PAPERSKY is a travel lifestyle magazine based in Japan with the concept of an "inflight magazine to read on the ground." It focuses on people and the places they inhabit, introducing the nature, culture, and lifestyles of various countries and cities, as well as the beauty of Japan as seen from both the "inside" and "outside," while sharing stories that enrich the journey.
The latest issue of PaperSky has arrived. This edition focuses on Kyoto and Bicycles, featuring a rich array of content including a six-day bikepacking trip from Kyoto city, over the mountains, and toward the sea in Tango, undertaken by Editor-in-Chief Lucas B.B. and Takashi Chiyoda of Moon Ride Gear. It also introduces cyclists who are building an ideal relationship between city living in Kyoto and their bikes. There is also a brief mention of Oyatsu-chan's journey around Japan.
Kyoto was the destination of my very first bicycle trip. Whether you visit a destination by loading your bike into a car or by taking your bike on a train (rinko), it’s a wonderful experience. Having a bicycle allows you to reach a wider world than you could on foot, helping you understand a town more deeply; there are discoveries in bicycle travel that you would surely overlook by car.
PaperSky has a mysterious power; after reading it, you’ll find yourself thinking about which town you should travel to by bike next. I hope you’ll all give it a read.
Also, as we introduced when Lucas visited us previously, the Bike’n Hike Bag from RawLow Mountain Works, which features a clever design that transforms a saddlebag into a backpack, is an incredibly convenient item for such journeys. Many of you have been looking forward to this, and it has finally arrived.
With a capacity of 8–10 liters, this bag functions as a saddlebag while riding and as a minimalist backpack once you’re off the bike, making it perfect for light touring involving train travel or for seamlessly transitioning from biking to hiking.
It features a loop for a tail light and bungee cords with woven-in reflectors for excellent nighttime visibility, as well as a key holder inside, making it a truly cyclist-friendly saddlebag. We have a variety of colors available, also recommended for women looking to take on the challenge of cycling trips and touring. You can check the actual fitting on your bike at our shop, so please come by this weekend to take a look.