A senior from Kasugai Seibu Junior High School and a master angler of monster tuna. He has taught and looked after me in all things fishing — a mentor I truly rely on.

A select shop at its core, with ventures well beyond apparel. A trusted ally with whom I've traveled to Italy many times for buying — in business and in life.

A senior figure in apparel running a select shop. From the trade to life itself, he always looks out for me with genuine care.

High-end made-to-measure suits, tailored at your home or office. A dependable Nagoya mentor with impeccable craft and a keen eye.

Italian-style select shops in Morioka and Sendai. A fishing mentor who took me chasing tuna in southern Italy, and out to the straits.

Specialists in ropework. Dependable surf buddies with whom I travel to Lombok, Indonesia chasing waves every year.

An American-style select shop. We were once neighbors, and they've looked after me ever since — in business and beyond.

A select shop bringing California surf culture to Japan. Connected through Cyrus's half-siblings Abby and Nivea, they always help me pick the right board.

The English Labrador kennel where our dog Cyrus was born. A wonderful couple who once hosted us on their vast grounds!

A 5-minute walk from Ikeshita Station, Nagoya — a charcoal-grilled horumon gem, delicious and easy on the wallet. The owner Shin-chan has been so good to me. Reservations essential.

Teppanyaki specializing in Ishigaki beef, in Kumoji, Okinawa. Run by a friend from my student days, reunited in Okinawa 12 years ago. Reservations essential.

Our surf guides on Lombok, Indonesia, year after year. With Win and Asuka's support, every trip is an unforgettable experience.