19/09/2026
A new kai-no-o that is Shugendo outfitting for the mountains.
On my recent Southern Omine Okugake training, we had rain for four out of the five days.
The kai-no-o hanging from my waist absorbed so much water that it felt like I was carrying a full water bottle on each side.
So, for my next mountain journey, I made a lightweight version using synthetic fiber.
Lighter, quicker to dry, and hopefully a little easier on the mountains.