South2 West8 was founded by Kaname Nagaoka in 2002. Starting out in Sapporo, on Japan’s northern most island of Hokkaido, the brand is inspired by and centred around tenkara fly fishing with classic “workwear” and the “great outdoors” influence . It is part of the Nepenthes Family.
Orange South2 West8 x NANGA River Trek Down Vest
This collaboration brings together South2 West8 and down specialists NANGA, combining outdoor functionality with refined design. Inspired by South2 West8’s Tenkara fishing concept, the capsule incorporates classic fishing details across technical outerwear and accessories.
Highlights include the Tenkara Down Jacket, crafted in NANGA’s flame–retardant HINOC fabric with a fur–trimmed hood, cowhide leather chest pockets, and parachute buttons. The River Trek Down Vest adds fishing utility with a rod holder, D–rings, and water–repellent ripstop, offered in black and orange.
Durable and versatile, the collection blends performance materials with South2 West8’s outdoor heritage.
100% Ripstop Polyester
Made in Japan
