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Niseko Backcountry Ski Rental: Touring Gear and What to Arrange Separately
Before renting touring skis and climbing skins in Niseko, check which guiding, safety gear and insurance you need to arrange separately from the included equipment.
Hiking the Japanese Alps: Rent Gear for Your Mountain Hut Stay
If you are planning a stay at a mountain lodge in the Japanese Alps, compare hiking gear rentals, including down jackets. We have organized the configuration check, day-in delivery, store pickup, and return schedules.
Camping in Japan: Choose Your Sleeping and Living Space
Relax under a tarp next to the tent, use the living area of a two-room tent, or rent cooking gear as well? This guide groups Hinata camping rentals by space and group size, and covers on-site pickup, seasonal contents and what to bring yourself.
Festival Camping in Japan: Rent Your Overnight Gear and Travel Light
Prepare for a trip where you can relax in a tent after enjoying the performance. We have compared Hinata Festival camping sets based on the number of people and season, and organized on-site campsite pickup, separate accommodation reservations, batteries, supplies, and return.
Snow Play in Japan: Rent Winter Clothing Locally
Going on a snow play trip with your child, or want to pack lighter for a winter trip to Japan? Compare winter clothing rentals. Here is what Soranoshita's adult snowboard wear and kids' snow play sets include, how to check sizes, and how shipping and returns work.
Rent Your Mt. Fuji Hiking Essentials: From Boots to Backpacks
If you are preparing to climb Mt. Fuji, compare equipment rentals that allow you to pack hiking boots, a backpack, and a raincoat all at once. We have summarized the differences between the 7-piece set for first ascents from Soranoshita, the 12-piece full adult gear set, the 7-piece kids' set, and the 6-piece general beginner hiking set, along with the pickup and return schedules.
Family Camping in Japan with Less Luggage: Tent and Sleeping Bag Rental
If you want to add a camping day to your family trip to Japan, compare local equipment rentals instead of packing your tent and sleeping bag on the plane. We have summarized the selection criteria for the Soranoshita Family Camp Set, the tent-free set, and the summer/fest set, as well as delivery and in-store pickup options.
Solo Camping in Japan: Pick Up Your Gear at the Campground
If you are going on a solo camping trip to Japan, think about the time you will spend at the site before your luggage. We have compared the new Hinata 1-person camping set and the 1-person comprehensive set, and organized everything from on-site pickup to seasonal configurations and separate supplies.
Your First Camping Trip in Japan: Campground Gear Rental for Friends and Families
Compare Hinata beginner camping sets and plan campground pickup, seasonal equipment, personal supplies and returns.