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Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

Ambassador @ripzinger is a Tokyo‑born, skater, snowboarder, surfer, photographer, and traveling monk whose work and lifestyle are inseparable. He moves through the world as a connector - linking people, cultures, and pursuits through home cooked meals, a deep local knowledge, pow turns, and long walks. 

“Whether I’m chasing movement through snow, streets, or surf, or framing life from behind the lens, my purpose is always the same: to bring calm, joy, and human connection wherever I go. The world feels lighter when we move together.” - Ambassador Rip Zinger

#BuiltForTheWild

アンバサダー Rip Zinger は東京生まれ。
スケーターであり、スノーボーダー、サーファー、フォトグラファー。
そして、世界を旅し続ける。

彼の仕事と生き方は、ひとつにつながっている。
人やカルチャー、異なるフィールドをつなぎながら、世界を動き続ける。
自分でつくる食事。
土地に根ざした感覚。
パウダーを滑る時間。
あてもなく歩く時間。
そのすべてが、彼のスタイルをつくっている。

“Rip with Rip” skate session with the @groms_of_batukaras community here in Batu Karas, Indonesia, is incredible. They teach kids English every Saturday, and people contribute their own skills or knowledge to the kids after English class. I am honored to be able to offer to be a skateboarding teacher. No kids have shoes; 20+ kids share four beaten-up boards (the bearings are out of the wheels, no nose, no tail, no problem). They skate hectically, just like bees flying around after their hive is kicked. It’s the most primitive form of skateboarding I’ve ever seen after going to skate parks in many countries.
#thankyouskateboarding @groms_of_batukaras @batukarassurfclub
thanks to @deanpermana_for help made this happen
Big thanks to @pondokcowet to allowed us to use your skatepark

Film&Edit by @evimilou 🎥

✍️ “As I pressed on, I often faced choices—like deciding between taking a long, flat road or a shorter, uphill route. While the flat one would be easier, it could be monotonous, with uninteresting scenery. Conversely, the uphill path could be very challenging, but it might offer breathtaking views that would feel earned. A dilemma.

The effort of navigating the steep trail for two hours taxed my body. As I pushed on up, past grievances flashed through my mind, each thought like an old wound reopening: ‘How could my old friend have said something as hurtful as that?’ Memories of unresolved conflicts and long-forgotten emotional scars resurfaced, one after another. But with each arduous step, the anger I’d once felt seemed trivial compared to the immediate physical challenge. Harsh words that had hurt me dissolved, as if crumbling to dust.

Experts say walking for 30 minutes a day can reduce stress, but after walking six to eight hours daily for over a few weeks, I felt as if I was cleansing layers of childhood angst. As I descended my steep trail, joyful recollections bubbled up, filling my heart. This is amazing! I thought, overwhelmed with thankfulness.”

— Tomonori Tanaka

🔗 Tap the dispatches link in our bio or visit www.outofedenwalk.org to read this story, “Landscapes of Uniqueness, Inner and Outer, on a Walk Through Japan,” written by Walking Partner Tomonori Tanaka, who joined Paul on the trail in Japan.

🥾 Tomonori Tanaka (@ripzinger) was born in Tokyo in 1974. A well-known skateboarder, snowboarder, surfer, and freelance photographer, his work and lifestyle emphasize a deep connection with nature.

Pictured: Small businesses throughout the countryside have fallen victim to the pull of cities in recent decades.

📷 Photo by Tomonori Tanaka

👣 Out of Eden Walk is a 38,000-kilometer walk across the world in the footsteps of our ancestors.

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✍️ “At 50, I wanted to explore a new world and a fresh passion. I’d experienced Western extreme sports and adventure subcultures—skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfing, and taking photographs—learning about the world through physical activities and expressing myself visually. So meeting Paul Salopek felt like winning a million-dollar lottery. A stroke of incredible luck.

Paul’s invitation to ‘walk through Japan together’ offered experiences that were the opposite of my previous endeavors—going slowly where previously speed was rewarded, engaging with the people along the way where previously I was self-absorbed, drawing out their stories, and igniting my curiosity to the fullest. It would be a journey of thought and heart through the almost ‘primitive’ act of walking. Paul is first and foremost a writer, and he motivated me to shift toward articulating my thoughts through words.

My destination was my childhood home in the buzzing Azabu district of Tokyo. I began walking with Paul but ultimately finished on my own. After an incredible trek of nearly 1,100 kilometers over 70 days from the southern city of Yamaguchi, I entered Tokyo chatting with a friend in the USA via FaceTime. He eagerly asked, ‘How does it feel to reach the finish line today?’”

—Tomonori Tanaka, “Landscapes of Uniqueness, Inner and Outer, on a Walk Through Japan”

🔗 Tap the dispatches link in our bio or visit www.outofedenwalk.org to read this story, written by Walking Partner Tomonori Tanaka, who joined Paul in Japan.

🥾 Tomonori Tanaka (@ripzinger) was born in Tokyo in 1974. A well-known skateboarder, snowboarder, surfer, and freelance photographer, his work and lifestyle emphasize a deep connection with nature.

Pictured: The tranquil view from top of Mt. Misen, the highest peak on Miyajima Island, invites reflection and connection with nature.

📷 Photo by Tomonori Tanaka

🥾 Out of Eden Walk is a 38,000-kilometer walk across the world in the footsteps of our ancestors.

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Fun time with Danny & team 🇺🇸
Thanks 🙏🏻 to Yas @saitamaquest

✍️ “On the stretch from Sagamiko to Chofu, I came to a rest area called Shiroyama, where the breathtaking view of snowcapped Mount Fuji captivated me. No wonder artists through history have been drawn to translate this scene onto their canvases. Nearby, I saw a young woman marveling at the mountain, snapping countless photos. I thought, How incredible! We’re both admiring the same mountain yet experiencing it so differently. Wearing impractical heels, she’d likely driven here effortlessly, while I was witnessing the same spectacle after walking a thousand kilometers. Even if I shared stories of my journey with her for hours, my emotions and the depth of meaning attached to my appreciation of Mt. Fuji in front of us could never truly be conveyed. It struck me like a bolt of lightning: Even within the same reality, we all exist in parallel universes, each with unique interpretations that are difficult to share. Two people can share the same experience, yet one may find joy while the other sees sadness. The meaning we assign to our experiences is profoundly influenced by our expectations and current frame of mind.”

—Tomonori Tanaka, “Landscapes of Uniqueness, Inner and Outer, on a Walk Through Japan”

🔗 Tap the dispatches link in our bio or visit www.outofedenwalk.org to read the full text of this new Out of Eden Walk contributor story, which was written by Walking Partner Tomonori Tanaka, who joined Paul on the trail in Japan.

🥾 Tomonori Tanaka (@ripzinger) was born in Tokyo in 1974. A well-known skateboarder, snowboarder, surfer, and freelance photographer, his work and lifestyle emphasize a deep connection with nature.

Pictured: Snowcapped Mt. Fuji, seen from Shiroyama, is captivating.

📷 Photo by Tomonori Tanaka.

🥾 Out of Eden Walk is a 38,000-kilometer walk across the world in the footsteps of our ancestors.

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15 years strong — and what a way to celebrate 🎉
Our 5-day 15th Anniversary Solebration just wrapped, and we’re overflowing with gratitude.
Thank you to everyone near and far who’s supported Indosole over the years 🙏🏽
We kicked things off with an unforgettable evening featuring @deformasi.wasabi.canggu and @ripzinger , sharing their wisdom, creativity, and lifestyle.
Here’s a look back at that special night 💫

Thomas Campbell Art show at Union Galley Busan Korea
Music by Ray Barbee

Kook in Kook Out — From 31 May at Union Gallery

An exploration of motion, memory, and meaning through the playful and profound lens of artist Thomas Campbell. From surf culture to studio chaos, this exhibition flows like a good wave — unexpected, layered, and alive.

📍 Union Gallery, Busan
🗓️ May 31 – June 29
🕚 11am – 6pm (Closed Wednesdays & Thursdays)
🎸 Special live performances by Ray Barbee:
May 31, 5pm & June 1, 2pm

Come for the vibes. Stay for the stories.

@uniongallery.korea
@thomascampbellart
@ripzinger
@jayh_seo

DIRT KANSAI @huckberry
stoked to be part of it

Way to eat 🍙
Origami it out
with @rosen43

@dcdt_2014 👕

Help the Walker Family Rebuild After Losing Everything in the Palisades Wildfire

Our beloved Malibu family—Eric, Lisa, Wyatt (5 years old), Koko (3 years old), and their sweet dog Grizzly—woke up to a heartbreaking reality: the Palisades Wildfire completely destroyed both of their homes, leaving them with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Insurance is not going to cover much.

While we are deeply grateful that they are safe, the fire has wiped out not only their homes but also their family business—their source of livelihood. They are in shock, uncertain about how to begin rebuilding their lives after such a devastating loss.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-walker-family-rebuild-after-wildfire