When we talk about the upper echelons of family-owned businesses, Snow Peak has to be part of the equation. Founded in 1958, it began life as a passion project for accomplished mountaineer Yukio Yamai whose designs were informed by a life lived in Japan’s wild Niigata Prefecture. Since the late ‘50s, Snow Peak has represented a higher level in style and quality in the outdoor gear arena, and, still run by the Yamai family, has no intention of changing any time soon.
While the outdoors remains a primary focus, more recent generations of the Yamai family have shaped the label to fit a more contemporary mold. Straddling lifestyle and performance is no easy feat, but thanks to cutting-edge design and a string of collaborations with labels like New Balance and Tokyo Design Studio, Snow Peak jackets, accessories, and even tents rank as highly with streetwear experts as they do with top-flight athletes and explorers. To exhibit the true, wild diversity of Snow Peak, we put together some of our favorite pieces from the legendary label.
Shop some of the best bits from Snow Peak below.
Snow Peak Apparel
Thermal Boa Fleece Jacket
Thermal Boa Fleece Jacket
Snow Peak
A pared-back, natural color palette makes way for a host of perfect detailing to make the Thermal Boa Fleece Jacket one of the best on the market. Perfect for the transitional months with plenty of pocket space and lightweight insulation.
Proof Canvas Vest
Proof Canvas Vest
Snow Peak
Part wearable bag, part futuristic layering piece, the Proof Canvas Vest is cut from a cotton-nylon blend and features a button fastening to each side.
Printed Flexible Insulated Shirt
Printed Flexible Insulated Shirt
Snow Peak
Another godsend as we move into the transitional months, the insulated shirt is for those in-between days. A hypnotic painted pattern rounds out the strong graphic element of this functional piece.
Flexible Insulated Pants
Flexible Insulated Pants
Snow Peak
Padded insulation for the torso is good, but padded insulation for the legs takes things up a notch. Not only is this pair of insulated pants super comfortable, it has a distinctive techy style, too.
Fire Resistant Short
Fire Resistant Short
Snow Peak
Fire-resistant shorts because not all camping trips go to plan...
Snow Peak Gear
Amenity Dome S
Amenity Dome S
Snow Peak
Escaping to the countryside has never been so attractive. Snow Peak’s Amenity Dome sleeps two people and has been through rigorous testing to ensure it withstands all weather conditions.
Mini Hozuki Lantern
Mini Hozuki Lantern
Snow Peak
Camping lights tend to be all or nothing, they’re either completely useless or blindingly bright mosquito magnets. Snow Peak’s Mini Hozuki Lantern features a misted shade for candle-like warmth.
Single Action Low Table
Single Action Low Table
Snow Peak
For those of us not lucky enough to have knees made of steel, this Snow Peak table means you needn't spend your whole expedition on the floor.
Titanium Fork & Spoon Set
Titanium Fork & Spoon Set
Snow Peak
Snow Peak cutlery is a real flex. This spoon & fork set is made of brushed titanium for a no-fuss finish. Pack them away in their branded bag and you’re good to go until you make your next camp.
Titanium Single Cup 450
Titanium Single Cup 450
Snow Peak
Mug game crazy. This Snow Peak mug is an all-around all-star thanks to its crazy durability. Purple-finish titanium can withstand super-high temperatures so you’re fine to put this straight on your campfire or gas heater.
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