUT
 
Solar & Power Station: AFERIY 2400 + Solar Panel 400W
 
Lantern: Prism LED Lantern
 
Radio: Sony SRF-T355
 
Book: Kindle
 
Tights: CW-X Stabilyx
 
 
 
This blog post was one I created with genuine excitement.
 
High-performance mountaineering gear can be used not only for climbing but also for camping and everyday life.
 
And some gear can even be relied upon during disasters.
 
Maybe hitting “buy” with a little help from alcohol isn’t such a bad idea after all, lol.
 
 
 
See you again in the next mountain talk!
 
 
 
 
 
Here is a full list of “Mount Fuji goods (artworks, crafts, and more)”.
 
 
 
 
 
“Mount Fuji for Climbing”—Read blog posts about climbing Mount Fuji here.