At Asobi Master®, collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We work with a range of partners to deliver unparalleled outdoor and adventure travel experiences, as well as high-quality instruction for clients of all skill levels. By teaming up with like-minded organizations and industry leaders, we ensure that every adventure is infused with expertise, innovation, and world-class gear.

Adventure Partners

We proudly collaborate with local and international partners to create unforgettable experiences. From sea kayaking expeditions to guided backcountry adventures, our partners include:

• Hokkaido Great Adventure: Offering a diverse range of industry-leading programs that allow participants to fully immerse themselves in Hokkaido's natural beauty.

• Hokkaido Wilds: A non-profit, volunteer-run website dedicated to inspiring and enabling exploration of Hokkaido's outdoors through comprehensive, English-language resources. Plus, they are amazing adventure buddies!

• BeOuter: A spunky Taiwainese influencer and ecological advocate, getting into all the nooks and crannies of the outdoor world wherever she happens to pop up!

Corporate Equipment Partners & Preferred Vendors

Corporate partnerships ensure that clients and students can experience top-tier outdoor equipment during adventures and instructional courses. These partnerships enable us to provide demonstrations, field-testing opportunities, and hands-on familiarity with innovative gear. Current partners include:

• Northwater Rescue & Paddling Equipment: High-quality rescue gear and paddlesports accessories, featured in hands-on training sessions.

• Dupraz Snowboards: Renowned for versatility across various terrains and snow conditions, offering riders exceptional stability, acceleration, and maneuverability. Be Hot, go Duprazing!

• Alaska Gear Company: Fingers crossed….

• YETI: Reliable outdoor gear for comfort and durability during every journey.

• NRS (Northwest River Supplies): Gear and apparel for rafting, kayaking, and paddleboarding adventures.

Why Partner / Collaborate with Us?

By collaborating with Asobi Master®, partners gain access to:

• A network of outdoor professionals and international clients seeking authentic adventure experiences.

• Opportunities to field-test and showcase gear in real-world conditions.

• A platform to engage with adventurers from around the globe through workshops, guided trips, and product demonstrations.

Let’s create something extraordinary together. Whether you’re an outdoor educator, guide service, or gear company, we’d love to partner with you to push the boundaries of adventure and exploration.

Honoring Adventure Buddies, Past and Present!

It is not possible to create an exhaustive list here but some people adventured harder than others! Others put up with my adventures more than others. While some, led me into adventures I didn’t know were about to happen!

• Ron Stark: My friend, mentor, and OG adventure buddy in Aomori Prefecture. We had so many fun times, great talks, and been thru some stuff together.