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Each review reads one product from the maker's official numbers. 59 in all, listed newest first within each type of gear. New releases can also be found in the release calendar.

Tents (15)Sleeping bags (6)Sleeping pads (2)Lanterns (3)Tables & chairs (10)Cookware (4)Tableware & cutlery (2)Coolers (2)Tarps (1)Fire pits (3)BBQ grills (2)Gas stoves (3)Water jugs (1)Wagons & containers (3)Trash boxes (1)Kids' gear (1)

Tent Reviews

Sabbatical RYNEL-2 reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Sabbatical RYNEL-2Sabbatical RYNEL-2 reviewRelease date, price and how it differs from RYNEL-1. The Sabbatical RYNEL-2 is my pick of 2-person tents for people who camp by train or bus or have a walk to the site. Released Apr 3, 2026, JPY 51,700 incl. tax, total weight 1,630g. It is 170g heavier than RYNEL-1.Solo camping / Oct 18, 2026

Sabbatical Switchback reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Sabbatical SwitchbackSabbatical Switchback reviewRelease date and how it differs from the Dee Crest. The Sabbatical Switchback is my pick for a family of four or a group of friends traveling in a compact car. Released Apr 3, 2026, JPY 59,400 incl. tax. It comes with a 4-person inner tent and weighs 5.7kg in total.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

WAQ AIR VISTA reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): WAQ AIR VISTAWAQ AIR VISTA reviewRelease date, price and the space of a big inflatable shelter. The WAQ AIR VISTA is my pick for families and groups of 4–6 who want to gather under one big roof. Released Apr 15, 2026, JPY 99,000 incl. tax. An inflatable shelter of about 560×380cm that sets up in about 10 minutes.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

LOGOS Air Magic W Cross Dome M ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Air Magic W Cross Dome MLOGOS Air Magic W Cross Dome M ReviewRelease date and about 5 minutes to pitch. The LOGOS Air Magic W Cross Dome M is my pick of air tents for families of 3-4 with small children. On sale in order from Aug 27, 2026 for JPY 74,800 incl. tax. About 8.0kg, about 5 minutes to pitch.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Coleman 50 Limited Cocoon III ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Coleman 50 Limited Cocoon IIIColeman 50 Limited Cocoon III ReviewRelease date and how it differs from the standard model. The Coleman 50 Limited Cocoon III is my pick of 2-room tents for two adults and 2-3 children. On sale in order from Sep 11, 2026 for JPY 199,290 incl. tax. Black color and a limited logo set it apart from the standard model.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

DOD Deka Kinoko Tent Air ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Illustrative photoIllustrative photo (not a photo of this product itself). The photographer is credited on About this site.DOD Deka Kinoko Tent Air ReviewRelease date and how it differs from the Kinoko Tent 2. The DOD Deka Kinoko Tent Air is my pick for families of 5-6 who want a big bedroom without poles. Announced Sep 4, 2026 and on sale in order, JPY 129,800 incl. tax. The floor is about 415 × 360cm.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Snow Peak Field Rise ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Illustrative photoIllustrative photo (not a photo of this product itself). The photographer is credited on About this site.Snow Peak Field Rise ReviewRelease date, price, weight and pitching time. The Snow Peak Field Rise went on sale Oct 10, 2026 for JPY 396,000 incl. tax, a rooftop tent for 1-2 people. About 51kg, about 5 minutes each to set up and take down. I judged how it differs from the Aero Kamurashell, who it suits, and how to choose a car and carrier, by the numbers.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

TOKYO CRAFTS HANARE Pre-Release ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Illustrative photoIllustrative photo (not a photo of this product itself). The photographer is credited on About this site.TOKYO CRAFTS HANARE Pre-Release ReviewFor anyone waiting on 245cm height and JPY 198,000. TOKYO CRAFTS HANARE air frame tent review. For people who want a single room 245cm tall with three opening panels; no bedroom inner is included. Pre-order, delivery from late Feb 2027 (estimate), JPY 198,000 incl. tax. Compared by the numbers with LOGOS and DOD air tents.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Snow Peak Aero Cumulus Shell reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Snow Peak Aero Cumulus ShellSnow Peak Aero Cumulus Shell reviewRelease date, price and weight. The Snow Peak Aero Cumulus Shell was released Sep 19, 2026, at JPY 242,000 (incl. tax), about 24kg. It stands on an air frame and packs to 94×38×40cm. The electric air pump is sold separately for JPY 21,780. I lined up the numbers and wrote who it suits.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

Air Magic PANEL Tunnel Dome XL reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Air Magic PANEL Tunnel Dome XLAir Magic PANEL Tunnel Dome XL review16.5kg, but 164L packed. Review of the LOGOS Air Magic PANEL Tunnel Dome XL. Released Aug 27, 2026, JPY 165,000 incl. tax. About 16.5kg and about 7 minutes to set up, for families who want to buy back pitching time. But the packed size works out to 164L. I also cover the fly's 1,600mm waterproof rating and how it differs from DOD and Coleman.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

Landlock X vs Landlock ComparedCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Snow Peak Landlock X (TP-672)Landlock X vs Landlock Compared1.97 times the price, 2.96 times per person. Landlock X versus Landlock by the official numbers. For up to 4 people and windy sites, the X; for 5-6 people, the earlier Landlock. The X is JPY 249,700, about 25.5kg, for 4 people, a gap of +JPY 123,200 and +1.0kg. Wall waterproof rating rises to 3,000mm, and pegs are not included.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

DOD Kinoko Tent 2 ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.19Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): DOD Kinoko Tent 2DOD Kinoko Tent 2 Review1.40 times the floor of the original, for 4 adults; fly 2,000mm. The DOD Kinoko Tent 2 is for 4 adults at 85cm each, JPY 55,000, about 14kg. A buy for families of four who want a roomy bedroom. The floor is 1.40 times the original, but the fly's waterproof rating drops to 2,000mm and the groundsheet is sold separately.Family camping · Oct 19, 2026

DOD Futaheya Rakuda Tent Review by the Official NumbersCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): DOD Futaheya Rakuda TentDOD Futaheya Rakuda Tent Review by the Official Numbers10kg lighter than the Kamaboko 3M and JPY 35,640 cheaper, but a 145cm ceiling. DOD Futaheya Rakuda Tent review. A buy for two adults: JPY 44,000, about 9.5kg, bedroom floor about 210 × 210cm (105cm each for two). Against the Kamaboko Tent 3M it is 10kg lighter and JPY 35,640 cheaper, at the cost of height: 145cm. I also covered the pitching mechanism and waterproof rating.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Coleman Touring Dome/SDX ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Coleman Touring Dome/SDXColeman Touring Dome/SDX Review+300g over the ST for a full skirt and full mesh. Coleman Touring Dome/SDX review. A buy for a solo camper who pitches on cold nights and in midsummer: against the ST, +300g and +JPY 3,520 buys a full skirt and mesh on both sides. About 4.3kg and JPY 25,300; floor and packed size match the ST. The LDX is +JPY 2,200 for 1.5 times the floor.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

Coleman Tough Screen 2 Room Air/MDX+ ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETents by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Coleman Tough Screen 2 Room Air/MDX+Coleman Tough Screen 2 Room Air/MDX+ ReviewAbout 20kg, and it fits an 8 × 8m plot. Coleman Tough Screen 2 Room Air/MDX+ review. A buy for families of four who go to 8 × 8m plots: bedroom about 300 × 250cm (75cm each), outer length about 560cm. The weak points are about 20kg and no mention of a skirt. I also calculated how it differs from the LDX+ and the pitched size.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Sleeping Bag Reviews

NANGA Drydrate Bag reviewCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping bags by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): NANGA Drydrate Bag 470DX / NANGA Aurora Tex Light 480DX / NANGA Drydrate Bag 430DXNANGA Drydrate Bag reviewRelease date, price and how it differs from the UDD BAG. The NANGA Drydrate Bag is my pick for people who want to pack small, such as for backpacking with a tent. Released Sep 11, 2026. The 470DX is comfort 0°C, about 800g, JPY 59,400 incl. tax. I also compare it with the UDD BAG.Winter camping / Oct 18, 2026

NANGA Aurora Tex Light reviewCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping bags by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): NANGA Aurora Tex Light 480DX / NANGA Drydrate Bag 470DX / NANGA Aurora Tex Light 630DX / NANGA Aurora Tex Light 380DXNANGA Aurora Tex Light reviewRelease date and how it differs from the previous model. The NANGA Aurora Tex Light is my pick for people who want to sleep without worrying about getting wet in condensation-prone tents or car camping. Released Sep 11, 2026. The 480DX is comfort 0°C, about 870g, JPY 55,000 incl. tax.Winter camping / Oct 18, 2026

Coleman Outdoor Comforter ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping bags by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Coleman Outdoor Comforter (Navy)Coleman Outdoor Comforter ReviewReading comfort temperature 8°C and about 2.3kg from the official numbers. The Coleman Outdoor Comforter goes on sale in order from mid-Sep 2026 for JPY 11,880 incl. tax. Comfort temperature 8°C and up, about 2.3kg. For two people going by car in spring and fall; hand wash only.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

NEMO Disco 15 reviewCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping bags by the numbers2026.10.18Stock photoStock photo (not a photo of this product). Photographers are listed on About this siteNEMO Disco 15 reviewComfort −3°C, 1,230g, JPY 49.7 per gram of down. Review of the NEMO Disco 15. If you drive to places with lows down to −3°C, it's a buy. Comfort temperature −3°C, 1.23kg, 642g of down, JPY 31,900 incl. tax. It differs from the Disco 30 by 350g and JPY 5,500; I also compare its spoon shape and its weak points.Winter camping / Oct 18, 2026

NANGA Revive Bag -8 / -15 ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping bags by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): NANGA Revive Bag -15NANGA Revive Bag -8 / -15 ReviewThe number in the name is the limit temperature; comfort is -2°C and -8°C. For the NANGA Revive Bag -8 / -15, the number is the limit temperature. Comfort is -2°C for the -8 (about 1,030g, JPY 51,700) and -8°C for the -15 (about 1,260g, JPY 57,200). Meant for winter camping by car; for backpackers, the packed size is a weak point.Winter camping · Oct 18, 2026

How to Choose a mont-bell Seamless Down Hugger 800 SizeCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping bags by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): mont-bell Seamless Down Hugger 800 #3 / mont-bell Seamless Burrow Bag #3 / Sea to Summit Spark -1C / NANGA Aurora Tex Light 480DXHow to Choose a mont-bell Seamless Down Hugger 800 SizeA 200g step between #3 and #2. The mont-bell Seamless Down Hugger 800 #3 and #2 differ by 200g and 4°C. If the low doesn't drop below 5°C, take the #3 (568g, comfort 5°C); if it does, the #2 (768g, comfort 1°C). I also cover choosing from #7 to EXP., and how it differs from sister series.Winter camping · Oct 18, 2026

Sleeping Pad Reviews

WAQ CampMat PLUS ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTESleeping pads by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): WAQ Relaxing CampMat PLUSWAQ CampMat PLUS ReviewBuilt-in electric pump, with the R-value going from 10.5 to 4.8. The WAQ Relaxing CampMat PLUS ships in late Oct, single JPY 17,500 incl. tax. The built-in pump sets it up in about 1 minute 30 seconds, R-value 4.8. For winter, the R-value 8.5 Wide Mat 8cm is a candidate.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Therm-a-Rest Military NeoAir XTherm pre-release reviewCAMP GEAR NOTEMats by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXTTherm-a-Rest Military NeoAir XTherm pre-release reviewSame R-value 7.3, +310g and +JPY 17,600. Review of the Therm-a-Rest Military NeoAir XTherm. Its R-value of 7.3 is the same as the current XTherm NXT; in RW it's +310g and +JPY 17,600. It's for people who lay a single mat on rock or frozen ground; if winter insulation is the goal, the NXT is enough. Due mid-November, JPY 66,000 (RW) and JPY 71,500 (L) incl. tax.Winter camping / Oct 18, 2026

Lantern Reviews

Jackery Portable Power Station 1000 New V3 ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTELanterns by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Jackery Portable Power Station 1000 New V3Jackery Portable Power Station 1000 New V3 ReviewRelease date and changes from the previous model. The Jackery 1000 New V3 is my pick for winter campers who want an electric blanket without a powered site. Out Jul 24, 2026 for JPY 109,800 incl. tax, 1024Wh. It is 19% smaller than the previous model.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

LOGOS Yaden Thunder Lantern reviewCAMP GEAR NOTELanterns by the numbers2026.10.17Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Yaden Thunder LanternLOGOS Yaden Thunder Lantern reviewRelease date and how it differs from the Hang Gauge. The LOGOS Yaden Thunder Lantern is my pick for people who want a dimmed warm light at the table for a long time. Released Aug 27, 2026, JPY 6,600 incl. tax. 2600mAh battery, about 6–44 hours of light. I also compare it with the Hang Gauge.Family camping / Oct 17, 2026

LOGOS Yaden Hang Gauge Lantern ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTELanterns by the numbers2026.10.19Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Yaden Hang Gauge LanternLOGOS Yaden Hang Gauge Lantern ReviewThe gauge is not a fuel gauge. How to read 213 lumens and about 3-90 hours. Out Sep 24 for JPY 3,980: about 160g, about 213 lumens, about 3-90 hours lit. To last 5 hours, turn it down to 60% of maximum.Solo camping · Oct 19, 2026

Table & Chair Reviews

Snow Peak Noga Chair reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Snow Peak Noga Chair LV-510 / Helinox Chair One / Snow Peak Noga Table LV-500Snow Peak Noga Chair review1.4kg, JPY 22,000, and how it differs from the Chair One. The Snow Peak Noga Chair is my pick for people who drive to camp and sit for hours by the fire or after dinner. Released Aug 13, 2026, JPY 22,000 incl. tax, 1.4kg. I also compare its weight and packed size with the Chair One it is based on.Solo camping / Oct 18, 2026

Helinox Chair Zero LT ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Helinox Chair Zero LTHelinox Chair Zero LT Review494g, JPY 23,500, and how it differs from the Chair Zero. The Helinox Chair Zero LT is my pick for people who carry their gear on foot to the site. Out in May 2026 for JPY 23,500 incl. tax at 494g, the first Helinox chair under 500g. I also compare it with the Chair Zero.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

TOKYO CRAFTS Geo Pivot ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Illustrative photoIllustrative photo (not a photo of this product itself). The photographer is credited on About this site.TOKYO CRAFTS Geo Pivot ReviewRelease date, price, and a chair that turns 360 degrees. The TOKYO CRAFTS Geo Pivot is my pick of rotating chairs for people who keep turning between the campfire and the table. Pre-orders deliver from late Nov 2026, JPY 13,420 incl. tax, about 1.74kg. I also look at how it differs from the earlier model.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

LOGOS Cloud Nest Chair reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables and chairs by the numbers2026.10.17Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Cloud Nest ChairLOGOS Cloud Nest Chair reviewRelease date, price, vs the low chair. The LOGOS Cloud Nest Chair is the pick for people who carry by car and want to lean back with the head supported. Released Aug 27, 2026, JPY 16,500 incl. tax, about 3.7kg, 37cm seat height. I also compare it with the ogawa Reclining Low Chair.Family camping · Oct 17, 2026

DOD Nice Middle Chair reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables and chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): DOD Nice Middle Chair C1-249DOD Nice Middle Chair review35cm seat, 4.1kg, JPY 8,800. The DOD Nice Middle Chair is the pick for people who carry by car and camp with a lot of sitting down and standing up. Released early Oct 2026, JPY 8,800 incl. tax, about 4.1kg. I also compare it in numbers with the two-seat Haba Nice Sofa.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

UNIFLAME Fire Table ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): UNIFLAME Fire TableUNIFLAME Fire Table Review2.5cm thick, a top that takes hot pots, and two weak points. UNIFLAME Fire Table review. A first table for people who sit around the fire on low chairs; what decides it is the stainless top that takes hot pots and a folded thickness of about 2.5cm. Top 55 × 35cm, height 37cm, about 2.3kg, JPY 8,800. I also calculated the difference from the Coleman Natural Puzzle Table/120.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

Snow Peak Noga Table ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Snow Peak Noga Table LV-500Snow Peak Noga Table ReviewJPY 33,000, 2.1kg, and no hot pots straight on it. The Snow Peak Noga Table went on sale Oct 3, 2026 for JPY 33,000 incl. tax. It folds to 4.5cm thick and the top opens to about twice the area. 2.1kg, height 40cm. A buy if you go by car. Don't set hot pots directly on it.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

ogawa Reclining Low Chair reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables and chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Image for illustrationImage for illustration (not a photo of this exact product). The photographer is credited on About this siteogawa Reclining Low Chair reviewReading the numbers on a new 4.5kg chair that reclines to 135 degrees. The ogawa Reclining Low Chair went on sale Oct 10, 2026 at JPY 14,900 incl. tax. The seat stays at 28cm while the backrest tilts from 95 to 135 degrees, at about 4.5kg. The packed height of 88cm printed on the box label is wrong; the correct figure is 75cm.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Hilander X-FRAME Chair HIGH Pre-Release ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Hilander X-FRAME COMPACT CHAIR HIGH HCP-017Hilander X-FRAME Chair HIGH Pre-Release ReviewSeat height 51cm, +9.5cm over the low type. Hilander X-FRAME COMPACT CHAIR HIGH review. Seat about 51cm, 9.5cm higher than the low type, a chair for people who eat at 60-70cm tables. About 1.4kg, load capacity about 150kg. The official page says sales start Oct 16, JPY 10,900 incl. tax.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

DOD Magical Table ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTETables & chairs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): DOD Magical Table TB2-264-BRDOD Magical Table Review1.9kg, JPY 9,900, and no hot pots straight on it. DOD Magical Table (TB2-264-BR) review. A buy for a dinner table for two going by car: top 78.5 × 45.5cm, height 38cm, body 1.9kg, JPY 9,900 incl. tax. Static load capacity is 10kg, and the manual says not to set heated pots directly on it.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

Cookware Reviews

SOTO Kacom Smoker reviewCAMP GEAR NOTECookware by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): SOTO Kacom Smoker ST-180SOTO Kacom Smoker reviewRelease date, price, and how it smokes on an ST-310. The SOTO Kacom Smoker is my pick for people who own an ST-310 and want to smoke food on the table. Released Jul 17, 2026, JPY 13,750 incl. tax, about 2.4kg. It folds down to 4cm thick.Solo camping / Oct 18, 2026

UNIFLAME Fire Pit Pot 14cm Tsubo-gata reviewCAMP GEAR NOTECookware by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): UNIFLAME Fire Pit Pot 14cm Tsubo-gataUNIFLAME Fire Pit Pot 14cm Tsubo-gata review2L at a 15cm diameter, 30% less room than the 18cm. A review of the UNIFLAME Fire Pit Pot 14cm Tsubo-gata. Released Sep 12, 2026, JPY 4,950 incl. tax. For 1–2 people simmering on a hanger, the deciding point is a depth that holds about 2L at a 15cm diameter. That is 0.3L more than the 18cm and takes about 30% less room over the fire. Price per liter is about double the 26cm.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

Aluminum Cooker L Set Review UH-4203CAMP GEAR NOTECookware by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Captain Stag Aluminum Cooker L Set UH-4203Aluminum Cooker L Set Review UH-4203About 7.5L at about 1.3kg; the weak point is the 20cm frying pan. Captain Stag Aluminum Cooker L Set (UH-4203) review. A buy for people who make soup for 3-5 in light pots: two pots, about 7.5L and about 1.3kg. The weak points are one 20cm frying pan and no strainer. I also compared it with the fan5duo and the M set by the official numbers.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

tent-Mark DESIGNS Oven Pot Pre-Release ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTECookware by the numbers2026.10.18Illustrative photoIllustrative photo (not a photo of this product itself). The photographer is credited on About this site.tent-Mark DESIGNS Oven Pot Pre-Release ReviewAbout 2.75kg, a pot you set in the fire to bake from above and below. tent-Mark DESIGNS Oven Pot review. My pick for people who want to put the whole pot into a campfire and bake top and bottom; what decides it is a stainless pot of about 2.75kg with a lid clamped by metal fittings. Due in stock early Nov, JPY 14,080 incl. tax. I also calculated the differences from the Fire Pot 14cm Tsubo Type and 26cm, and from the Garden Oven arriving at the same time.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Tableware & Cutlery Reviews

Snow Peak Thermo Tumbler 360 reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETableware by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Snow Peak Thermo Tumbler 360 TW-360Snow Peak Thermo Tumbler 360 reviewRelease date, price and how it differs from the 470. The Snow Peak Thermo Tumbler 360 is my pick for people who drink one hot drink a day, at camp or at home. Released Jul 11, 2026, JPY 4,480 incl. tax, 150g. It comes in 12 colors.How to read the numbers / Oct 18, 2026

SOTO UKU Spoon reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETableware by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProducts in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): SOTO UKU Spoon SOD-5400 / SOTO UKU Spork SOD-5402 / UNIFLAME fan cutlery soloSOTO UKU Spoon reviewRelease date, price and how it differs from the fork and spork. The SOTO UKU Spoon is my pick for people who worry about the tip getting dirty every time they set it down on an outdoor table. Released Jul 17, 2026, JPY 1,485 incl. tax, 23g. The tip lifts off the table when you set it down; I also compare the fork and spork.Solo camping / Oct 18, 2026

Cooler Reviews

LOGOS Hyper Freezing Cool Box Slip Lid 55 ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTECoolers by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Hyper Freezing Cool Box Slip Lid 55LOGOS Hyper Freezing Cool Box Slip Lid 55 ReviewRelease date. The LOGOS Slip Lid 55 is my pick for families on trips of 2+ nights who want drinks and food in one cooler. Out Jan 29, 2026 for JPY 48,000 incl. tax. Holds twelve 2L bottles.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Vacuum Insulated Super Cold Cooler Box ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTECoolers by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Captain Stag Vacuum Insulated Super Cold Cooler Box 45 (UE-112)Vacuum Insulated Super Cold Cooler Box ReviewCaptain Stag. The Captain Stag Vacuum Insulated Super Cold Cooler Box is my pick for multi-night summer trips and camps far from a store. Announced Aug 4, 2026. In the maker's own test the 45L keeps ice to day 7, and it weighs about 6.1kg.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Tarp Reviews

LOGOS Kazenuki Q-Set Tarp 250 reviewCAMP GEAR NOTETarps by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Solar Block Kazenuki Q-Set Tarp 250-BGLOGOS Kazenuki Q-Set Tarp 250 reviewRelease date, price, and about 2 minutes to pitch. The LOGOS Kazenuki Q-Set Tarp 250 is my pick for families who want shade the moment they arrive. Released in stages from Jun 25, 2026, JPY 21,800 incl. tax. It pitches in about 2 minutes and lets wind escape through the roof.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

Fire Pit Reviews

UNIFLAME Fire Rail ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEFire pits by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): UNIFLAME Fire Rail 683361UNIFLAME Fire Rail ReviewRelease date and how it differs from the Fire Grill. The UNIFLAME Fire Rail is my pick for people who want to sit around a low fire and still boil water and cook in a pot. Out Jul 11, 2026 for JPY 13,200 incl. tax, about 2.9kg. About 10cm high, and I also compared it with the Fire Grill.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

Captain Stag × Corona 50th Anniversary kerosene heater reviewCAMP GEAR NOTEFire pits by the numbers2026.10.18Stock photoStock photo (not a photo of this product). Photographers are listed on About this siteCaptain Stag × Corona 50th Anniversary kerosene heater reviewRelease date and price. The Captain Stag × Corona 50th Anniversary kerosene heater is my pick for people who want to enjoy the color of the flame on winter camps. Shipping in stages from early Nov 2026, JPY 39,800 incl. tax. A new black-and-gold edition with the same 3.19kW and about 12.3 hours.Winter camping / Oct 18, 2026

Solo campingogawa COOKING FIRE PIT SOLO review | release date, price, vs the old modelThe ogawa COOKING FIRE PIT SOLO is the pick for people who gather around a fire alone or as a pair. Released Oct 10, 2026, JPY 25,300 incl. tax. Weight falls to about 3kg from the old model's about 12.5kg, about a quarter.Oct 18, 2026

BBQ Grill Reviews

Iwatani Aburi no Takumi reviewCAMP GEAR NOTEBBQ grills by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Iwatani cassette gas robatayaki grill Aburi no Takumi CB-ABT-1Iwatani Aburi no Takumi reviewRelease date, price and how it differs from the Aburiya II. The Iwatani Aburi no Takumi is my pick for people who want to grill dried fish or yakitori at the table without lighting charcoal. Released Sep 15, 2026. Output 2.3kW and about 90 minutes are the same as the Aburiya II; the legs and water tray were redesigned, and it now weighs about 2.3kg.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

Coleman Cool Spider Pro/L ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEBBQ grills by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Coleman Cool Spider Pro/L (Red)Coleman Cool Spider Pro/L ReviewA 2,040cm² grill and two leg heights; the weak points are about 6kg and the separately sold case. Coleman Cool Spider Pro/L review. A buy for families of about four who grill standing or sitting: grill 2,040cm², legs at 40cm and 70cm. The weak points are about 6kg and the separate case (JPY 4,950). I also wrote up how it differs from the LOGOS Tube Grill L.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Gas Stove Reviews

SOTO Kacom Base Stand reviewCAMP GEAR NOTEGas stoves by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): SOTO Kacom Base Stand ST-3110SOTO Kacom Base Stand reviewRelease date, and double the ST-310's load capacity. The SOTO Kacom Base Stand is my pick for people who want to use heavy pots on an ST-310 or ST-340. Released May 1, 2026, JPY 4,400 incl. tax. It raises the ST-310's 5kg load capacity to 10kg and also reduces heat to the table.Solo camping / Oct 18, 2026

SOTO Windmaster SOD-311 Pre-Release ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEGas stoves by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): SOTO Windmaster Triflex Set SOD-311GSSOTO Windmaster SOD-311 Pre-Release ReviewSkip waiting for the single unit: the set is the same JPY 9,350. SOTO Windmaster SOD-311 review. If you put a pot on it, the answer is the SOD-311GS set, already out at the same JPY 9,350 with 4-arm and 3-arm pot supports. The single unit is "due fall 2026" with no date. The body is 60g and 3.3kW like the SOD-310; weight in use goes up 15g.Solo camping · Oct 18, 2026

Power House LP Two Burner II ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEGas stoves by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Coleman Power House LP Two Burner Stove IIPower House LP Two Burner II ReviewTwo burners at 7,000kcal for JPY 16,940, with the canister guide at 15°C and up. Coleman Power House LP Two Burner Stove II review. A buy for families camping spring to early fall: about 3,500kcal/h per burner for JPY 16,940, about 7cm thick folded. The weak point is the 15°C canister guide. With both burners on full, a 470g canister lasts about 49 minutes.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Water Jug Reviews

Captain Stag 10L Jug ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEWater jugs by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Captain Stag Pour to the Last Drop Water Jug 10L (UE-2034)Captain Stag 10L Jug Review11°C or below after 8 hours; the extra 2L costs JPY 550 per liter. Captain Stag Water Jug 10L (UE-2034) review. A buy for families of 3-5 who keep cold water and tea for a day: cooling is 11°C or below (8 hours), 4°C lower than the 8L, for JPY 1,100 more. The weak points are the height of about 495mm and about 12.2kg when full.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Wagon & Container Reviews

DOD Perry Wagon Kinoko reviewCAMP GEAR NOTEWagons & containers by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): DOD Perry Wagon (Red) C2-178-RDDOD Perry Wagon Kinoko review130L that folds down to 46.5L. A review of the DOD Perry Wagon (limited red Kinoko mushroom print, C2-178-RD). It is my pick for families who need a wagon that fits a small cargo area: 130L of capacity, 46.5L folded. Announced Sep 4, 2026, JPY 17,600, about 8.9kg, max load about 100kg. I also worked out the price gap over the standard colors and how it compares with WAQ and Coleman.Family camping / Oct 18, 2026

WAQ Outdoor Wagon DX ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEWagons & containers by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): WAQ Outdoor Wagon DXWAQ Outdoor Wagon DX ReviewThe 178L comes from a 53cm depth, not from the floor. My pick for families who carry bulky bedding in one trip, decided by a bed that grows to 53cm deep for 178L. JPY 15,800, about 12.66kg, load capacity 200kg (static). The floor stays about 82 × 41cm. I also compared it with the same-priced Coleman Outdoor Wagon NX.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Shelf Container 50 Review (Snow Peak)CAMP GEAR NOTEWagons & containers by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Snow Peak Shelf Container 50Shelf Container 50 Review (Snow Peak)Inside volume about 47.2L, a 5.5kg box that becomes a shelf. Snow Peak Shelf Container 50 review. My pick for people who want the box they carried to become a shelf at the site: JPY 18,480 incl. tax, 5.5kg, 20kg load, stackable up to 3. The inside dimensions multiply to about 47.2L. I also calculated buying two Shelf Container 25s and the difference from the Captain Stag FD Container 50.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Trash Box Reviews

Trash Box R2 Review (Oregonian Camper)CAMP GEAR NOTETrash boxes by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): Oregonian Camper Pop-Up Trash Box R2Trash Box R2 Review (Oregonian Camper)A 55L box for JPY 5,280 that fits a 45L bag. Oregonian Camper Pop-Up Trash Box R2 review. A buy for families who want to hang their regular 45L trash bags as they are. Diameter 40 × height 45cm, about 55L, JPY 5,280, and the gap between the box mouth and a 45L bag mouth is 4.4cm.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

Kids' Gear Reviews

LOGOS Everyone's Scribble Table ReviewCAMP GEAR NOTEKids' gear by the numbers2026.10.18Product image: Rakuten IchibaProduct in the image (Rakuten Ichiba): LOGOS Smile LOGOS Everyone's Scribble TableLOGOS Everyone's Scribble Table ReviewRelease date and the write-and-erase top. The LOGOS Everyone's Scribble Table is my pick for families who want kids to have a place to play while they wait. Out Aug 27, 2026 for JPY 7,480 incl. tax. You can write and erase on the top, and the height adjusts from 30 to 45cm.Family camping · Oct 18, 2026

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