Travels
Rishiri Island — Skiing in Lands Unknown
Situated some 20 km west of Hokkaido sits the small, disk-like island of Rishiri. Small and compact it may be, covering some 180 sq/km, yet this mighty little island packs a punch, for standing tall and fierce in the rotund island’s icy centre is Mount Rishiri.
All Stories
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Field Notes
Preserving the Legacy: The Craftsmen Behind Hand-Carved Mahjong Tiles
Mahjong, a cherished tradition in Hong Kong, has a rich heritage of hand-carved tiles crafted by skilled artisans, with Biu Kee Mahjong being a notable shop that continues to preserve this cultural legacy.
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Conversations
Behind the Seams: The Adventures of Alan See
We sit with Alan See, the co-founder of menswear brand and boutique, The Armoury to talk about good suits, good tailoring, and the adventures he’s had along the way that make great tales.
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Field Notes
Gage Street Neighbourhood Guide
Between Hong Kong’s Central and SoHo district is Gage Street, a hillside enclave that bridges new and old artisans, designers, and restaurateurs.
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Travels
Ryūhyō — Hokkaido’ Drift Ice
Beyond the shores of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island stretching up to Russia’s Sakalin Island, an awe-inspiring transformation is taking place — one an untrained eye would have thought reserved only for the likes of mystical epics.
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Travels
Rishiri Island — Skiing in Lands Unknown
Situated some 20 km west of Hokkaido sits the small, disk-like island of Rishiri. Small and compact it may be, covering some 180 sq/km, yet this mighty little island packs a punch, for standing tall and fierce in the rotund island’s icy centre is Mount Rishiri.
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Conversations
Photographer Reylia Slaby on her visceral work that explores culture and identity
Speaking to the Nara-based artist, we sought to understand what makes her tick, and why she turned to Fine Art photography.
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Conversations
Shaping Surboards with Craftsman John Carper
One of the world's best shapers, JC has designed and crafted thousands of surfboards, and spent countless hours hand-shaping each piece to perfection.
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Field Notes
Issue One - Notes From the Editor
The inaugural issue of the biannual House of Koa Journal explores something very close to our hearts—the very intersection between adventure and harmony.
