We Go Shopping for the Most Famous Motorcycle Gear in Japan

We're gearing up for our next motorcycle adventure, and since we're traveling the length of Japan from North to South, we decided to stick with Japanese brands for our gear. Japan is the Mecca of motorcycles, and they definitely know their stuff when it comes to building bikes, but do they really know about safety gear?
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[@REIVLOG]

Thanks for the great day! Love you guys!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Love you too, man! Looking forward to seeing you soon✌🏽

[@sspradley11]

Arai helmets are my favorite. Not only are they very protective, but they offer different shaped helmets for different shapes of heads.

[@os6219]

No integrated sun visor. A no go for somebody wearing glasses.

[@sspradley11]

@@os6219 I wear glasses with mine without any issues. The flip up sun visor works wonderfully for me.

[@ekimandersom4478]

The double D clasp simply sucks

[@newtonmetres]

Fair dinkum?

[@ナオヒ-p8i]

Kushitani products are good, and I use them often. I like the functionality and the calm design.

[@JCHAN-qd3rz]

Nice gear. Admiration for the airflow vents with function to serve multiple climates - not just a zipper vent.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Yes, exactly! 🙌🏽

[@andymcnaughton7745]

Arai helmets, , kushitani gloves are good but I prefer rukka and dainese for leathers and textiles and daytona for boots

[@davidlabbe1411]

Nice video. Nice to discover Japan with you guys. With Arai, you will not be disappointed. Their helmets are so confortable, wear them for years ! But most funny thing with this video Is that I get confirmation of the good prononciation for Shoei ! Here in France, no one pronounce it correctly, but I was 😅

[@condal32]

Kushitani! That brings back good memories of Fast Freddie Spencer and MotoGP! Great stuff.

[@KHIJAPAN]

You are very very lucky people to go and see that excellent brands from Japan!!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

We feel very grateful to do what we do! 🥺🙌🏽

[@benparaan3618]

I have a BMW/Kushitani mesh/leather jacket, kinda similar to Rev'it Ignition jacket. Leather on impact areas, mesh on the rest. BMW provides their level2 armor. The quality is top notch. I had to buy the back protector as an extra. Armor coverage is extensive. The kicker is it looks very good, something I can never say about Klim gear. That Kushitani store is like walking into a candy store.

[@Aiken47]

I love my Kushitani leather jacket. From 15-40 deg c it can be worn. The air flow zips make it possible. I bought it at the same store.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Sounds like you got a great jacket! 🙌🏽

[@fleyman]

I can't wait for you guys hit the route! I will be doing a trip to Japan next year, hopefully renting a motorcycle and traveling, I need this!!! Congratulations for obtaining the license upgrade!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks!! You’re going to love riding in Japan. If you have any questions regarding routes or where to rent a motorbike just let us know 👌🏽

[@dipling.pitzler7650]

I love Japan and Japanese Products! Greetings from Germany

[@UkiwachanJP]

i love M1000RR! greetings from Japan,lol

[@dipling.pitzler7650]

@@UkiwachanJP 👍👍👍looking forward to discover the motorbiking heart of Japan via your YT Channel!

[@VuLE-ot3ex]

No wonder you thanked Rei, he hooked you up good! The quality looks up there with Astars, Dainese etc My next purchase I will fly to Japan and purchase a dope Kushitani 2 piece leather suit!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Please do! They’re specially good with their leather suits 👌🏽

[@wallacemjr]

I think ventilated gloves are more important than a ventilated jacket. Adventure jackets always have the option of opening the vents, which is not the case with gloves. I'm in Brazil, and on the road I only wear adventure gear (Revid) because they are safer than the ventilated ones that I leave for hot days in the city. Light colors help you be more visible. If you didn't buy a jacket with an airbag, I recommend wearing a vest with an airbag over the jacket. I prefer Shoei to Arai because of the quick-release buckle.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

I don't think any country / state is more hot and humid than in south florida. It is known for it. funny example, step into your shower with all of your cloth's on, get wet, now go outside in the heat. That is what it's like going outside in south Florida after about 30 minutes or way less just walking around. It's why all the tourist leave south florida after april and go back up to the northern states to cool off. 😁I liked the mess jacket. That might work in south florida, but, I don't go on any rides, just shopping, the pharmacy and seeing my wife in physical rehab since beginning of december. I have not ridden long distance for about 3 years now when I first bought my barely used 94 honda goldwing 1500. I needed to make sure it was ok after rebuilding everything but the engine and brake calipers. woo hoo. thanks for the great video. Would love to look on line at that mesh jacket if they have that in a fat person size. 😁Oink oink. Wrong helmet for a street riding goldwing rider. 😂 thanks again.

[@pyronitro]

i'm guessing new bikes will be some dual sport like vstrom 650 :) Love Kaito's pure joy reaction!

[@movider1]

they have so much cool stuff over there, also a very beautifull store clean and helpfull staff, looks great!

[@Spuki2k]

I have been using the same helmet for 4 months now and it's by far my favorite helmet ever. The balance and venting is perfect. The visor is illegal on the highway though in case they didn't tell you in the store! The visor is kind-of annoying to take on and off all the time so mine has been exiled to the closet.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks for the info! I wasn’t aware of that 👌🏽

[@ekimandersom4478]

In what country is a visor illegal? ALL Helmets sold in Japan must be legal, otherwise they cannot be sold.

[@Spuki2k]

@ not the see through visor… it’s the detachable motocross style sun visor that’s not allowed on the express way.

[@octaviodiokno4667]

great store, enjoy and stay safe guy's

[@nonguyen6142]

So cool, guys! Cannot wait to see your bikes. I also chose myself a similar riding gear concept as yours, which is waterproof adv trousers with some "quick open/close" air vents and "half mesh" jacket. So when it starts raining, I just have to put on my rain jacket quickly.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Good choice! 🙌🏽

[@kaizen2049]

I found your channel a week ago! & I've been in awe with the adventures!! Currently binging the Columbian travel vlogs! Love them ❤❤

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks for watching! 🙌🏽💓 Glad you like them!

[@willwill5595]

So kool the store is in English 🎉

[@DRStxReMA]

Really great video love the suits

[@palatao_bikers]

The best gear brand... Arai + Kushitani = perfect

[@nanaholic01]

As a small Asian male I really like Kushitani which would make gear in my size, as well as the in-the-shop alternation and repairs/maintainence they can perform for some of their items so they don't just make you throw away items and buy new ones. They are also very fashionable while maintaining a very high degree of utility. I have a pair of their summer mesh pants, a pair of armored winter gloves and a waist bag from Kushitani, the materials are high quality and are holding up to the abuse, so I'm looking at adding a jacket to my collection in the future. The main gripe I have is that their insert armour pieces for their textile garmounts aren't the best only rated at CE Level 1 so you have to find other alternatives to use in them, which sometimes requires a bit of modification to work. I plan to get around that by wearing an armor shirt from Knox which I already have.

[@Spuki2k]

I think that their leather is really where Kushitani's quality is. The other gear from Kushitani is nice, but the pricing is pretty tough to get over when you compare with other brands like Revit. Especially with lighter materials. Kushitani does have some really good deals when they have the end of season sales to look out for.

[@nanaholic01]

@@Spuki2k problem is sizing. Being a small Asian dudes I have better fittings with the local brands like Kishitani, Komine and Taichi than the Euro brands. The other is that some Kushitani shops are ran as a franchise so the shop owners really go out of their way to serve you and make sure you are satisfied before and after the sale, I considered the extra service worth the money. Also can get good bargains with Kushitani lucky bags sold at new years.

[@sonny_z900]

I have 2 helmet bags from that brand. No one seems to sell them anymore.

[@Aboutmyself9600]

I love Arai.❤❤ congratulations !!!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks!!😊

[@GSGPICS]

Great video. On the fence between Arai and Shoei!!! Thinking of a modular style. Just subscribed from Los Angeles!!!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Welcome aboard! 🙌🏽

[@markstacey5867]

Judging by the helmets i'd guess the new bikes are a KTM & BMW. Arai are possibly the best helmets, though I've always struggled to find one that fits my head, plus they never do a drop down sun visor in any of their helmets, which for me is a must have option. I know they interfere with ventilation, but it's a lot easier than swapping visors, so I tend to by Shoei or Shark.

[@fenrir7969]

Could be BMW, but, those are Africa Twin colours too and they are in Japan after all.

[@auroraborealis2393]

If you have a $10 head buy a $10 helmet. Love my Arai’s and Shoei’s.

[@A-RA-N]

before settling on one of the 2 brands, see which one you feel best in. arai and Shoei Personally I had Shoei and Arai, both make very good products, the Arai is a little more comfortable if adapted to your head and the finishes are still a notch above but for me the Q/P ratio is more on the Shoei side. Today I have a Shoei NXR, which for me is in its niche the best value for money and an Arai RX7 which is a bit of a whim, it's a real cocoon, but is it worth its full price... not sure.

[@Ad1T]

kushitani is my suit back 22 years ago when i was still racing...not much ppl hear about this brand in north america,,,kushitani and nankai I used them both back then

[@Justk75]

I want to move there.ive always wanted to visit Japan. Visit the honda museum .enjoy the culture of what looks like the best country in the world

[@CurtisSound]

It's good information that you mentioned the different helmet shapes for the Asian and Western markets. Shoei also makes different internal shapes for different regions. Unfortunately, This is what keeps me from buying helmets when I travel to Japan :( By the color of your helmets I'm guessing Ori's new bike is a Honda Africa Twin or Transalp, and Kaito's a KTM 890 adventure.

[@DahWay]

Fresh my boi

[@chiefenumclaw7960]

Looking great, Fam!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thank you! ✌🏽

[@zaldabus]

The helmet reveal was cute

[@thecyclist9929]

Beautiful video

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! ☺️

[@13_Cowboy]

I prefer full mesh with an electric liner.

[@mokongkoboyong]

Hello from Malaysia.. Really good video.. good sharing.. my 1st premium helmet Arai RX7x. 1st impression using it, wow it fit my head really good.. my 2nd helmet i buy 1more Arai XD / quantic.. then my 3rd helmet Also Arai, Vz - RAM fot my open fare helmet.. littte bit heavy compare to Shoei but i not regret with my decission..

[@hiroshiphillipnakamura5358]

I wish Kushitani Riding Gear was available in the States.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

It really is some of the best gear out there!

[@2Cranks1bike]

Sabia que era Colombiana con el acento! Yo me crie en Cartagena! I just got done solo bicycle touring Hokkaido (900km, 3 weeks) camping out almost every night (vids on my channel). It was hot and rainy near the south but cooler and cloudy near Wakkanai. I wouldn't overthink it too much. I saw hundreds of motorcycle touring guys and they all dressed EXTREMELEY fashionable with the highest end gear, down to their motorcycles, tents and camping gear, they really have good taste compared to the US lol. I just used a merino wool t-shirt with sun sleeves, some shorts and a rain jacket while riding. At night I just had some long cotton pants and long sleeve merino shirt, but yeah, I was pedaling and sweating A LOT lol.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Hola 🇨🇴 Last year we spent 2 months riding in Hokkaido and met so many cyclist from around the world! Are you planning to bike somewhere else in Japan?

[@2Cranks1bike]

@@oriandkaito-motoadventures Hopefully yes, I've been wanting to move there for many years, but for now it's back to work :(

[@amasrof]

Is Kushitani even available in the US anymore? I have a perferated leather jacket thats over 20 years old, still use it all the time! The sizing is tricky though; its XXXL and about equivalent to a US 46

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

I believe they’re currently reopening their sales in the US. And yes, it’s quite tricky to get the sizing right since it’s made for Japanese who are smaller in general

[@mukuldogra1635]

Lovely. Please Stay Safe Lot of Typhoon going on in Japan 🇯🇵. I want To see you soon In My Country India 🇮🇳 In Himalayas. India is Not that far from Japan 😊

[@UkiwachanJP]

They would choose Royal Enfield.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks!! You never know… we might end up riding our bikes in India 🇮🇳✌🏽

[@johnanderson9735]

I like a lot of gear I see available internationally however some items are not readily available in the U.S. I have HitAir jackets that don’t seem to have wide distribution outlets.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

I believe they’re trying to expand to the US market now. You might be able to find more products in the upcoming months 👌🏽.

[@dguglielmo]

orange helmet giving KTM vibes

[@giselevanbeem]

Woowww love everything!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@BrokePhilanthropist]

Alpine stars are the best as far as protection.

[@kawakees]

Was jaren geleden het kledingmerk van motoport,maar ja als het om geld ga in plaats van kwaliteit dan staat motoport voorop!

[@nonyabusiness4151]

A candy store of things I need but can't afford.

[@SealifeBonD]

nice video. where I live, in Italy, the best clothing brands are Dainese and Alpinestars while for helmets AGV, Nolan and Alpinestars nice video. where I live, in Italy, the best clothing brands are Dainese and Alpinestars while for helmets AGV, Nolan and Alpinestars

[@semenchikus]

Those are not adventure clothes. The most popular are Scott, Klim, Revit...

[@RdLam1001]

is the gear cheaper in cost versus US prices?

[@SagarSharma-ki6py]

A little cheaper

[@Nudelwanne]

Wait. So you did not try on the helmets before? Glad they fit nonetheless. I tried on some arais in the shop but unfortunately they are just not shaped right for my head. I will probably forever be stuck with HJC.

[@antoniogriffin7135]

Does this store have a website?

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

It does, but it’s mostly in Japanese at the moment. They’re working on building the English site though

[@ewetho]

I’d Need the Kushitani Sumo Shop……

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

😅😅

[@zyghom]

white/light colors for the adventures ... - it will be always super dirty and will have to go to thrashbin soon - not practical at all - but beautiful on the exhibition ;-)

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

You have a good point there 👌🏽

[@ujinlim]

hi love your video guys. may I ask how did you order the arai helmet matt black with orange color , wanted to have one , from PH. thank you.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

The orange helmet is available in the US, but not in Japan

[@sattvicvelo3506]

"adventure" gear in Summer in Japan is very very very hot... and sticky... and did I mention hot ;-) mesh for the win. I'd suggest close fitting body armor type that is also mesh, then you can layer on top for rain and/or cold. I ride in mountains of Japan all year round and it's the perfect setup. Just like for hiking or outdoor sports - layering for the win. A big bulky good looking adventure set is hot, inconvenient, and more importantly the protection is too loose and likely won't do the job in a high speed crash... just my 2c.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks for the advice! We came back from Colombia where we wore a body armor and added layers depending on the weather. That setup was actually great, but we wanted to try something different now. We’ll see how it goes :)

[@anchinkan]

Would have loved to hear about the material and safety features of the gear rather than colors. Certainly, Kushitani and Arai are top-of-the line products but especially for textile gear, I see now benefit or reason why I should buy Kushitani. I´d be paying for the name and I guess these textile suits are not made in Japan, like all the other textile suits around the world. Mostly, they are made somewhere in Asia. As for helmets I prefer Shoei, since an integrated sun visor is a KO criteria for me. Arai decided against those for weight reasons, as far as I know. Anyway, have a good and enjoyable trip to Hokkaido. Been there twice by motorcycle and it´s gorgeous! Ride safe!

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks for watching! We’ll keep your suggestion in mind for a future video 👌🏽 Ride safe!

[@dcijams]

the biggest question is? do they have jackets big enough, for us BIG guys. XXL or bigger

[@TheExodusV]

Yeah I will need the “Sumo Sizing” 😢

[@M1dnightJunkie]

@@TheExodusV I wear XXL for their size, meanwhile in Aus I buy L for my jacket. So yeah........Japs r some small ppl

[@MrOrangeVest]

I wear their gloves and I need 2X or 3X in their sizing system, vs L or XL in American sizing. Very nice leather products!

[@TheExodusV]

@@MrOrangeVest thanks 🙏

[@MrOrangeVest]

Their customer service was top-notch!👌

[@sz5830]

Can you let us know, How did a Colombian ended up in Japan, and how long, since you speak japanese. Also, can you let us know, if anyone can go to japan with there own motor bike ? Would like to see more of the motor bike sceen from japan, museums, , and more... Subscribed !

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Hi there :) Well, a summarized version of why I ended up in Japan is because my husband (Japanese) and I wanted to experience living in the Japanese countryside and explore solutions against the depopulation problem of rural areas. Whereas you can come with your own motorbike to Japan, I believe there’s no problem as long as it follows Japanese standards. Stay tuned ‘cause there’s a lot of videos related to Japan’s motorbike scene coming up soon 😉🙌🏽

[@MatheusFerreira-lg3pl]

What’s the price of the ADV Jackets? They don’t show it on their online store…..

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

They go for 70,000 yen. Their site is only in Japanese at the moment, but they’re building their English site now

[@borilapostolov7474]

Well I am another guy watching your videos from a distance. It is Bulgaria, town of Sofia-the capital. You seem very cute and I am thinking uou will not get a 1000cc bikes. It is more like 650 for Ori and about 800 for Kaito? We shall see. Good luck guys!

[@2Cranks1bike]

For Japan, large CC bikes are really not necessary. Speed limits are low.

[@borilapostolov7474]

@@2Cranks1bike yes I think Japan has it's own rules...

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Thanks for watching! 🙌🏽🇧🇬

[@Kumachan2012]

Where is this in Yokohama? Im in Tokyo 😊i definitely need to go there.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

You definitely should ✌🏽 this is where the shop’s located: maps.app.goo.gl/a1chBMFQbUWGozmNA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

[@davidzapata5611]

Hola chicos, voy a Japon la próxima semana, estaré en Tokyo, Osaka y Nara, me pueden decir donde puedo conseguir los cascos Arai? Gracias

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Hola! Hay un almacén que se llama Ride On en Tokio. Ahí puedes ves los cascos Arai. También te recomiendo buscar una tienda Naps. Tienen todo tipo de equipamiento incluyendo los cascos Arai 👌🏽

[@tkchan001]

Kushitani, rs taichi, hyod..etc. all those brand r pretty good in jp, or 56 design if u r toward to more younger generation and komine if u r on budget Helmet is almost half price compare to NA, for shoei and arai, plus some of the color only available in jp I go to Japan every year to update my gears and helmet Unfortunately no, if u r XL or XXL in NA, u can pretty much forget about it If you r buying Alpinestar , revit or Dianese euro brand gears, the price isn’t much different, or even pricier sometimes

[@semenchikus]

What brand is NA? can't find it

[@cesarebertorelle1467]

Bravissimi e simpaticissimi

[@Yelwas]

That gear looks good, but I think like most Japanese made stuff, no abrasion protection, the material will probably disintegrate in contact with the road, let's hope you don't need to test it.

[@kmakma525]

自動車学校動画以降再生数上がってきましたね！😊

[@jaimees5042]

Por que no puso los precios? Estoy muy triste!!😢 No, solo intrigado

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

Lo tendremos en cuenta para un próximo video 👌🏽

[@lauB30]

I think a honda adventure bike

[@diamondmichaelmoto]

👊

[@carsyoungtimerfreak1149]

Well... it must be me. In a video like this I do expect more factual information. To start with prices. On the helmets it is, to me, mandatory to know to which standards they comply, how heavy they are and how quiet they are. I do not ride adventures, I ride almost each and every day, except for icey conditions, and I have found out that most gear, even expensive stuff, is not really made for this... I may not ride hundred of miles per day, yet when you ride to work around 4 AM in hot, rainy, windy, foggy conditions things like comfort and usability are very important. Most gear, as stated earlier, is not designed with this in mind. I'm using Alpinestart gear at the moment and I truly wonder if the person who designed it ever tried to put the pants on and off with the termal liner installed...

[@the.communist]

Bought helmets without trying them first?

[@Jan-fh5vs]

[@KentStipp]

The real question is HOW are yo going to ride JApan? If yo REALLY want to see the “real JApan YOU MUST avoid the highway as much as possible. Local roads are the way to go. As. Rider and someone who’s lived here more than 20 years I have a bit of experience in that :) Also when are yo starting? Here is a thought MotoGP is at Motegi in Tochigi OCtober 4-6 yo should try and GO. I’ll be there.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

You’re absolutely right!! You miss so much when taking the highway, so we always opt for the backroads 👌🏽

[@quesreal2552]

I'll be getting used helmet and gear again. Don't have thousands to spend.

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

As long as you pick something that will protect you, you’re good to go 👌🏽 Safe riding!

[@nlcmoto]

BMW GS 1300

[@GhostRider-yh7sh]

Damnnn these people cant handle comments 😂😂😂

[@OntarioAndrews415]

[ Like ] ...a lot. :)

[@BrenoCelina]

yeah a different type of skull.. like mine and there is no fuckin helmet for me to buy that can fit in my head... its sad

[@wallacemjr]

Some Shoei retailers have the option to measure your head and then change the inner lining to the specific ones for your head shape. I don't know if other brands have a similar option.

[@BrenoCelina]

@@wallacemjr brother i dont know where u are from but here in brazil shoei is very expensive.... for u to have an idea some good helmets from shoei is the price a 150cc motorcycle.... no joking

[@UkiwachanJP]

@@BrenoCelina 比較的リーズナブルな日本製品だと、カブトかWINSが良いです。

[@BrenoCelina]

@@UkiwachanJP ヒントをありがとう。ブラジルでこのブランドをどこで買えるか調べてみます。

[@runehummeltang852]

No price at all hmmmm am a star so i need price

[@zx9005]

The reason why you buy Arai helmets is one of the most stupid reasons I have heard. Yes Arai usually make very good helmets, no doubt about that. But the most important is perfect fit. And if you want really safe helmet, you should check out the SHARP helmet rating. A new helmet should press evenly all over, be so tight that it actually a little unpleasant, but not so tight that it hurts

[@bartcanuck734]

Oh wow, too match basically matchy matchy…. Whipped 😑

[@pitashen]

You guys acting like you are first time opening the box when in fact you probably already tried it (how can you not) on and maybe even received Arai's EPS adjustment service.

[@MrAigidos]

Maybe you are matrixed by all the american’s videos you looked. They are passionate and you can just enjoy the content and put a smile on your face while not questioning their intention.

[@raidenarmstrong1642]

I wanna wear wear riding jackets but its too hot

[@sheldonjacobs817]

black clothes in summer - no thanks

[@oriandkaito-motoadventures]

It gets hot fast indeed 😅

[@Nowherenotime]

What's the point