surfing

A self-described delinquent youth who followed his dream to become a professional surfer now finds himself at the center of a...

“Getting Dirty in Japan” is about getting out of your comfort zone and into some exciting outdoor adventures and destinations in Japan.

Shimoda may be famous for its white sandy beaches and surfing, but it also played a major role in shaping the Japan we know today.

The sleepy fishing port of Nakagi is liveliest right before dawn breaks, as local fishermen set out on their boats to see...

Pro surfer Kelly Potts isn't your typical athlete. At a young age, she traded the competitive world for a greater calling: to cre...

Why is yoga good for yokonori sports? If you’ve never heard of yokonori, it's a Japanese term used to categorize "sideways riding" sports like snowboarding, surfing and skateboarding. These are all active sports, which require a certain amount of mobility to enjoy at any age.

One of the best things about traveling through Japan is the scenic train rides that duck into tunnels and emerge into mountainous...

In a world of evolving sport styles, it’s refreshing to see surfers like Hiroka Yoshikawa embracing the classics.

The idea of this journey began to form shortly after I arrived in Japan nearly a decade ago. Spurred from a love of wild mountains and perfect waves, the trip lay dormant until I met Lena Stoffel and Aline Bock.

It’s sunrise at Bali’s infamous Legian Beach. The shore is dotted with a few early birds walking the idyllic sands, and I'm lucky...

From the Hawaii surf to Keio’s stadium turf, David Stant is making waves in Japan.  It’s a rainy day at Keio Univer...

Okinawa is best known for the miles of beautiful beaches and as a world-class scuba diving destination. With all that beautiful c...