Posts on the gear have so far neglected the #1 item for hiking in japan – the facetowel.A good towel will be absorbent but light, thin enough to be easily wrung, thick enough to protect from UV when worn in head mode. An onsen tadger-towel is in most cases the ideal choice. See below for a few style tips on how to wear your towel on the trail.
#1: The casual look.
Worn slung around the neck, your facetowel will absorb necksweat and always be handy for rubbing the face on an ad-hoc basis. Good for temperate conditions with frequent steady up-hills
#2: “Lets get serious” look
The full wrap-around. Essential in hot sun for protecting the head from sunburn, reducing overheating / dehydration and keeping the sweat out of your eyes. NOTE: You need the right kind of towel to pul this one off – see below how easily it can go wrong if your towel is too thick. Notice how I look like a woman who has just come out of the shower. Pulled off correctly, you will look the dogs on the trail.
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