Outdoor Gear Meets Japanese Pub, Plus a Store Better Than NYC’s! ⛺

While visiting the SNOW PEAK store in Portland, I stumbled upon its collab izakaya, Takibi—and the second I walked in, I was surrounded by “glamping vibes”: The ceiling hung SNOW PEAK’s classic silver camping lanterns, the walls displayed outdoor cookware, and even the tables/chairs were made of solid wood, paired with light gray linen tablecloths. It felt like stepping into a “polished campsite” indoors, and every photo looks like it’s from a Japanese outdoor magazine 🌲! The best part? The tableware—every piece, from ceramic bowls and wooden spoons to metal plates, is a full SNOW PEAK set. The bowls have the brand’s subtle logo on the rim, sturdy yet stylish. Even the small metal plate for yakitori is SNOW PEAK’s portable outdoor model—it instantly gave me that “dining while camping” ritual feeling. The beer glasses have a frosted texture too; detail lovers will definitely geek out over it ✨! As for the food, it’s “solid but overshadowed by the vibe”: We ordered classic grilled beef tongue, chicken skewers, and oden. The beef tongue was cut evenly, charred outside and tender inside—just a sprinkle of sea salt made it delicious. The chicken skewers used thigh meat, juicy and not dry, coated in a light teriyaki sauce—perfect with an ice-cold Kirin beer. The oden radish was soft and soaked in broth, but the broth was on the mild side, no “wow” factor. To put it simply: “Food serves the atmosphere” here—you’re here for the “camping + izakaya” mix, not a flavor explosion 🍢! The Real Gem? Portland’s SNOW PEAK Store Is Insanely Well-Stocked! After the izakaya, I visited the store and was shocked by how much more selection it has than the SNOW PEAK in New York! From lightweight summer tents and folding furniture to warm winter sleeping bags and outdoor cookware—they even had niche camping apparel (linen shirts, quick-dry pants) and small accessories (canvas bags, metal hooks). The shelves had new arrivals too, like limited-edition titanium cups and wooden tableware. I tested a folding chair—it was more comfortable than expected, light enough to carry with one hand. I checked out an outdoor pot; its inner wall was smooth and easy to clean, and the staff even demonstrated “how to cook instant noodles with it while camping”—it instantly made me want to go glamping. I only planned to buy a cup, but after half an hour of browsing, my basket had portable tableware and a lantern string. I finally held back (or my luggage would’ve been too full 😂). The staff said the Portland store restocks faster because it’s close to outdoor destinations—many styles out of stock in other cities are available here. Outdoor lovers in Portland, don’t miss this! 💡 Quick Tips: The izakaya has limited seats—come early on weekends to avoid waiting; Grab a beer at the izakaya first, then browse the store. Sit down for skewers when you’re tired for a smoother experience; Some samples (like folding chairs and backpacks) are available to try—test sizes in person if you’re unsure! If you’re a SNOW PEAK fan, this collab izakaya + store combo is totally worth a trip—even if you’re not here for the food, touching the full gear set and browsing the “well-stocked store” is more than satisfying! #SNOWPEAK #Portland #SnowPeakPortland #CampingStyleIzakaya #PortlandFoodie #OutdoorGearStore