Rock Trip in KINKASAN

Join four world-class climbers—James Pearson, Caroline Ciavaldini, Yuji Hirayama, and Toru Nakajima—on a rock trip to Kinkasan in Fukushima, Japan. In this short film from THE NORTH FACE JAPAN, the crew trades routines for the road, chasing clean stone, new lines, and the simple pull of a destination that promises adventure. Rock Trip in KINKASAN is worth watching for its mix of strong partners, unfamiliar terrain, and the quiet details that make a day on the rock memorable: route-finding, shared beta, committed moves, and the satisfaction that comes when everything clicks. Whether you’re here for the personalities, the travel vibe, or a quick shot of motivation to plan your own getaway, it’s an 11-minute reminder that the best climbing trips are about more than sending—they’re about the experience you bring home.

THE NORTH FACE JAPAN · 11:10

James Pearson、Caroline Ciavaldini、平山ユージ、中嶋徹の4人よる福島県・金華山へのロックトリップ。