YAMAP Inc. (Fukuoka City, CEO Haruyama Yoshihiko), an outdoor business with the corporate philosophy of "The joy of connecting with the Earth," will release the ergonomically designed "dog-leg" shaped trekking pole, "Keizenjō UL ZEN POLE," starting Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Keizenjō UL ZEN POLE URL: https://yamap.info/ul-zen-pole
**A Supple, Comfortable Propulsion Created by the New Sensation "Dog-Leg" Shape** Featuring a unique patented technology that bends forward at a position approximately 25cm below the grip, it offers a new sensation of moving forward smoothly, like a four-legged animal. With just a light swing of the hand, vertical load is converted into horizontal propulsion. The range of motion at the hand is also small, reducing the load on the arms and wrists, allowing you to maintain an ideal posture even during long mountain hikes.
Additionally, the unique flex of the dog-leg shape absorbs unpleasant vibrations when striking the ground. While softening the impact, the "forward stepping force" of walking is converted into propulsion.
**Reduces the Risk of Falling** Conventional trekking poles tend to have a narrower base of support as the tip makes contact with the ground close to the body. With the "Keizenjō," the pole tip lands one step ahead, widening the base of support. This allows you to walk like a four-legged animal, maintaining stable balance on rocky or uneven terrain and helping to reduce the risk of falling.
**Lightness and Strength Achieved with Carbon** Our unique molding technology achieves both a light weight of approximately 174g per pole and reliable strength. The minimalist design fuses the philosophies of "Zen" and "Ultralight (UL)."
**Unleash Your Power. The "'Body Power' Regeneration Project"** The "Keizenjō" is the first product in YAMAP's newly proposed "'Body Power' Regeneration Project."
'Body Power' Regeneration Project URL: https://yamap.info/rewalk-project-lp
Like the legendary Hikyaku messengers who were said to run 100 kilometers a day, the human body itself is a source of power and a form of technology. However, with advancing urbanization and an over-reliance on tools, we question whether the inherent power of the human body has been left dormant. This project began with that question.
Conventional mountaineering gear has primarily focused on functions that "protect" or "extend" the body. However, the tools developed by the "'Body Power' Regeneration Project" are designed to draw out the inherent power of the human body. The more you walk with this tool, the more you realize, "I can walk more than I thought," and "My body is this amazing," allowing you to experience a deeper joy in walking. The "Keizenjō" trekking pole is the first product of this project.
**Product Overview** ・Product Name: Keizenjō UL ZEN POLE ・Release Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026 ・Price: 24,800 yen (tax included) ・Materials: Body - 100% Carbon Fiber / Grip - EVA resin with cork print finish / Tip - Tungsten steel ・Weight: 174g (per pole) ・Size: Max length in use 112cm / Min length 82cm / Longest section when stored 53cm ・Launch Promotion: To allow you to try it with peace of mind, we are offering a full money-back guarantee for refund requests made between Wednesday, April 1, 2026, and Thursday, April 30, 2026. ・Sales Location: "YAMAP STORE" and others URL: https://yamap.info/ul-zen-pole
**About YAMAP Inc.** Company Name: YAMAP Inc. Headquarters: Hakata AG Bldg. 6F, 3-23-20 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City Capital: 100 million yen (including capital reserve) Business Overview: 1. Operation of the hiking/outdoor web service and smartphone app "YAMAP" 2. Operation of the select online store for hiking/outdoor gear "YAMAP STORE" 3. Sales of "YAMAP Outdoor Insurance" for everyday and outdoor coverage 4. Operation of "YAMAP MAGAZINE," a media outlet shaping the future of mountaineering culture 5. Operation of "YAMAP Furusato Nozei," a hometown tax portal specializing in nature 6. Content development, consulting, and promotion utilizing mountains and nature, etc. URL: https://corporate.yamap.co.jp/
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